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Jesus Christ Superstar

Palace Theatre, Manchester11 February 2027 to 30 October 2027 (selected dates)

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Venue

Palace Theatre, Manchester

About the show

Sam Ryder stars as Jesus in Tim Sheader's Regent's Park production of Jesus Christ Superstar – find out what to expect before booking tickets.

Jesus Christ Superstar tickets and regional UK dates

Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber's rock musical Jesus Christ Superstar retells the final days of Jesus Christ through the perspective of Judas. Directed by Tim Sheader and originating from Regent's Park Open Air Theatre, it stars Sam Ryder in the lead role and is presented by Michael Harrison for Lloyd Webber Harrison Musicals at venues across the UK.

The story and score

The musical frames its biblical narrative through Judas's point of view. The rock-driven score includes 'I Don't Know How to Love Him', 'Gethsemane' and the title number 'Superstar'.

This production

Choreography is by Olivier Award-winner Drew McOnie, with design by Tom Scutt, who holds both Tony and Olivier Award wins. Sam Ryder is advertised in the role of Jesus, though producers note that no particular artist's appearance can be guaranteed, as casting is always subject to illness, injury or circumstances beyond their control.

Audience considerations

The production carries a recommended minimum age of 10 and contains flashing lights, visual effects, pyrotechnics, theatrical smoke and haze, some violence, imitation blood and an onstage depiction of the crucifixion. The running time is 2 hours 20 minutes.

Dates, venues and booking links

These are the dates listed by ATG as checked on 21 September 2026. A date range may contain selected performances, rather than a show every day. Open your chosen venue link for exact times, seats and current prices.

Venue	Town or city	Dates	Booking status	Tickets
Palace Theatre Manchester	Manchester	Thu 11 Feb 2027 - Sat 27 Feb 2027	On sale	Book tickets
Edinburgh Playhouse	Edinburgh	Tue 30 Mar 2027 - Sat 3 Apr 2027	On sale	Book tickets
New Theatre Oxford	Oxford	Tue 13 Apr 2027 - Sat 17 Apr 2027	On sale	Book tickets
Woking Theatre	Woking	Tue 20 Jul 2027 - Sat 24 Jul 2027	On sale	Book tickets
Milton Keynes Theatre	Milton Keynes	Tue 27 Jul 2027 - Sat 31 Jul 2027	On sale	Book tickets
King's Theatre, Glasgow	Glasgow	Tue 17 Aug 2027 - Sat 28 Aug 2027	On sale	Book tickets
Sunderland Empire	Sunderland	Tue 14 Sept 2027 - Sat 18 Sept 2027	On sale	Book tickets
Liverpool Empire	Liverpool	Tue 21 Sept 2027 - Sat 2 Oct 2027	On sale	Book tickets
Bristol Hippodrome	Bristol	Tue 19 Oct 2027 - Sat 30 Oct 2027	On sale	Book tickets

Choosing your tickets

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Plan your theatre visit

Our venue guides cover getting there, seating and access information: Palace Theatre, Manchester, Edinburgh Playhouse, New Theatre Oxford, Woking Theatre, Milton Keynes Theatre, King's Theatre, Glasgow, Sunderland Empire, Liverpool Empire Theatre, Bristol Hippodrome. If you need accessible seating or an assisted performance, check the arrangements for that venue and date with ATG before booking.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Sam Ryder guaranteed to perform at every show?

No. Producers state they cannot guarantee the appearance of any particular artist, as this is always subject to illness, injury and events outside their control. Specific matinee performances at certain venues are already confirmed as dates when Sam Ryder will not be appearing.

How long does the show run and is it suitable for children?

The running time is 2 hours 20 minutes. The recommended minimum age is 10. The production includes flashing lights and visual effects, pyrotechnics, theatrical smoke and haze, some violence, imitation blood and an onstage depiction of the crucifixion.

Where does this production originate from?

It is a Regent's Park Open Air Theatre production, presented by Michael Harrison for Lloyd Webber Harrison Musicals.

Where can I book Jesus Christ Superstar tickets?

Choose a venue from the dates table and follow its ATG Tickets link. You can then check performance times, available seats and the total price before paying.

Which regional venues are listed for Jesus Christ Superstar?

Palace Theatre, Manchester: Thu 11 Feb 2027 - Sat 27 Feb 2027; Edinburgh Playhouse: Tue 30 Mar 2027 - Sat 3 Apr 2027; New Theatre Oxford: Tue 13 Apr 2027 - Sat 17 Apr 2027; Woking Theatre: Tue 20 Jul 2027 - Sat 24 Jul 2027; Milton Keynes Theatre: Tue 27 Jul 2027 - Sat 31 Jul 2027; King's Theatre, Glasgow: Tue 17 Aug 2027 - Sat 28 Aug 2027; Sunderland Empire: Tue 14 Sept 2027 - Sat 18 Sept 2027; Liverpool Empire Theatre: Tue 21 Sept 2027 - Sat 2 Oct 2027; Bristol Hippodrome: Tue 19 Oct 2027 - Sat 30 Oct 2027.

Who handles my booking?

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Venue

Palace Theatre, Manchester

97 Oxford St, Manchester M1 6FT

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Train

Oxford Road station is directly opposite the theatre. Manchester Piccadilly is about half a mile away. For Metrolink, the nearest tram stop is St Peter's Square, roughly a five minute walk.

Bus

Many bus routes stop close to the theatre in the heart of the city centre. Routes and times can be planned at tfgm.com.

Parking

Q-Park is ATG's official parking partner and offers 15 per cent off when you pre-book. For Blue Badge holders there are two bays outside the stage door bar entrance, plus on-street parking on Oxford Street as far as Pizza Express and further bays on Whitworth Street, Whitworth Street West (past Gorilla and the Ritz) and Great Bridgewater Street.