
1973
Godspell
In modern-day New York City, John the Baptist calls out to a group of young men and women to learn from the teachings of Jesus. Through song and dance, they relive Christ's crucifixion.
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Born
1949-09-17 · 35 yrs
Died
1985-04-02
From
Berea, Ohio
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John-Michael Tebelak (September 17, 1949 – April 2, 1985) was an American playwright and director. He was best known for creating the musical Godspell, based on the Gospel of Saint Matthew. Stephen Schwartz wrote the music for Godspell. Some of the lyrics are original to the show, while others were taken from either the Bible or traditional hymns in the 1940 Episcopal hymnal.