Godspell

Showings

Collins Alumni Auditorium Fri, Nov 2, 2018 7:30 PM
Collins Alumni Auditorium Sat, Nov 3, 2018 7:30 PM
Collins Alumni Auditorium Sun, Nov 4, 2018 2:30 PM
Collins Alumni Auditorium Fri, Nov 9, 2018 7:30 PM
Collins Alumni Auditorium Sat, Nov 10, 2018 7:30 PM
Collins Alumni Auditorium Sun, Nov 11, 2018 2:30 PM

Description

Prepare ye for Lipscomb University Theatre's production of the timeless tale of friendship, loyalty, and love based on the Gospel according to St. Matthew. Godspell was the first major musical theatre offering from three-time Grammy and Academy Award winner, Stephen Schwartz (Wicked, Pippin, Children of Eden), and it took the world by storm. Led by the international hit, "Day by Day," Godspellfeatures a parade of beloved songs, including "Prepare Ye the Way of the Lord," "Learn Your Lessons Well," "All for the Best," "All Good Gifts," "Turn Back, O Man" and "By My Side."
A small group of people help Jesus Christ tell different parables by using a wide variety of games, storytelling techniques, and hefty doses of comic timing. An eclectic blend of songs, ranging in style from pop to vaudeville, is employed as the story of Jesus' life dances across the stage. Dissolving hauntingly into the Last Supper and the Crucifixion, Jesus' messages of kindness, tolerance, and love come vibrantly to life.

Boasting a score with chart topping songs, a book by a visionary playwright (John-Michael Tebelak), and a feature film, Godspellis a sensation that continues to touch audiences. Produced in partnership with the Lipscomb University School of Music and featuring a band made up of students from our Contemporary Music Program, we are excited to bring some authentic Nashville sound to this production.