Schwartz’s Landmark rock musical ‘Godspell’ returns to Broadway

The Landmark rock musical, ‘Godspell,’ with music and lyrics written by famed composer Stephen Schwartz, is making a return to Broadway stages and is scheduled to begin performances during 2008 at the Shubert Theatre, marking the first run of this iconic musical since it’s initial debut more than 30 years ago, according to an article published Monday, Oct. 15 on the Broadway World official Web site. Schwartz, who is known for his stellar resume - including smash hit musical “Wicked,” as well as “Pippin” and “The Magic Show” - was recently honored by a tribute show that used musical pieces from “Godspell” as well as “Wicked” to show the depth and talent of Schwartz - a Academy and Grammy Award Winner and six-time Tony Award nominee.
“Godspell” is a story written by Carnegie Mellon University scholar John-Michael Tebelak, based on his experience at a Catholic Church during Easter Sunday. Relying heavily on improvisation and contemporary themes to illustrate parables, this production is based on The Gospel according to St. Matthew and features songs that have become staples on Broadway, such as “By My Side” and “Beautiful City.” Now that it has started up, the show looks to improve on its old reign - a whopping five years of sold-out off-Broadway performances followed directly by a little more than a year at Broadhurst Theatre, cashing in a total of 2,600 performances. Don’t miss this spectacular show. Get tickets for Godspell and for Schwartz’s other smash hit “Wicked” at Stubhub.com. Get all the best deals on Wicked tickets at Stubhub.com. Don’t miss either show!

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