If you’re offended by swearing, religious satire, or lyrics like “Fuck you, God in the sky,” skip it. But if you want a show that makes you think and laugh so hard you choke on your popcorn, The Book of Mormon is a miracle. It’s the only Broadway musical where you’ll hear a demon say “I’m a Mormon, and a Mormon just believes.”
One last surprising fact: The show’s most famous number, “I Believe,” is often performed by actual LDS youth groups (minus the swear words). They sing it as a genuine anthem. That’s the power of satire done right—it leaves everyone, believers and skeptics, laughing together.
So grab your copy of the Book of Mormon (the musical, not the real one—unless you’re very committed) and prepare to witness a show that is completely respectful of religion. Just kidding. It’s not. But it is the funniest two hours you’ll ever spend in a theater seat. Hasa diga, my friend.
