Workhouse Arts Center Presents the Iconic Rock Opera Jesus Christ Superstar
Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s Legendary Musical Takes the Stage at Workhouse Arts Center May 10 – June 15, 2025
LORTON, VA (April 29, 2025) — The Workhouse Performing Arts Program is proud to present one of the most beloved musicals of all time, Jesus Christ Superstar, running from May 10 through June 15, 2025, at the Workhouse Arts Center’s W-3 Theatre in Lorton, Virginia.
This groundbreaking rock opera by Andrew Lloyd Webber (music) and Tim Rice (lyrics) is reimagined in a bold new production directed by Liz Colandene, with choreography by Jackie Madejski, music direction by Merissa Driscoll, and produced by Joseph Wallen.
Set against the backdrop of first-century Judea, Jesus Christ Superstar explores the final days of Jesus of Nazareth through the deeply human and complex lens of Judas Iscariot. The musical offers a compelling retelling of events inspired by the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John, bringing raw emotion and timeless questions to life through a powerful fusion of rock music, lyrical storytelling, and dynamic stagecraft.
“This production promises to be both a celebration of the show's iconic legacy and a fresh interpretation for a new generation,” said Joseph Wallen, Director of Performing Arts.
The Cast:
Garrett Walsh (Jesus Christ), Shakil Azizi (Judas), Erin Lee Shields (Mary Magdalene), Jack Elmendorf (Pontius Pilate), Sentell Harper (King Herod/Ensemble), Kevin Donlan (Peter/Ensemble), Alicia Zheng (Simon Zealotes/Ensemble), Chris Anderson (Caiaphas), Ethan Keller (Annas/Ensemble), and Ensemble Members: Lydia Gifford, Lila Cooper, Sean Pflueger, Julianna Cooper, Meredith Kilmartin, Tayandra Marcia, Evan Zimmerman, Adian Chapman, Lottye Lockhart, and Cassie Cope.
Performance Schedule & Ticketing Information
Performances will be held on:
Fridays & Saturdays at 8:00 PM
Sundays at 2:00 PM
Please note: There will be no performance on Sunday, May 25, 2025.
Location: W-3 Theatre, 9518 Workhouse Way, Lorton, VA 22079
Parking: Free parking is available behind Building W-3 on the south side of the Workhouse campus.
The performance runs approximately two hours, including one intermission.
Tickets:
Single ticket prices start at $40. Discounted tickets are available for students, seniors, and military personnel (active-duty and veterans).
Concessions, including snacks and beverages, will be available for purchase at the venue.
Ticket Office: workhousearts.org/performing-arts
About Workhouse Arts Center
Located on the site of a former prison complex, the Workhouse Arts Center in Lorton, Virginia, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming lives through the power of the arts. Once a historic prison, the Workhouse is now a vibrant cultural hub offering gallery exhibitions, live performances, educational programs, and special events that inspire creativity and foster community engagement. The 55-acre campus features resident artist studios, gallery exhibitions, arts education programming, live performances, and experiential events that connect and inspire visitors of all ages. The Workhouse empowers artists, enriches lives, and drives positive social change while serving as a dynamic platform for artistic expression and cultural dialogue.
Media Contact:
Nancy Hessler-Spruill I Director of Marketing
Workhouse Arts Center
Phone: (703) 785-0804
Email: nancyh@workhousearts.org