John-Michael Tebelak

Writing

John-Michael Tebelak

Born
Died
(aged 35)
Birthplace
Berea, Ohio
Credits
2 titles

Biography

John-Michael Tebelak (September 17, 1949 – April 2, 1985) was an American playwright and director. He was best known for creating the musical Godspell, based on the Gospel of Saint Matthew. Stephen Schwartz wrote the music for Godspell. Some of the lyrics are original to the show, while others were taken from either the Bible or traditional hymns in the 1940 Episcopal hymnal.

Signature work

Known For

Acting credits 1

YearTitleRole
1973 Godspell Film Pharisee Monster (voice)

Crew credits 2

YearTitleJob
2017 All Good Gifts: The Making of "Godspell" Film Writers' Production
1973 Godspell Film Screenplay, Musical
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