King Herod's Song (Alice Cooper) | Jesus Christ Superstar in Concert

[@jackolemiss]

This is my favorite Herod!

[@WisdomKeeper11]

Mine too.

[@melissacooper8724]

He really stole the show! ❤

[@KrystalHarwood-z1b]

my chiropractor's too lol@@WisdomKeeper11

[@perditalucky]

YES!

[@suecollins1991]

Agree. And loved the way he slipped into full Alice Cooper "snarls" in the last verse. A great performance.

[@deejohnston2150]

Knowing that Alice Cooper was a part of this was THE reason I watched when it aired. I was not disappointed!!

[@jackmorgangunner99]

Hello deejohnston, how is everything over there and your family I hope they are doing well?

[@chipstercamarillo9373]

To me Alice Cooper was the only thing that was worth watching on this version of JCS.

[@melissacooper8724]

I remember when they announced that they were going to do a live production of Jesus Christ Superstar, everyone was talking about Alice Cooper playing the part of Herod in the show. I got to watch it and his performance blew me away!

[@jennifersman7990]

Absolutely! That’s what I was waiting to see, wow! Was I not disappointed!

[@bobbooey45]

It was the only reason I tuned in. He walked off the stage basically saying shows over you can go home now.

[@Deetroiter]

Alice cooper is the ultimate performer. Not only sing and entertain, but he can captivate the crowd like very few can. Truly a gifted man

[@Ailar2209]

John Legend had the best spot in the house from which to watch Alice Cooper perform ;-)

[@midnight0675]

Yes he did.

[@avilpennmysticaande]

Ikr?

[@pamelamays4186]

Prove to me that you're no fool. Walk across my swimming pool. My favorite lyric from this show.

[@wall8080]

“Oh, I am waiting / yes I’m a captive fan” Yeah I bet you’re a big fan of captives, buddy

[@rickaschenbrenner4215]

Caiaphus " One thing I'll say fir him - Jesus is cool"

[@MiamiSpartan1]

I met him back in the late 80s in Chicago with his wife and baby. Wonderful people and great to know they’re still married.

[@colleen4ever]

He's actually a devout Christian in real life!

[@heatherlewis4477]

Alice Cooper did an incredible job as King Herod! It just goes to show how versatile he is as a performer! 😁👍🏻

[@WelshHomo87]

He did. He tapped into what Lloyd Webber wanted I think

[@black-sidedsun9219]

It's also fantastic how little effort it's taken him to nail the role that hard. His presence alone looks sufficient enough.

[@popkidhannah1363]

Personally, I can't imagine a world without Alice Cooper in it. The man can do no wrong! I've followed his career for as long as I can remember. So when I found out he was going to play King Herod in my favourite musical, I couldn't wait to see it. As usual, he didn't disappoint. But I have to admit, when he said "WOW", I fell in love with him all over again! I honestly believe there's nothing this talented man can't do. Long live Alice!!

[@misskitty1235]

The VP at the last school would play “School’s out” over the intercom on the last day of school instead of ringing the bell.

[@melissacooper8724]

​@@misskitty1235That's really cool!

[@jonnigoulding4950]

Agree x 10,000! Like was about to comment and then here you were taking thr words right out of my mouth. :)

[@sherryhannah498]

@popkidhannah1363 I became a fan of Alice Cooper after I saw him in the first Wayne's World film

[@MaskedMan66]

He'd be the first to tell you that he's done a lot of wrong, but now that the King of Horror Rock serves the King of Kings, he's doing a lot better. 🙂

[@debkunkel5840]

I think the best Herod- Cooper captures both the camp and yet still keeps the menace in King Herod. Not surprising giving his career.

[@MaskedMan66]

He's probably more menacing than the real Antipas was. 🙂

[@jordanmcpartland897]

Amazing comment I agree and I played Annas the high priest

[@sueparras6028]

Alice Cooper is the ultimate showman! He's always had the most amazing stage shows! Always loved him right from the first time I heard him in the 70's!

[@di-jt6jp]

I too have always loved him in everything he’s done since I was a kid in the ‘70s. I saw him live last year and he’s still got it!

[@Brucewayne-zs1fi]

I saw him last year also. Rockville, Daytona Beach. The man is unstoppable. Great show. Actually the main reason I went.

[@Deetroiter]

I’ve always said that if someone wants to study one person how to be an entertainer…Alice cooper. He can sing, act, entertain, and keep the crowds attention like I’ve never seen before. Truly the entire package.

