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In *Once Upon a Mattress*, a sinister queen has plans, or lack thereof, for her son's marriage: keep him single as no one else is worthy. Enter Princess Winnifred, Fred for short, and from the swamp, no less. The queen ruthlessly rules over the faraway land and declares that none can marry until her son weds. Challenge accepted: the queen puts Princess Winnifred through multiple tests, and the not-so-refined Fred champions each with her verve, wit, and enough volume to wake up the whole kingdom.

A raucous and hilarious comedy that’s also an update on a Hans Christian Andersen tale, *Once Upon a Mattress* features an indelible score from Mary Rogers and Marshall Barer with crowd-pleasing show tunes including "Sensitivity," "In a Little While," and "Shy." The musical first debuted on Broadway in 1959 and has enjoyed countless productions; now, after decades, it returns to Broadway with its own royal treatment: Broadway queen Sutton Foster as Princess Fred.

## What to watch for

- TV icon Amy Sherman-Palladino, who created *Gilmore Girls* and *The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel*, adapts this time-tested story to give it fresh life.
- Sutton Foster is one of Broadway's most famous leading ladies and, as in *Once Upon a Mattress*, she has a long history of playing strong female characters who feel no need to be demure as they pursue what they want most: love, success, and honor. Such previous roles include Fiona in *Shrek*, Reno in *Anything Goes*, and the title role in *Thoroughly Modern Millie*.
- Michael Urie is having a bang-up year on Broadway after finishing his run in another starry revival, *Spamalot*. Now, he returns to another musical comedy with *Once Upon a Mattress*.
- Director Lear deBessonet is also the artistic director of New York City Centers, which stages concert versions of favorite and sometimes forgotten musicals. Previously, she directed *Into the Woods* on Broadway, so she is no strange to remounting classic works.

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Get *Once Upon a Mattress* tickets to see Broadway royalty Sutton Foster star as a princess who's anything but shy. The upbeat revival of the hilarious musical *Once Upon a Mattress* runs for a limited time only.

Get *Once Upon a Mattress* tickets to see Broadway icon Sutton Foster take on another brassy leading lady: Princess Winnifred. Tony Award nominee Lear deBessonet (*Into the Woods*) directs this Broadway revival, which also features *Ugly Betty* and *Spamalot*’s Michael Urie as Prince Dauntless following the production’s sold-out run at New York City Center. Six-time Emmy Award winner Amy Sherman-Palladino updates the libretto, and this writer is no stranger to working with Foster: in addition to creating hit TV shows *Gilmore Girls* and *The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel*, Sherman-Palladino also wrote *Bunheads*, which Foster starred in. Get *Once Upon a Mattress* tickets on New York Theatre Guide.

Experience *Once Upon a Mattress* on Broadway, playing at the Hudson Theatre for a limited time only. A beloved musical composed by Mary Rodgers, with a score that put her on the map and proved she more than inherited her legendary father, Richard’s, songwriting chops, *Once Upon a Mattress* follows Princess Winnifred as she aims to win Prince Dauntless’s hand despite his mother’s obstacles. The queen declares that no one can wed until Dauntless does... while simultaneously making it impossible for anyone to get near her precious son. 

A hilarious update on a Hans Christian Andersen tale, *Once Upon a Mattress* has been a community theatre and high school staple since its 1959 Broadway bow, and now, after decades away, it returns to the Great White Way.

The musical helped make Carol Burnett a star: she originated the role of Princess Winnifred, later played by Sarah Jessica Parker. Now, Foster, Broadway royalty in her own right, takes on the cheeky role. A “joyful” production per the New York Times in a Critic’s Pick review, this new production of *Once Upon a Mattress* warms the heart, tickles the funny bone, and is packed with hummable earworms. Tickets to *Once Upon a Mattress* are available now.

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See Sutton Foster star in the acclaimed revival of the musical *Once Upon a Mattress*. Michael Urie joins the Broadway legend following the sold-out run of *Once Upon a Mattress* at New York City Centers.

Sutton Lenore Foster was born on March 18, 1975 in Statesboro, Georgia. She is a two-time Tony Award-winning Broadway actor, also known for her television role as Liza Miller on TV Land’s Younger.

Raised in Troy, Michigan, Foster attended Troy High School but left before graduating to join the National Tour of The Will Rogers Follies&nbsp;under the direction of Tommy Tune. She would also go on to study at Carnegie Mellon University for one year&nbsp;before departing to pursue a full-time career on the stage.

