Loving “Jesus Christ Superstar” is one thing, but loving the myriad staged productions of “Jesus Christ Superstar” is another. The Andrew Lloyd Webber/Tim Rice masterpiece existed arguably in its most perfect form in the original 1970 concept album,

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.

The singer will join Cynthia Erivo, Phillipa Soo, Raúl Esparza and other musical theater stars for three performances starting Friday (Aug. 1).