[@nestorvelasquez9633]

At first, I didn't like it. I thought Alice made it about himself, but then I realized that King Harod is the type to make everything about himself. So now I like it

[@markmyers6472]

There is an interview out there and Alice talks about who King Herod was egotistical paranoid puppet... and that helped him figure out how to play the role. Alice being a bible scholar and devout Christian helped....

[@goodtoGoNow1956]

The song is exactly that. I don't actually like Cooper's performance here but he did it very professionally and well enough given his talent.

[@BigMacOrange]

King Herod got a bad rap TBH

[@goodtoGoNow1956]

@@BigMacOrange How to say "I am clueless in history" without actually saying it.

[@vashthestampede11]

​@@BigMacOrangenothing compared to his father

[@doctorteethomega]

I never heard that Alice Cooper did this role! My appreciation is immeasurable, and my day is made.

[@davemlbc]

That mic drop at the end is brilliant. Wouldn't want such a great quality microphone to hit the floor.

[@URobotics]

last girl in left side catch it.

[@tww2002]

ALICE COOPER WAS PERFECT FOR THIS ROLE. WONDERFUL ON MANY LEVELS.

[@frankiefelinesalwayswelcom5825]

This was a SUPERB show !!! This was the best part for Alice. He did it excellently, as we knew he would. His standing “O” as he perused the crowd after the song was unreal !!!

[@Dalekzilla]

Amazing performance! He's still got it after all these years.

[@angelaryer8981]

Can I just say, Alice Cooper was perfect for this part. I have always known he was the son of a preacher (as is his beautiful wife of almost 50 years) , but I recently found out that both he and his wife are followers of Jesus Christ. I should have known that. Just recently saw him live for the first time ever with the Hollywood Vampires and he was amazing.

[@RichardAugustMatthew19Man]

He also jammed with MARILYN MANSON.

[@EarlJohn61]

"His beautiful wife" is the son of a Preacher? Wow... I'm not sure that their fathers would appreciate that.. 🤣🤣🤣

[@jonathansavickas7348]

When I first saw this rendition of JCS, I wasn't really a fan of Alice Cooper. But now that I am and I've seen what he can do, I love this version and how Alice puts his own spin on Herod. He's a born showman. (I also think it's really weird to see John Legend play Jesus.)

[@sophiecooper1824]

Welcome to the Alice fanclub. I was introduced to Alice in the movie Dark Shadows and have been a fan ever since . I've also seen him live many times now

[@Mrstigger747]

John could do just alright. He doesn’t have the power or range for this kind of performance 👋🇨🇦

[@Rollin_L]

Legend was miscast. I didn't expect much from him, and got even less than I expected. Definitely not the right talent for this role.

[@markmyers6472]

Not only is he a born showman... he is a devout Christian and a self identified Bible scholar. He said that he spent time studying King Herod... which helped him put his narcissistic/paranoid twist into the character....

[@slappyjones2136]

Agree with the other folks on here - Legend was poor casting. You need a power rock voice and his voice is soft R&B. The guy playing Judas blew him off stage

[@yvonneklinkhamer9895]

I was 13 when I got my 1st single (record) “Elected” by Alice Cooper. My bedroom full with his posters on my wall. Now I,m 64, still listening to his cd’s in the car

[@amangogna68]

Alice Cooper is ageless and amazing and great musician !

[@alphazenturbo]

I have watched this multiple times and I notice something different with each viewing. The costumer did a fantastic job with the outfit, I LOVE how his facial expressions change from curious, to demanding to fury to go in line with the lyrics. I've watched other versions of King Herrod's song, and by far, this one by Alice Cooper is the best. He really embraces the character and makes it something special.

[@markmyers6472]

Being that he is a Christian, and bible scholar, I am certain his insight and understanding of Harod enhanced his character development for his portrayal... afterall, he is a learned and experienced live theatrical performer.

[@sergiomelendez285]

I love the original Jesus Christ Superstar, but this is by far the best version of King Herod's Song. It's canon in my head

[@suebursztynski2530]

I saw it here with Trevor White(Jesus) and Jon English(Judas). Oddly, Alice Cooper in this looks a bit like Jon English.

[@Lulu-vi4wb]

I still like the main characters in the original crew’s performance better.

[@realistik5427]

Mike Abdo was the best but Alice is great too. His father was a preacher

[@charlayned]

I am such a fan of the original cast, but I have to say, Alice Cooper is THE King Herod in my book now. Wow. And that drop mic at the end was just the cap on the cake.