Foster’s most notable early stage credits include the leading role of Sandy Dumbrowski in the National Tour of Grease in 1995, which led to her Broadway debut, assuming the role at the Eugene O’Neill Theatre in 1996. She would also appear in the 1997 Broadway revival of Annie and 1997 Broadway premiere of The Scarlet Pimpernel. In 1999, she took over the coveted role of Éponine in the national tour of Les Misérables, later transferring to the musical’s Broadway production in 2000.

Her big break came later in 2000 after finally landing the starring role of Millie Dilmount in the La Jolla Playhouse production of Thoroughly Modern Millie. Following her turns in regional productions of The Three Musketeers in San Jose&nbsp;and South Pacific in Pittsburgh&nbsp;in 2001, Thoroughly Modern Millie would ultimately premiere on Broadway in 2002 to great acclaim, earning Foster her first Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical.

Thanks to her new leading lady status, she became a regular on the Broadway stage and starred as Jo in Little Women (2005 Tony nomination), as Janet Van De Graaff in The Drowsy Chaperone (2006 Tony nomination), as Inga in Mel Brooks’ Young Frankenstein (2007-08), and as Princess Fiona in Shrek The Musical (2009 Tony nomination). She won her second Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical&nbsp;for her turn as Reno Sweeney in the 2011 Broadway revival of Anything Goes,&nbsp;which also led to her first Grammy Award nomination for Best Musical Theater Album&nbsp;in 2012. She earned yet another Tony nomination in 2014 for her portrayal of the titular character in&nbsp;the Broadway premiere of <a href="https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/reviews/violet">Violet</a>.

Foster’s Off-Broadway credits include the 2010 Second Stage Theater production of Trust and a Lucille Lortel and Drama Desk Award-nominated performance as Charity Hope Valentine in The New Group’s 2016 revival of Sweet Charity. She has also performed in a plethora of benefit concert productions on Broadway as well as Encores! productions at New York City Center. She also starred as The Baker’s Wife in Into the Woods at The Hollywood Bowl in 2019.

On television, she is best known for her starring role as Liza Miller on Younger,&nbsp;which aired from 2015 to 2021 on TV Land. Her earlier screen credits include the leading role of Michelle Simms on&nbsp;Bunheads&nbsp;(2012-13) and guest roles on the likes of Instinct,&nbsp;The Good Wife,&nbsp;Elementary,&nbsp;Psych,&nbsp;Royal Pains,&nbsp;Law &amp; Order: Special Victims Unit,&nbsp;and Flight of the Conchords,&nbsp;among others.

As a recording artist, Foster has also released two studio albums: Wish&nbsp;in 2009 and Take Me to the World&nbsp;in 2018, along with one live album, 2011’s An Evening with Sutton Foster: Live at the Café Carlyle.

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Michael Lorenzo Urie&nbsp;was born on August 8, 1980 in Houston, Texas&nbsp;and is best known for his recurring TV role as Marc St. James on ABC's hit series Ugly Betty,&nbsp;as well as his Drama Desk&nbsp;and Lucille Lortel Award-winning career on the New York stage.

Urie was raised in Plano, Texas, and graduated Plano Senior High School in 1998. He studied at the Collin County Community College before being accepted into the prestigious Juilliard School in New York City, graduating in 2003.

His first break as an actor was in the role of Eric in the play&nbsp;WTC View, and Urie also starred in its 2005 film adaptation. He shot to stardom just one year later after being cast as Marc St. James in ABC's&nbsp;series Ugly Betty,&nbsp;opposite Vanessa Williams. He appeared in a total of 85 episodes up to 2010 (as well as 12 episodes of the spin-off Mode After Hours&nbsp;in 2008 and 2009). Following the show's cancellation, Urie was able to devote more time to his theatre career.

