The ‘American Idol’ alum added that working alongside the two-time Oscar nominee in the musical “has been a dream.” ...

Cynthia Erivo is addressing the criticism over her casting in the upcoming three-night production of Jesus Christ Superstar. The Wicked: For Good star shut down the negativity around her, scoring ...

Michelle Yeoh understands the divine talent of Cynthia Erivo. During a recent chat with PEOPLE surrounding the upcoming ...

Cynthia Erivo said she laughed it off when people said it was “blasphemy” to cast her, a Black queer woman, as Jesus Christ in an upcoming Los Angeles production of “Jesus Christ Superstar.” ...

Conservatives, including a pastor, have called the casting of Erivo, a queer Black woman, "blasphemy." Cynthia Erivo is rising above the crucifixion of her casting as Jesus in the upcoming ...

Cynthia Erivo Responds to Backlash Over Her Jesus Casting in ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ Musical The 'Wicked' star will take on the titular role for three nights at the Hollywood Bowl.

Adam Lambert defends Cynthia Erivo's casting in 'Jesus Christ Superstar' at the Hollywood Bowl. PMC As Cynthia Erivo channels the Son of God, her Judas is coming to her defense.

But supporters of Erivo argue that much of the backlash is rooted in racism and homophobia, noting that the musical has a history of casting Black people, including John Legend who played Jesus on ...

Cynthia Erivo is rising above the crucifixion of her casting as Jesus in the upcoming production of Jesus Christ Superstar. The Wicked star will play the Messiah for a three-night performance at ...