Expert Review: Why The Book of Mormon Is Comedy Gold

4.7
★★★★★

Expert Rating

The Verdict

The Book of Mormon is that rare musical comedy that manages to be simultaneously outrageous and surprisingly heartfelt. From the creators of South Park comes a satirical masterpiece that pushes every boundary while ultimately delivering a story about friendship, faith, and finding purpose that resonates long after the final bow.

What Makes It Brilliant

  • Razor-Sharp Writing: Trey Parker and Matt Stone's signature humor translated perfectly to musical theatre with incredible wit and timing.
  • Catchy Songs: Numbers like "Hello!" and "I Believe" are instantly memorable and surprisingly moving despite the comedy.
  • Fearless Satire: Takes on religion, privilege, and cultural differences with bold humor that somehow avoids being mean-spirited.
  • Heart Beneath Humor: Beneath the outrageous comedy lies genuine themes about belief, friendship, and helping others.

Perfect For

Fans of South Park, adventurous theatre-goers, comedy lovers, and anyone ready for musical theatre that pushes boundaries. Not for easily offended audiences - this is adult comedy at its most irreverent.

Everything You Need to Know

The Story

Two young Mormon missionaries, the optimistic Elder Price and the compulsive-liar Elder Cunningham, are sent to a remote Ugandan village to spread their faith. What they find challenges everything they believe, leading to hilarious culture clashes, personal growth, and an unexpected understanding of what faith really means.

What to Expect

  • The fish-out-of-water comedy of sheltered Americans in rural Africa
  • Elder Price's crisis of faith when reality doesn't match his expectations
  • Elder Cunningham's creative interpretations of religious teachings
  • The villagers' struggles with poverty, disease, and conflict
  • A story about finding purpose and making genuine connections across cultures

Unforgettable Musical Numbers

  • "Hello!" - The enthusiastic opening number introducing our missionaries
  • "Two by Two" - The rousing song about missionary pairings
  • "Hasa Diga Eebowai" - The villagers' irreverent response to their hardships
  • "I Believe" - Elder Price's hilarious yet touching declaration of faith
  • "Spooky Mormon Hell Dream" - A wild nightmare sequence
  • "Tomorrow Is a Latter Day" - The uplifting finale

Musical Style: The score brilliantly parodies traditional musical theatre while creating genuinely catchy, memorable songs that work both as comedy and sincere musical moments.

Practical Information

Show Times

  • Monday - Thursday: 7:30pm
  • Wednesday & Saturday: 2:30pm & 7:30pm
  • Friday: 8:00pm
  • Sunday: 3:00pm

Getting There

  • Tube: Piccadilly Circus (2 minutes walk)
  • Bus: Multiple routes to Piccadilly Circus
  • Parking: Q-Park Chinatown nearby

Important Information

  • Ages 16+ due to strong language and adult themes
  • Contains religious satire - may offend some viewers
  • Winner of 9 Tony Awards including Best Musical
  • Long-running hit - book in advance