He made his Off-Broadway debut as&nbsp;Rudi Gernreich in The Temperamentals at New World Stages February 2010, receiving a Theatre World Award and a Lucille Lortel Award for Outstanding Lead Actor. He then assumed the leading role of Prior Walter in the 2010 Off-Broadway revival of Tony Kushner's&nbsp;Angels in America&nbsp;and was cast as&nbsp;Yepikhodov in Classic Stage Company's 2011 revival of Chekhov's&nbsp;The Cherry Orchard. He would make his Broadway debut in&nbsp;the role of Bud Frump in the revival of&nbsp;How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, playing the role from January to May 2012. He garnered great acclaim for his performance as Alex More in the solo show Buyer &amp; Cellar&nbsp;at Barrow Street Theatre in 2013, which won him his first Drama Desk Award and a second Lucille Lortel Award; the show later made&nbsp;a London transfer to the Menier Chocolate Factory. He starred alongside <a href="https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/actor-profile/patti-lupone">Patti LuPone</a> (who had also played his mother on Ugly Betty) in Lincoln Center Theater's 2015 production of&nbsp;Shows for Days&nbsp;and, most recently, as&nbsp;Hlestakov in Red Bull Theater's revival of&nbsp;The Government Inspector&nbsp;and Second Stage Theater's acclaimed revival of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/torch-song">Torch Song</a>&nbsp;in 2017. In the latter, he played Arnold Beckoff and received another Lucille Lortel Award nomination. The production transfered&nbsp;with Mr. Urie to Broadway's Hayes Theater from October 9, 2018 under the new title of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/torch-song-broadway">Harvey Fierstein's Torch Song</a>, in honor of the playwright, and closed on January 6, 2019.

Urie has also worked as a producer, casting director, and theatre director over the course of his career. His&nbsp;résumé as a director&nbsp;includes&nbsp;high school productions, regional productions, and two Off-Broadway credits for&nbsp;Bright Colors and Bold Patterns in 2016 and 2018. He has also hosted&nbsp;the Drama League Awards ceremony since 2016.

On screen, his most notable credits since Ugly Betty&nbsp;include The Decoy Bride&nbsp;(2011), Jeremy Fink and the Meaning of Life&nbsp;(2011), Petunia&nbsp;(2012), Partners&nbsp;(2012-13), Such Good People&nbsp;(2014), Modern Family&nbsp;(2014-15), The Good Wife&nbsp;(2014-16), Younger&nbsp;(2016-17), Diverted Eden&nbsp;(2018), and Shrinking, for which he earned his first Emmy Award nomination in 2025.

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Will Chase stars as Sir Harry in [*Once Upon a Mattress*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/31936-encores-once-upon-a-mattress) on Broadway at the [Hudson Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/venues/hudson-theatre) from July 31 to November 30, 2024.

Will Chase was born on September 12, 1970 in Frankfort, Kentucky. He is a Tony-nominated actor&nbsp;who is also known for his TV roles as country singer&nbsp;Luke Wheeler on Nashville&nbsp;and as Michael Swift on Smash.

As a child&nbsp;he attended&nbsp;Western Hills High School and went on to study&nbsp;conducting and percussion at the&nbsp;Oberlin Conservatory of Music. Chase started his professional career in Chicago, appearing in various regional productions&nbsp;until he landed the role of Chris in the second national tour of&nbsp;Miss Saigon&nbsp;in 1996. This led to his Broadway debut, reprising the role in the Miss Saigon&nbsp;Broadway company from July 1998. He would return to the production for its final month of performances in January 2001. Chase became a regular on the Broadway stage, racking up credits which included the roles of&nbsp;Jerry Lukowski&nbsp;in The Full Monty (2001-2002),&nbsp;Radames&nbsp;in Aida&nbsp;(2003-2004),&nbsp;Lennon (2005), Roger Davis&nbsp;in&nbsp;Rent&nbsp;(2005-2006 and 2008),&nbsp;Rob in High Fidelity (2006),&nbsp;Thomas Weaver in&nbsp;The Story of My Life&nbsp;(2009), Tony in&nbsp;Billy Elliot: The Musical&nbsp;(2009-2011), and&nbsp;Jimmy Winter&nbsp;in&nbsp;Nice Work If You Can Get It (2012).

In 2012, Chase&nbsp;starred in the dual roles of&nbsp;John Jasper and&nbsp;Mr. Clive Paget in the Broadway revival of&nbsp;The Mystery of Edwin Drood&nbsp;and would go on to earn his first Tony Award nomination at the 2013 ceremony. He then&nbsp;appeared on the Broadway stage as William Shakespeare in the musical comedy&nbsp;<a href="https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/reviews/something-rotten">Something Rotten!</a>&nbsp;from&nbsp;July to October 2016.

