The producers of the West End revival of Jesus Christ Superstar have revealed six well-known performers who will take on the role of King Herod in the show.

Jesse Tyler Ferguson will play King Herod from 20 June – 11 July; Simon Russell Beale from 13 – 25 July; Richard Armitage from 27 July – 1 August; Boy George from 3 – 15 August; Layton Williams from 17 – 29 August; and Julian Clary from 31 August – 5 September 2026.

They will star alongside Sam Ryder, who will play Jesus in the show, which will be on stage at The London Palladium.