[@bliastreb6466]

Alice Cooper. He is: Broadway. He is Vaudeville. He is Rock. He is a Christian!!! The perfect Herod for a live on TV performance in NYC! Complete with mic drop! Great mystery: Who's got his cane?

[@kattahj]

I cracked up so hard when I was in confirmation class and found out that this encounter is Bible canon - Herod wanting Jesus to perform a miracle and pouting when he didn't get one.

[@jonnigoulding4950]

I still remember that too. Luke 23:7-15

[@RosieYogi40]

Maybe I should have paid attention since I first saw JCS at 4 yrs old but HATED going to catechism.

[@MatthewBreck]

Bible canon is my new favorite phrase

[@peterbauer1494]

@@MatthewBreck The term "canon" originally meant "In line with biblical teachings" So... yeah

[@patrickjames2125]

Yep. In Catholicism which I was raised in but no longer practice, the Matthew Mark Luke and John gospels are referred to as the “canonical gospels”.

[@vampirebrianne]

The real Alice comes out in the end. Fabulous!

[@carlazuzfanclub]

Can we talk about the girl that caught the mic because getting your hand exactly under his to catch it, and not letting it bounce/roll off? Amazing

[@CallMeCrazyCallMePoor]

This was my introduction to the show, so imagine my reaction to Alice Cooper wondering out and singing a jaunty show tune about the Lord.

[@braxtonbobo4004]

Somehow Alice Cooper seems more normal then the movie version, then again that’s not hard

[@nugget1044]

Get, get out of my life!

[@theannoyinghistorian1812]

To be honest, I do not image anyone/anything getting any close to the movie version.

[@mouseycou]

Which one, there is a 1973 and a 2003 version. 1973 was much better.

[@johnswansen192]

​@@mouseycouI will always assume it is the 1973 version that people talk about. I am not saying that other versions are not good, including plays. But 1973 is the ultimate. I definitely like Alice Cooper's take on the song.

[@tristenmaguire5707]

I’m watching the movie for the first time right now and literally ANYBODY, me, anybody could do better than the movie version!!!😅

[@tomsimmerson6928]

one of my favourite villain songs and Cooper absolutely kills it what a legend!

[@augustushaynes1311]

The best Herod by far. And honestly as much success as Alice Cooper has had over the decades, it feels like he missed his calling filling certain niche villain-esque roles on Broadway. He absolutely crushes Herod.

[@cinyarko]

I still have to go with Rik Mayall in the 2000 film (the one with the dystopian vibe). It wasn't the best vocal performance, but the sleaziness and contempt he's able to project just make the whole scene for me.

[@Tulip_bip]

@@cinyarko i think him not being very good at singing kind of adds to it honestly. this guy with so much money and power putting together a whole broadway performance, but he can't sing, is really funny to me

[@gristen]

nah nothing can top the 1973 movie herod. the camp, the falsetto, the tiny yellow glasses, the growl in his voice as he descends into anger... its just all so iconic

[@tiebaojin]

This is absolutely the best version of this song--EVER!

[@stevefreedman470]

I AM SPEECHLESS...THAT WAS INCREDIBLE....A FAN FOR MANY YEARS SIR😊👍♥️

[@ouijacorn]

I had the pleasure of seeing him live last year and it was honestly one of my favorite experiences ever.

[@allisonfaith7284]

Same! He puts on a fantastic show!

[@intentionalretiredlife]

This was the absolute BEST part of this production!!

[@mjulia9214]

I do believe that’s actually his signature 😊walking cane (with the skull lol) and his signature gloves. Love it.

[@geothon]

Totally loved the Schools Out move that he used in this.

[@lauraengellovell3269]

I have that cane!

[@lauraengellovell3269]

Hi, Vincent! Live in rural Connecticut. Home all day with no car of my own, and social life limited to Walmart, the Laundromat and swap meets a couple of times a year. Not complaining, house is warm and solid, food in fridge and cupboards, and grateful to be alive! Hope the best for you! Suggestion on your appearance, you look cool but what if you let your hair go silver/white streaked with black? The all black dye has had it's time. God bless you and your family and your fans, may you all live forever in His Kingdom! ❤

[@bigfoothunt8831]

The Man, The Myth, The Legend, The Lord of Fear himself. Ladies and Gentlemen Alice Cooper!!!

[@judi6078]

Oh, wow! My favorite version of this song!

[@gregstorkwilson2745]

Can we take a moment to appreciate the dancers. Big fan of @Shelbyfinnie, a true Broadway Baby!

[@elizaconsuegra3069]

Alice as Herod??? My gosh. I AM SPEECHLESS. I'd like to be there, watching the show!!!!

