- Venue Theatre Royal Drury Lane, London
- Performance dates Booking to 9 January 2027
- Running time 2 hours (including interval)
- Age guidelines 10+ Children under the age of 4 (including babes in arms) will not be admitted into the theatre.
Jesus Christ Superstar at Theatre Royal Drury Lane Tickets
Jesus Christ Superstar tickets are now on sale for the strictly limited season at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane, running from 16 October 2026 to 9 January 2027.
Following a thrilling summer run at the London Palladium, Tim Sheader’s Olivier Award-winning production of Jesus Christ Superstar transfers to the historic Theatre Royal Drury Lane this autumn.
The powerhouse production stars British sensation Sam Ryder in his West End debut as Jesus. Bringing his incredible vocal range to Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s legendary rock score, Ryder leads a world-class cast in a performance that includes the iconic anthems ‘I Don’t Know How to Love Him’, ‘Gethsemane’, and ‘Superstar.’
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King Herod casting
Sharing the part of King Herod, are Matt Bomer (16-31 October); Rob Brydon (2-7 November); Reece Shearsmith (9-14 November); Bob The Drag Queen (16-21 November); Michael Ball (23 November-5 December); Simon Russell Beale (7-12 December); Omid Djalili (14-19 December); Layton Williams (21 December 2026-2 January 2027); and Glenn Close (4-9 January 2027).
Book Jesus Christ Superstar tickets
Book official Jesus Christ Superstar tickets at Theatre Royal Drury Lane today to secure your seats for this monumental West End event. Don’t miss this strictly limited season running from 16 October to 9 January 2027.
Set during the final weeks in the life of Jesus Christ’s life, the show retells one of history’s most powerful stories through the eyes of Judas, offering a strikingly human perspective on events that changed the course of history.
Driven by its iconic rock score, the musical explores themes of loyalty, fame and betrayal, building to a dramatic and emotional climax.
Originally staged at Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre to critical acclaim, this reimagined production is powerful, emotional, and driven by an electrifying energy. It has captivated a new generation of theatregoers, quickly becoming one of the most sought-after tickets in London.
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Performance Information
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- Group Bookings For groups of 10+ enquire here
Stars and Creatives
Who is in the cast of Jesus Christ Superstar - Theatre Royal Drury Lane?
Starring:
- Jesus: Sam Ryder
- Judas: Tyrone Huntley
- Mary Magdalene: Desmonda Cathabel
- Pontius Pilate: David Thaxton
- King Herod: Matt Bomer (16-31 October); Rob Brydon (2-7 November); Reece Shearsmith (9-14 November); Bob The Drag Queen (16-21 November); Michael Ball (23 November-5 December); Simon Russell Beale (7-12 December); Omid Djalili (14-19 December); Layton Williams (21 December 2026-2 January 2027); and Glenn Close (4-9 January 2027).
- Caiaphas: Bob Harms
- Annas/Alternate Judas: Matty J
- Peter: Phil King
- Simon: Eric Lewis
- Standby Jesus: Matthew Harvey
The company also includes Koko Alexandra, Jasmine Jules Andrews, Courtney Arango, Amy Barker, Alistair Beattie, Daniel Bowskill, Jahlil M Burke, Martha Burton, Marcelo Cervone, Sarah Freer, Sebastian Goffin, Alexander Kranz, Owen Lloyd, Milo McCarthy, Dan Moore, Cherece Richards, Kyle Richardson, Olivia Saunders, Toyan Thomas-Browne, Charley Warburton and Lillie-Pearl Wildman
Who are the creative team of Jesus Christ Superstar - Theatre Royal Drury Lane?
- Music and Lyrics by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice
- Director: Tim Sheader
- Choreographer: Drew McOnie
- Designer: Tom Scutt
- Musical supervisor: Tom Deering
- Lighting designer: Lee Curran
- Sound designer: Adam Fisher
- Wigs, hair and makeup (WHAM) designers: Sam Cox & Maria Johal
- Fight director: Kate Waters
- Casting directors Grindrod Burton Casting
- Produced by Michael Harrison for Lloyd Webber Harrison Musicals presenting the Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre production by arrangement with LW Entertainment
Important Notes
Images are from the London Palladium production, running until 5 September 2026
Age guidance: 10+ Children under the age of 4 (including babes in arms) will not be admitted into the theatre. Anyone aged 15 or under must be accompanied by an adult (18+) and may not sit on their own within the auditorium.
Venue Information
Theatre Royal Drury Lane , Catherine Street, London, WC2B 5JF
Nearest Tube or Train: Covent Garden (Piccadilly line)
Nearest Buses: 1, 4, 6, 9, 11, 13, 15, 23, 26, 29, 59, 68, 76, 77A, 91, 139, 168, 171, 172, 176, 188, 243, 341, 521, RVI
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