The Book Of Mormon at Saenger Theatre

Debuting in 2011, The Book of Mormon has undoubtedly been one of the most accomplished Broadway musicals since its opening. A collaboration by Trey Parker, Matt Stone, and Robert Lopez, the musical is based on the Latter-day Saints (LDS) founder and prophet Joseph Smith complete with his Book of Mormon. The show was intended to premiere off Broadway at the New York Theatre workshop after its 2008 staged reading, though this turned out to be a blessing in disguise as its actual debut in 2011 moved to a more central location at the Eugene O’Neill Theatre.

Because of a successful first year, the play was already greenlit for a U.S. national tour that lasted four years, including a run in Salt Lake City, Utah! The show also proceeded to be staged in several locations, with a Chicago production produced in 2012, a West End production in 2013, and Australian and Swedish productions both performed in 2017.

The unconventionality and nonconformity of this musical were key components to this success. It narrates the story of Elder Kevin Price and Elder Arnold Cunningham, two Mormon missionaries who aim to convert locals in a remote village in Uganda. It is there that they contend with the indifference of the locals, as well as their contrasting methods in teaching their faith, given that Cunningham lies to the villagers by injecting hilarious tales woven from science fiction and fantasy stories into his religious teachings, while Price is resolved to teach the villagers in the usual, orthodox manner. The way the musical is shared with the audience is staged in quite an unorthodox manner as well, usually making fun of religion in its script and also injecting humor in both of its acts, and of course, let's not forget the showtunes!

For its current season, the Book of Mormon will be in New Orleans in May at the central theatre venue of Saenger Theatre, which holds an excellent stage, sound system and acoustics, and best facilities that is fit for this box office hit. Tickets for the musical on Sunday 17th May 2026 are available for purchase by clicking the link above.