I was thrilled when I discovered The Book of Mormon on Broadway was going to make a tour stop in Sacramento.
Quickly, I booked my tickets through Broadway Sacramento for myself and my husband and waited impatiently for a few weeks to see the show.
I’m spoiled, as this would be my second time seeing The Book of Mormon. The first time was in San Francisco at the Orpheum Theatre during the first year of production.
As a former Mormon and someone who went on a mission to Colorado, the dramatization is hilarious. Especially, because I’m now married to a man and living my best life. I consider myself lucky, as I feel fully gripped in the reality of my life and have the support of my entire family, who are still fully practicing devotees to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.
And caution; plot spoilers are ahead.
What is the plot of the Book of Mormon Broadway?
The Book of Mormon is a fast-paced Broadway musical that tells the story of two young Mormon missionaries sent out distantly to a remote village in Uganda to spread their religion.
The musical follows the missionaries—Elder Price and Elder Cunningham—as they meet a host of challenges: a warlord threatening the village, a skeptical and uninterested community, and their flaws and struggles. Throughout the musical, the characters confront their beliefs and come to terms with their shortcomings.
The musical is known for its irreverent and humorous portrayal of Mormon culture and its themes of faith, friendship, and perseverance.
Is the Book of Mormon Broadway play funny?
The Book of Mormon is a lively Broadway musical that Trey Parker, Matt Stone, and Robert Lopez wrote.
The musical has been praised for its clever and irreverent humor, which often parodies and satirizes religious themes and beliefs. The show has won numerous awards, including nine Tony Awards, and has been widely considered a must-see for musical theater and comedy fans.
The Book of Mormon Broadway play is generally considered very funny.
What do Mormons believe?
Mormons, additionally known as congregants of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, have a belief in God the Father, his only begotten son Jesus Christ, and the Holy Spirit. They believe that Christ’s original church was restored through the prophet Joseph Smith and that the Book of Mormon, along with the Bible, is the word of God.
Mormons also believe in the importance of personal revelation, the principle of baptism by immersion, and the eternal nature of the family. They strongly emphasize service, missionary work, and the importance of strong families.
The Articles of Faith outline these beliefs in more detail, a 13-point statement of Mormon beliefs.
