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London Palladium Adds Content Warnings to 'Jesus Christ Superstar' Revival

The advisories highlight an onstage crucifixion, prompting pushback within a wider shift toward content guidance in UK arts.

Overview

  • The theatre's website cautions about an onstage depiction of the crucifixion, imitation blood and some violence.
  • Tickets went on sale Wednesday for performances next year, with Eurovision singer Sam Ryder set to play Jesus.
  • Fans and commentators have criticized the notices as excessive, with some labeling them as 'woke'.
  • LW Theatres, which operates the London Palladium, has been contacted for comment, and no response was reported.
  • Reports compare the move to similar guidance at other venues and institutions, while noting the musical’s history of controversy and its past ban in South Africa.