'Gethsemane' Michael Ball | Jesus Christ Superstar

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Michael Ball lifts the roof off of the Royal Albert Hall with his unbelievably powerful version of Gethsemane from Jesus Christ Superstar.

What's your favourite Michael Ball performance?

From Andrew Lloyd Webber's Royal Albert Hall Celebration: The Royal Albert Hall comes alive to the passionate melodies and songs from the shows of Andrew Lloyd Webber, including The Phantom of the Opera, Cats, Evita, and Sunset Boulevard. With an all star cast including, Michael Ball, Antonio Banderas, Sarah Brightman, Glenn Close, Donny Osmond, Elaine Paige, Ray Shell, and Bonnie Tyler.

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Who do you think sings the best version of Gethsemane? Let us know below!

[masarusenpai]

Honestly, Gethsemane is the most beautiful song ever written for a musical

[lindathetford]

I'M ACTUALLY CRYING WOAH HE IS SO AMAZING LIKE THIS IS ONE OF THE BEST VERSIONS I HAVE EVER HEARD I do miss that high note but this gave me pure frozen in place vibes and chills

[spacefanatic]

Michael Ball's rendition is the best ever version.

[chivonnemccoll]

I personally love this version. It gives me goosebumps, compared to the ones with the high pitch tones.

[annieb]

My personal opinion is that this version has more emotion throughout the performance, than the versions with the high notes, may be it is because it is Michael Ball who always gives his all to his performances.

[helenboocock]

I saw him singing this when my husband and had just started dating. I sobbed at his performance, my husband thought something was wrong, it still makes me cry even now. The passion and feeling he puts into it makes it so powerful.

[ron-waynehoekstra]

This always has me in tears . For what was . What is today . First saw the film in 1973 with mom and dad, sis . All these years later now Feb 2024 in sobs practically as all the changes in my own life . Parents gone now, strong faith, believe . The songs, the lyrics always get me deep . So deep .

[judithm.]

My favorite version of this piece. You don’t have to scream to show emotion and character like the others mentioned in the comments. Bravo Michael Ball.

[heathercamball]

Michael can do no wrong in my eyes this is an amazing version love love love

[eca]

The first Michael Ball video and the first version of Gethsemane I watched almost a month ago. Was amazed by the power of his voice and incredible talent. A new fan was born. From that day on, I kept listening and watching him everyday. Having daily dose of Michael Ball. 😊

[deidre]

I think about this video every now and then, and every time I rewatch it it’s as if I’m watching it for the first time. Michael Ball’s version of this song is absolutely unmatched. This video got me into Jesus Christ Superstar and it is now and STILL my favorite musical, and always will be. Live laugh love.

[janetscarfe]

As others have said the emotion needed for this song Michael Ball gets just right, plus he has a wonderful voice. Love him.

[lizziewalker]

I've been listening to musicals all my life and every single time I return to JCS. It's one of the few musicals where I will sing every song from beginning to end. Still as relevant today as it was then when it first premiered. Thank you ALW for this gift.

[curtisbradford]

Such an amazing performance. I just came from seeing the live Jesus Christ Superstar 50 yr. Anniversary Show at the Golden Gate Theatre in San Francisco and came right home and played this version. It's just the best ever. I can't believe how emotional I still get when I listen to Michael sing this. A great show tonight and a great performance by Michael all those years ago. A wonderful combination.

[DarthZukiCougar]

Michael Ball could sing the phone book! One of the most amazing voices in theatre.

[aldoelektrika]

The arrangement is great, and while I think this song isnt the same without those high notes, I'm still happy to hear this take.

[cb]

Mr. Ball's interpretation of this song is marvelous and has only gotten better throughout the years❣️

[richardharris]

Colm Wilkinson and this rendition are my two favorite performances.

They are both on the same level, just different styles and capabilities; both are superb!

[kaitlynshaw]

How is Micheal so amazing, like wow every time I watch this video, he just blows me away!