Chase made his feature film debut in the 2000 movie Shaft&nbsp;and went on to secure recurring roles in such TV series as Rescue Me,&nbsp;One Life to Live,&nbsp;The Good Wife,&nbsp;Time After Time,&nbsp;American Crime Story,&nbsp;Quantico,&nbsp;Sharp Objects,&nbsp;and Stranger Things.

Chase returned&nbsp;to Broadway to take on the dual roles of Fred Graham and Petruchio in Roundabout Theatre Company's revival of&nbsp;Kiss Me, Kate!&nbsp;at Studio 54&nbsp;from February 14 through&nbsp;June 30, 2019.

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Gasteyer made her Broadway debut in *The Rocky Horror Show* in 2001 and went on to star in [*Wicked*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/1-wicked-musical-tickets), *The Threepenny Opera*, *The Royal Family*, and [*Once Upon a Mattress*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/31936-encores-once-upon-a-mattress). She earned her first Tony Award nomination in 2026 for starring as Mildred Layton in [*Schmigadoon!*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/45429-schmigadoon-on-broadway)

She is best known, however, for her time as a cast member on *Saturday Night Live* from 1996 to 2002, performing dozens of celebrity impressions. She has also appeared in more than 20 films and more than 50 TV shows, playing recurring roles on *Suburgatory*, *The Goldbergs*, *The Good Wife*, and more.

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David Patrick Kelly stars as The Old Actor (Henry) in [*The Fantasticks*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/47137-the-fantasticks-on-broadway) on Broadway at the [Hayes Theater](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/venues/hayes-theater) from October 22, 2026.

Kelly's Broadway career spans nearly 50 years. He made his Broadway debut as an understudy in 1975's *The Rocky Horror Show* and has since appeared in more than a dozen shows including *Hair*, *Uncle Vanya*, *Once*, *Into the Woods*, and *An Enemy of the People*.

He has an equally prolific screen career, appearing in many films by Spike Lee (*Malcolm X*, *Crooklyn*, *Chi-Raq*) and David Lynch's 1990 TV show *Twin Peaks* and its 2017 revival. He is also known for playing Luther in 1979's *The Warriors* and for TV shows including *The Blacklist* and *Succession*.

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Daniel Breaker is best known for his Obie Award-winning performance as Youth in *Passing Strange* off Broadway; he was later nominated for a Tony Award for the show's Broadway transfer. His other major Broadway roles include Donkey in *Shrek: The Musical*, Hermes in [*Hadestown*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/14748-hadestown-tickets), Mafala Hatimbi in [*The Book of Mormon*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/127-the-book-of-mormon-tickets), Aaron Burr in [*Hamilton*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/384-hamilton-tickets), and the Jester in *Once Upon a Mattress*.

On screen, he has recurring roles as Roger "Scooter" Dunbar in *Billions*, Scott in *Girls5eva*, and Randy Elkin in *The Good Fight*, among others.

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The **Hudson Theatre** located in the heart of New York City, is a prestigious broadway theatre on 44th street. Over a century old, it blends the rich history of New York with the modern NY life, rendering it an impeccable locale for a diverse range of events. It showcases traditional broadway shows, concerts, performing artist shows and many more. This quintessential theater boasts a seating capacity of around 970, spread over 3 levels, offering a meticulous proximity to the stage with unmatchable acoustics. It is adorned by a magically preserved antique design, offering a one-of-a-kind ambience that’s second to none.

**How to get to the venue:** The Hudson Theatre is accessible via various methods of transport. Driving to the theater provides the convenience of parking at Icon parking just across the street. Alternatively, the theater is easily reachable via public transit, being near to Times Square - 42nd Street Station served by multiple subway lines. The Port Authority Bus Terminal is just a short walk away, providing access to numerous bus routes.

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The Hudson Theatre first opened on October 19, 1903, with *Cousin Kate* starring Ethel Barrymore. Although the firm of J. B. McElfatrick & Son first drew up the architectural design of the theatre in 1902, the firm of Israels & Harder ultimately took over and completed the project. The venue was built for theatrical producer Henry B. Harris, who managed the theatre until his death as a passenger on the RMS Titanic in 1912. 

During the 1930s and 1940s, the building was also used as for CBS Radio broadcasts when it wasn't being used for theatrical productions. NBC purchased the property in 1950, converting it into a permanent television studio. The venue housed *The Tonight Show* from 1954 to 1959.

Over the next few decades, under the ownership of developer Abraham Hirschfeld, the building was used for theatrical productions (1960 to 1968), as an adult movie house (from 1974), and as the Savoy rock club (from 1980). The Hudson Theatre was awarded New York landmark status in 1987.

