Adam Anders on 'Trying to Be Salt and Light' for Christ in the Entertainment Industry

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The Grammy-nominated music producer who is best known for the hit television series Glee says he feels led by God to make entertainment that shines a light in a dark culture, with a 2023 faith-based project marking a turning point in his career.

Adam Anders received Grammy nominations in 2011 and 2012 for Glee and in 2013 for Rock of Ages, yet in 2023, he stepped into the faith-based genre with the musical Journey to Bethlehem, which he wrote and directed. The film follows the biblical story of Mary and Joseph. 

"My life changed completely with this movie, and I'm on a completely different track," Anders told Crosswalk Headlines. 

Glee aired on Fox from 2009 to 2015, winning six Primetime Emmys with Anders serving as executive music producer. Anders also produced music for faith-based projects such as The Passion (2016) and Son of God (2014).   

"My faith guides everything I do," Anders said. "I've lived in L.A. for 20 years and making movies out there and learning the craft and trying to be salt and light." 

Journey to Bethlehem marked his debut as a theatrical film director.

"We need movies that shine a light in this darkness," he said. "It's really rewarding to see how many non-believers have found this movie saying it changed their lives. And that's why I did it."

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