[@moogiesings]

This man never ceases to amaze me. I saw him in concert back in 2010 or so (Gruesome Twosome tour with Rob Zombie), and he is still such a showman! I must thank the Muppets for introducing me to Alice Cooper and forming the foundation for my love of rock!

[@michaelpolo6117]

I remember that w I was a little boy seen him many times actually have his autograph really cool guy, his ex gutarist Pete Freezin for the Trash tour put me on the guest list & I was surprised I got Backstage Passes as well I was just a kid skipped school to meet him......;€

[@frantisek419]

Ahojky zdravím všechny příznivce tohoto ďábla,boha? Je nadupaný nápady, má krásný věk, mimochodem jako já, nejsem Prduch,, ale Alice Cooper je jen jeden, tak ať mu to fakt super šlape čus Fany Tábor jižní Čechy CZ 👻

[@rocknroll20024]

I finally got to see Alice Cooper live last month. I still can’t believe I got to see him life. I love him in this role I wish she would do musicals more

[@rickyjkuron5275]

Alice Cooper and John Legend. Icons

[@Margaux17Vamp]

Officially the best version ever of that song !!!

[@starstar4314]

Wow, didn't know Alice did this, was watching the news when Julian Clarey talked about his performance, so I had to have a look. Thought it was fab, enjoy your shows Alice. 😃

[@dgetzin]

Alice Cooper had probably been wanting SO badly to do that song onstage since the early 70s when it came out. That was perfect.

[@tiny5500]

Wow had no idea, Alice is part of the family and he never disappoints 🙏 ❤️‍🔥🙏

[@mariagoberna4943]

Omg, that’s wonderful!! Alice Cooper, you are too big!!! I just saw the video and I am shocked 💞💞💞💞💞👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@ethelryan257]

It would take someone of John Legend's ability to stand against Alice Cooper. Alice would blow any lesser actor off the stage. Best Harrod I've ever seen.

[@kiillabytez]

Sorry, but Alice Cooper ain't blowing nobody!

[@bernieappugliese2029]

Getting the great Alice Cooper to play this role was brilliant!

[@waynedunn1108]

First time I've heard this performance by Alice Cooper . To be honest I never new he performed I this musical . Great performance by Alice . I didn't know what to call my oldest cat . So I named him Alice after Alice Cooper . Sydney Australia 🦘🦘🦘 15/1/2024 😊

[@KennethJones-x8j]

I played golf with Alice Cooper at a fundraising event many years ago ... he is the "real deal" ... and this performance is the best of all. Thank you, Alice ... Ken Jones

[@TracyT5150]

Alice is amazing I got to meet him and his wife years ago and there are some of the nicest people I have ever met . If he was in the Broadway play I would go, wish he was. 😁

[@musicman3141]

He honestly seems so nice and down to earth

[@AnitaLife27]

We are not worthy! Sorry, someone had to say it. Love Alice! What a great icon, entertainer, and vocalist. ❤❤❤❤

[@Rollin_L]

I don't recall the name of the actor who did Herod in the L.A. production back in 1972, which I saw, but he was fantastic. Cooper does a magnificent characterization here, I only wish that he had been choreographed, maybe a bit of dancing interplay with the ladies. It was just too static, and I found that to be true of this whole production. Some of the singing was great, but the stage direction was so stiff. I saw Ted Neely in his prime, more than once. Those productions were energetic, emotional and a joy to watch. This one, had you just listened and not watched the screen would have come across no differently. Could have been so much more.

[@amynadeau2838]

Wow, what perfect casting!!

[@Sardnassik]

I could not imagine Alice Cooper as King Herod. I never thought he would sing like that but he is fucking cool! Very good singing with very good acting. I love it.

[@theresecallahan8548]

He ad-libbed "Hello, Jerusalem! I am your King!" but I loved it.

[@roberthudson1959]

Herod ruled Galilee, not Jerusalem. Pilate wanted Herod to deal with Jesus because Nazareth is in Galilee.

[@leonasloan7618]

Excellent casting!

[@Clownboy15]

That was awesome! I got to meet Barry Dennen, who played Pilate in the movie but was playing Herod on a touring show. My friends and I actually went back the night after we saw the show because somehow we missed he was in it. He was so gracious and thrilled that not only did we come back just to meet him, but we knew his other works like The Shining and The Dark Crystal. I had brought my copy of Kentucky Friend Movie for him to autograph. It had just come out on DVD a few weeks before.

[@themzdivasandy]

I adore Alice Cooper, he is amazing, but you need to see it done by Rick Myall. He was spectacular. Both great performances.

