Cynthia Erivo’s casting as “Jesus” in the Hollywood Bowl’s production of “Jesus Christ Superstar” has unleashed a firestorm of criticism across social media. The internet has labeled the decision blasphemous,

In 'Jesus Christ Superstar,' the conflict between Cynthia Erivo's all-seeing, all-feeling Jesus and Adam Lambert's competitive yet remorseful Judas was thrillingly brought to life in their different yet wholly compatible musical styles.