Herod Line-Up Announced For Jesus Christ Superstar At Theatre Royal Drury Lane
Published on 19 June 2026
Summary
- Eight stars have been confirmed to play Herod during the autumn run of Jesus Christ Superstar.
- The rotating guest cast includes Matt Bomer, Rob Brydon, Reece Shearsmith, Bob The Drag Queen, Michael Ball, Simon Russell Beale, Omid Djalili and Layton Williams.
- Jesus Christ Superstar plays at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane from 16 October 2026 to 9 January 2027.
The star-studded line-up of guest performers taking on the role of Herod in Jesus Christ Superstar at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane has been unveiled.
Following its summer season at the London Palladium, Tim Sheader’s acclaimed production will transfer to its new West End home this autumn. Sam Ryder will reprise the role of Jesus, joined by Desmonda Cathabel as Mary Magdalene, David Thaxton as Pontius Pilate, Bob Harms as Caiaphas, Matty J as Annas and Phil King as Peter.
Joining the company as a rotating Herod are eight special guest stars:
- Matt Bomer – 16 to 31 October
- Rob Brydon – 2 to 7 November
- Reece Shearsmith – 9 to 14 November
- Bob The Drag Queen – 16 to 21 November
- Michael Ball – 23 November to 5 December
- Simon Russell Beale – 7 to 12 December
- Omid Djalili – 14 to 19 December
- Layton Williams – 21 December 2026 to 2 January 2027
A final guest performer set to play Herod during the last week of performances will be announced at a later date.
Book your tickets to Jesus Christ Super at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane today.
By Hay Brunsdon
I've over 15 years of writing and editorial experience, and starting working in the West End theatre industry in 2012. When not watching or writing about theatre I'm usually swimming, hiking, running, or training for triathlons in the Stroud valleys.