"Fans have hit out at a London theatre after a trigger warning appeared on the Jesus Christ Superstar musical alerting audiences it depicts the crucifixion. Information published about the show by London Palladium included further warnings of imitation blood' and 'some violence'. Created by Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber, the show follows the last days of Jesus Christ, seen through the eyes of his disciple and betrayer, Judas."
"Fan Gerald Dixon told The Sun: What next? A warning that the hit musical includes catchy tunes? This nonsense is enough to make anyone utter the Lord's name in vain. Tickets for the show which returns next year went on sale on Wednesday, costing up to 335. It features iconic musical numbers including 'Superstar' and 'I Don't Know How To Love Him'."
"Trigger warnings, which inform audiences about potentially distressing content, including abuse, violence and loud noises, have become a point of contention in the industry in recent years. Speaking on BBC One's Sunday With Laura Kuenssberg, Smith said: That's why we go to the theatre isn't it? To be shocked, to be arrested out of ourselves, to recognise ourselves in front and with an audience."
London Palladium published pre-performance trigger warnings for Jesus Christ Superstar that alert audiences to depictions of the crucifixion and note 'imitation blood' and 'some violence'. The musical follows Jesus's last days through Judas's perspective and features numbers such as 'Superstar' and 'I Don't Know How To Love Him'. Fans reacted with anger, calling the advisories nonsense and questioning the need for warnings. Tickets for the show's return went on sale with prices up to £335, and Sam Ryder is cast as Jesus. Industry figures acknowledged warnings for medical risks like strobe lighting but warned excess alerts could detract from theatre.
Read at www.standard.co.uk
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