[@roxxy9906]

Thank you! I never knew that existed! He was also amazing!

[@nathanh1285]

Rick myall is my favorite version

[@derangedband]

I'd love to see a version with elements of rik and Alice. Alice sung it so well and easily! Especially the angry part at the end!! but rik was all about the mocking and impatience with his scary facial expressions. I guess it's a song that doesn't necessarily have to be flattering or sung perfectly to be good

[@Deppylicious]

Who doesn't love the Coop?

[@di-jt6jp]

I’ve loved him since I was a kid!

[@arrasonline]

Brilliant performance.

[@davidmatthews5667]

The best King Herod ever.

[@danofiremano]

I Freaking Luv This!!! Alice has a flare for the absurd and it shows here. His suit is spectacular as well and the dancers were great too!

[@michaelhealy1590]

There is no better rendition of this song than this one and I have seen many.

[@mailill]

What about Mike D'Abo? He's my fave. From the original record.

[@darkangel_1978]

It makes sense for Alice to do this. He's the son of a preacher. I know his father is proud of him.

[@professionalvampire1]

This is my favorite version of King Herod - hands down. Cooper nailed it!

[@heike0322]

Great interpretation!

[@Natasjaisawesome]

Great version 🙌 Still prefer the one from the 2012 tour, but this is a close second ☝️ And the mic drop was epic 💪

[@Okhissa]

I love how the pianist missed her cue at the very beginning and Alice ad-libbed his directing her to start playing. In theatre you have to think on your feet.

[@Rachel4momo]

I love this performance

[@sayoko4053]

I grew up listening to the cast recording where Alice Cooper sings this song. This made me so happy to see!

[@masterofwisdom6873]

This is done so well!

[@Musicore08]

killed it. Yes Alice, you are king

[@vampirebrianne]

Alice during an interview said that he doesn't understand why they never let him play the title role! 🤣

[@nomore2863]

Best version by a landslide - excellent singing and performance!

[@dianeconti7602]

I couldn't think of a more perfect person for the part! Alice is a minister in his private life.

[@vjc2270]

Wow! It's the role Alice was born to play! 👏👏👏👏

[@ShatnerLover]

I was so excited for this and he was underwhelming. Judas and Mary Magdalene stole the show

[@Brandon-ev9dv]

I don't even like Jesus Christ Superstar. But this is absolute perfection! Chefs kiss worthy! Amazing!

[@Vecernik]

Wow! Alice Cooper is one of the best Herods I´ve ever heard. Or maybe THE best.

[@nutella_drifter]

The timing of that mic drop is legendary.

[@Endlesshadowsxoxo]

This live show was so phenomenal 😍

[@sallyannlady]

Fantastic rendition of Herod- the best I've seen!

[@anthonytilleman3576]

My day is complete

[@rls25132]

Alice Cooper my old music/album/concert buddy of my youth; marvelous to see you perform this GREAT/loved it.

[@DannyStrickland-g9k]

As someone who saw his “Welcome To My. Nightmare” concert I can say now that God allowed Alice to exist to train him for this role. “I’m the dude playing Alice Cooper playing Herod the Great as Alice Cooper.” Simply Genius !!

[@rachelway2509]

Alice Cooper! What can I say?! Brilliant. A legend. ❤️

[@josephcastro736]

Amazing performance.

[@natnanatna100]

Spot on ironic performance from Alice Cooper!

[@JaceyMitchell]

Perfect pick for Herod. Absolutely brilliant.

[@earlymorningtwilight9119]

Alice Cooper, oh my goodness!!!!

[@cleigh8753]

I have seen many perform as King Harrod, but Alice Cooper put it over the top with his portrayal,.. just absolutely WOW!

[@happyclam1266]

The fascinating thing about this performance is that he decided to play it straight. Genius. His whole professional life, he's been so over the top, that it's far more effective for him to just come in and play it like the cranky Godfather of rock n roll.

[@tartsonawire]

Can we get the full show posted, pretty please?

[@LadyJaggerX3]

It's on Daily Motion ⭐

[@jacopocappuccio5660]

Surely, Anggun is a perfect Maddalena .... and the Sistina performance was absolutely unique !! Thank you ....

[@KristineMaitland]

The thing that bemuses me is the fact that Alice Cooper teaches Bible studies. No joke, he takes it very seriously.

[@Frankincensedjb123]

Oddly enough, this sounds just like something Cooper would write. He was made to sing this song

[@sherlynn7211]

Fantastic!!