First things first: Daniel MacPherson was playing the role of Jesus and Jonathan Wilkes his best-mate-turned-betrayer, Judas.

Of course, when you see the show, Wilkes could well be playing Jesus as the two leads alternate roles.

The biblical musical, which tells of the last days of Christ's life, has been brought bang up to date in this latest, and largest, revival of the show since the Seventies.

The original hippy vibe has been replaced by a contemporary theme but it has lost none of its originality which, as the first show intended, was to find a new way of telling the most famous story of all time.

Set in a modern metropolis, Jesus works on teaching nine lost souls the parables of the Bible.

But the play isn't just about teaching the audience a strict Bible lesson or two. It's more about friendship and the parables are taught in a light-hearted and comical manner, complete with skits of politicians and TV shows.

There was no denying Jesus's presence as one young girl swooned at the mere sight of him. Or was it more to do with the fact a former Neighbours heart-throb had walked on stage?

MacPherson lured the audience and those on stage into his community with his portrayal of the confident, popular and intelligent son of God.

Wilkes, meanwhile, turned the traitorous Judas from friend to foe with just the right amount of guilt, greed and disillusionment.

According to Wilkes, the fact he came from a singing background and MacPherson from an acting background helped as they could learn from each other - both are extremely charismatic on stage.

In fact, all the cast have a chance to shine. There were brilliant solo numbers by Nicki Daley and Daniel Thomas, among others, as well as some fab impressions of well-known figures.

But for all the fun, the show has a serious side and, I admit, I felt pretty moved as Judas betrayed his friend to the ultimate end.

The crucifixion scene, without being too drawn out, hammered home our mortality as Jesus was depicted as a young man, scared at the prospect of dying for our salvation.

The show is dramatic and upbeat with just the right amount of humour. The only thing is, you have to see it twice in order to see how Wilkes and MacPherson fare in both roles.

Let's face it, there are worse ways of repenting your lust.

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