Millennium & Copthorne Hotels purchased the Hudson in 1995 as a part of the surrounding luxury hotel known as the Millennium Broadway and used as a business conference center and auditorium. During this time, it was additionally used as a stand-up comedy venue for Comedy Central broadcasts.

In 2015, Ambassador Theatre Group purchased the venue as its second official Broadway venue, following the [Lyric Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/venues/lyric-theatre-ny). After fully shutting down and undergoing a major renovation, the Hudson reopened in 2017 with a revival of Stephen Sondheim's musical *Sunday in the Park with George,* starring Jake Gyllenhaal. Since the theatre first opened in 1903 and reopened from scratch in 2017, the Hudson is simultaneously Broadway's oldest and newest theatre.

## How to get to the Hudson Theatre on Broadway

The closest subway stop to the Hudson Theatre is 42nd Street - Times Square on the 1, 2, 3, 7, N, Q, R, W, and S lines. The 42nd Street - Bryant Park stop on the B, D, F, M, and 7 lines is also nearby.

There are two bus stops nearest to the theatre: 6th Ave/W 44th St. on the M55, QM2, QM3, QM4, QM15, QM16, QM17, QM18, and QM20 lines; and 6th Ave/West 45th St. on the QM1, QM5, QM6, M5, and M7 lines.

## Restaurants near the Hudson Theatre

Popular restaurants near the Hudson Theatre in NYC include Carmine's (Italian), Tony's Di Napoli (Italian), Hunt & Fish Club (steakhouse), Junior's (American), Connolly's Irish pub, and the Hard Rock Cafe (American).

[Learn more about popular pre- and post-show restaurants in the Theatre District.](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatre-news/news/where-to-eat-before-and-after-a-broadway-show)

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The Hudson Theatre, Broadway's oldest and newest, opened in 1903, housing theatricals, radio and TV shows, and got New York landmark status in 1987.

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Say hello to the Tony Award-winning Best Musical by the creators of *South Park* and *Avenue Q*. The story of two Mormon missionaries who get more than they bargained for when sent to convert an African village has spread the good word on Broadway for more than a decade.

Ages 13+. Children under 4 will not be admitted.

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In *The Book of Mormon* musical, Kevin Price is raring to go on a two-year mission to Orlando, Florida. But he’s shocked to be paired with the less-than-popular Arnold Cunningham and instead sent to Uganda, where no missionary has successfully converted anyone. Price is determined to do what no Mormon has done before, but Cunningham connects with the locals best once he starts “Making Things Up Again” on his own. 

Technically, you could say the history of *The Book of Mormon* goes back to 1830, when the Mormon Church was founded. The musical is a little newer. Parker and Stone started working with Lopez in 2003 after seeing his Tony-winning Best Musical *Avenue Q*. The *South Park* duo wanted to make a *Book of Mormon* movie, but Lopez insisted on making a musical.

The show’s first reading was in 2008, and an Off-Broadway world premiere was set for 2010. The producers canceled that production to give the creators more time to refine the show. Premiering *The Book of Mormon* on Broadway directly was a leap of faith — and it paid off.

*The Book of Mormon* got 14 Tony nominations and won for Best Musical, Best Book of a Musical, Best Original Score, Best Direction of a Musical, and more. The show also won the Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album, and the London and Melbourne productions won Best Musical at the Olivier and Helpmann Award ceremonies, respectively.

## What to watch for

- At one point in developing *The Book of Mormon* on Broadway, the writers thought about killing off Elder Price at the end of Act 1. However, that idea was quickly scrapped, as killing off the lead character wouldn't work in a musical comedy. 
- Robert Lopez, who wrote the music and lyrics, is the youngest EGOT (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, Tony) winner in history. Robert Lopez received his second Tony for Best Score for *The Book of Mormon*, and at age 36, he won his fourth for Best Original Song for “Let It Go” from *Frozen*. He also became a double EGOT when he won his second Oscar for "Remember Me" from the Disney film *Coco*.
- Parker, Stone, and Lopez took a trip to Salt Lake City and spoke with real Mormon missionaries as research for the musical. They definitely said "Hello!"
- The song “All-American Prophet” used to be called “The Bible is a Trilogy." The original title is referenced in Elder Cunningham’s line “Wow, so the Bible is actually a trilogy, and the Book of Mormon is *Return of the Jedi*.”
- The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints took out advertisements in the program with taglines like “You’ve seen the show, now read the book” and “The book is always better.”

