Covid put paid to the show in March 2020 and it was finally played in a packed Playhouse in October 2021. Here are 20 pictures from what was a truly spectacular musical that truly celebrated the return of the community theatre after the pandemic-enforced shutdown.
17. Superstar indeed!
Mark Stenton, as Judas, gives a brilliant rendition of the song Superstar, with dancers Juliette Bell and Leonie Airlie, and members of the ensemble in the Alnwick Stage Musical Society production of Jesus Christ Superstar. Photo: Michael Pearson
18. Trial before Pilate
Jesus, played by Darren Lewis, is publicly flogged in front of a bloodthirsty mob, demanding that he be crucified. Photo: Michael Pearson
19. Fate sealed
The crucifixion of Christ - portrayed by Alnwick Stage Musical Society in its production of Jesus Christ Superstar. Photo: Michael Pearson
20. The final act
The crucifixion of Jesus, played by Darren Lewis, is witnessed by Mary Magdalene (Rebecca Corbett) and Judas (Mark Stenton). Photo: Michael Pearson