John legend is set to star in NBC’s upcoming live musical event, Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert! And it’s going to be heavenly.

The legendary performer will be playing Jesus, and in a statement released by his reps, he can’t be more excited.

“I’m thrilled to join the cast of this production of Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert!,” Legend said. “It’s such a powerful, meaningful musical and I’m humbled to be part of this performance. We’ve already formed an incredible team, and, as we finish casting, I’m certain we will put together some of the greatest talents around to do this work justice.”

NBC already announced that Alice Cooper would be playing King Herod, while David Leveaux, a Tony Award nominee, would be directing the live stage production being filmed before an audience at Marcy Armory in Brooklyn, New York.