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In *The Book of Mormon*, Elder Cunningham and Elder Price — absolute opposites who don’t start off as the best of friends — can’t wait to start their mission. Dreaming to head to Orlando, they are instead assigned to Uganda. A spoof on the wild rules of religion and a masterful execution of the buddy comedy, *The Book of Mormon* lets no one off the hook in its satirical look at faith, friendship, and some other choice F-words. With a dirty mouth and a dearer soul, the musical is meant for adults, even if it has a childlike sense of wonder. 

## What to watch for

- Robert Lopez, who wrote the music and lyrics, is the youngest EGOT (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, Tony) winner in history, and he’s also a double EGOT winner.
- Parker, Stone, and Lopez took a trip to Salt Lake City and spoke with real Mormon missionaries as research for the musical. They definitely said "Hello!"
- The song “All-American Prophet” used to be called “The Bible is a Trilogy." The original title is referenced in Elder Cunningham’s line “Wow, so the Bible is actually a trilogy, and the Book of Mormon is *Return of the Jedi*.”
- The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints once took out advertisements in the program with taglines like “You’ve seen the show, now read the book” and “The book is always better.”

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Jam-packed with satirical humor by South Park writers Trey Parker and Matt Stone, as well as Avenue Q writer Robert Lopez, The Book of Mormon on Broadway is a fast-paced, no-holds-barred production that will make you laugh like hell. Get The Book of Mormon tickets in New York now and see why audiences have joined the Broadway congregation since 2011. Original cast members Rory O’Malley (Tony nominee) and Nikki M. James (Tony winner) return from October 27 to January 17 only!

## What is the *Book of Mormon* musical about?

*The Book of Mormon* is a musical about Elders Price and Cunningham, two Mormon missionaries sent to a remote village in Uganda to convert the locals. (It's a far cry from Orlando, Florida, where Elder Price hoped to be sent.) Poverty, injustice, and an oppressive warlord made the villagers lose faith in God long ago — but the elders are determined to succeed, even if it means bending the teachings of the holy book a little.

The Book of Mormon premiered directly on Broadway, unlike most musicals that play off Broadway or in a different city first. But the outrageous musical comedy immediately took Broadway and the rest of the world by storm when it opened at the <a href="/theatres/eugene-o-neill-theatre">Eugene O'Neill Theatre</a> in 2011. The New York Times hailed The Book of Mormon on Broadway as "the best musical of the century." The show went on to collect nine Tony Awards that year, including Best Musical. Original cast members <a href="/stars-on-stage/andrew-rannells">Andrew Rannells</a> and Josh Gad (Elder Price and Elder Cunningham, respectively) became instant Broadway favorites, and Nikki M. James picked up a Tony for starring as Nabulungi.

The musical's score is best known for its the signature introduction number, "Hello," where the Mormons greet the audience. Other fan favorites include the outrageous and infectious lament "Hasa Diga Eebowai," the show-stopping "Spooky Mormon Hell Dream," the smooth "Baptize Me," and the comedy anthem "I Believe."

The The Book of Mormon is known for its raunchy, irreverent humor, which is par for the course for its creators. Trey Parker and Matt Stone are best known for writing the adult animated TV show South Park, and Robert Lopez co-created the adult puppet musical Avenue Q. Lopez is also notable for being the youngest person in history to achieve EGOT status and the only person to win all four requisite awards — an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony — more than once. In fact, he is one Oscar away from a triple EGOT.

The Book of Mormon features choreography and co-direction (alongside Parker) by Casey Nicholaw, known for helming other musical comedies including Something Rotten, The Producers, and The Prom.

## How long is *The Book of Mormon*?

*The Book of Mormon* runs 2 hours and 30 minutes, including an intermission.

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One of the funniest musicals on Broadway, *The Book of Mormon* is a modern classic. A filthy satire with a pure heart, *The Book of Mormon* followstwo Mormons as they begin their long-awaited mission — but converting a Ugandan village proves no easy task. The raunchy, irreverent worldwide hit comes from the creators of the equally outlandish TV show *South Park* and musical *Avenue Q*. Winning nine Tony Awards including Best Musical, the show has been a hit since it opened on Broadway in 2011. Get *The Book of Mormon* tickets on New York Theatre Guide.

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