Sell-out performances in Singapore received standing ovations! 
HotNews had a chance to see Steve Johnson’s latest musical, Build, in Singapore. Put on by the Singapore church, and shown both to the church, the visiting public, and the International Leadership Conference participants, Build is a hit. We think Build is going to be around for a long time. Over 7000 attended the performances in Singapore, including 2600 associated with the ILC. Roughly 2700 came and visited from the community. Though they had little Bible background, most seemed to really enjoy the musical. My own audience gave the cast a much deserved standing ovation. The show will be available on DVD soon at Disciples Today, and in our opinion, should go on tour to churches who can muster the talent to have it performed locally.
Steve and his wife Lisa lead our ICOC church in Portland, Oregon. Not only is Steve a talented church leader, but he also writes musicals. In fact, this is his third musical to date, including Upside Down and Slingshot. The Johnsons spent several weeks in Singapore preparing the set and rehearsing the show with the help of the Singapore church.
The musical traces the story of Jesus’ family, beginning with his grandparents and then his parents, and ends with Jesus as a youth. Steve Johnson told HotNews that there is already a sequel in the works, with plans for a third musical to complete a trilogy. Here at HotNews we certainly hope that they follow through with their plans. We’ll keep you posted.
