'Jesus Christ Superstar' set as NBC's next live musical

NBC has ordered a live musical event based on the 1971 rock opera "Jesus Christ Superstar".

The show follows in the footsteps of the network's successful run of live musical events, including "Sound of "Music Live," "Peter Pan Live," "The Wiz Live," and most recently, "Hairspray Live", reported Variety.

"Jesus Christ Superstar Live!" will air on April 1 next year.

The musical will be executive produced by original creators Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice, who will also provide music and lyrics for NBC's show.

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