A true ‘Superstar’ is coming to Yellow Springs for a sing-a-long show

Publicity photo of American entertainers Yvonne Elliman and Ted Neeley promoting their roles in the 1973 feature film "Jesus Christ Superstar."

Publicity photo of American entertainers Yvonne Elliman and Ted Neeley promoting their roles in the 1973 feature film "Jesus Christ Superstar."

Perhaps appropriately so, former star of “Jesus Christ Superstar” and Golden Globe winner Ted Neeley will return to Yellow Springs over the holiday season to lead guests in a sing-a-long version of the 1973 film adaptation of “Jesus Christ Superstar,” called the Jesus Christ Superstar Sing-A-Long Tour.

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The event will take place at The Little Art Theatre in Yellow Springs on Dec. 5-7, with the VIP pre-show beginning at 5 p.m. and the sing-a-long show commencing at 7 p.m.

Despite the movie’s age, it still remains one of the most popular rock operas of all time (and the first of its kind, at that). And Neeley, a composer, also had roles in 2012’s  “Django Unchained,” 2016’s “Alleluia! The Devil’s Carnival” and the 1981 TV version of “Of Mice and Men.”

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Audiences will have a chance to sing along with Neeley as they watch the 1973 musical-turned-film. Don’t know the lyrics by heart? No problem! Lyrics will be available on the screen for everyone to join in.

For those who desire an opportunity to chat with Neeley before the start of the show, the VIP package, though selling out fast, will be available to those willing to spend $175 per ticket. Aside from meeting Neeley in person, a VIP pass will give you early entrance into the theater, a reserved seat in the “best possible viewing area,” a tote bag, a poster and a signed CD.

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For a preview of what the sing-a-long show could entail, visit https://youtu.be.

VIP and general admission tickets are selling fast, so visit https://tedneeley.com/screening-tour/ to snatch up your tickets as soon as possible.

WANT TO GO?

What: Jesus Christ Superstar Sing-A-Long Tour

When: Dec. 5-7, VIP pre-show at 5 p.m. and sing-a-long show at 7 p.m.

Where: The Little Art Theatre, 247 Xenia Ave., Yellow Springs

Cost: $20 for general admission and $175 to attend the VIP pre-show

More Info: Website

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