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John Legend to Star in 'Jesus Chris Superstar' Live Musical on NBC

John Legend will be starring in NBC’s live version of Jesus Christ Superstar!

“I’m thrilled to join the cast of this production of ‘Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert,’” the 38-year-old entertainer said in a statement (via Variety). “It’s such a powerful, meaningful musical and I’m humbled to be part of this performance. We’ve already formed an incredible team, and, as we finish casting, I’m certain we will put together some of the greatest talents around to do this work justice.”

John will be starring in the title role of Jesus, and the live event will air on Easter Sunday in 2018 (April 1). Rocker Alice Cooper will play the role of King Herrod.

NBC Announces 'Jesus Christ Superstar' For Next Live Musical

Jesus Christ Superstar is being made into a TV musical for NBC.

The network just announced that it will be the next big live event following Jennifer LopezBye Bye Birdie in December.

Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice, who wrote the original music and lyrics for the 1971 film, will serve as executive producers.

“As we continue to expand the profile of our live musicals, we are thrilled to be partnering with Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice to bring a new live staging of the iconic Jesus Christ Superstar to NBC,” the network said (via THR). “Casting has just begun, but we want to fill out this classic show with as many recording artists as possible to give proper voice to what is the original rock opera score.”

Jesus Christ Superstar will premiere on Easter Sunday, April 1, 2018.