What's the Book of Mormon Play About
So what's the takeaway? The Book of Mormon Play is about the power of choosing to believe in something, even when it seems silly. Elder Cunningham doesn't know the scriptures, but he knows how to connect with people. The villagers don't care about ancient prophecies, but they care about feeling hope.
The show ends with a huge, glittery, celebratory number where everyone—good guys, bad guys, and a magical, caffeine-drinking frog—agrees that life is better when you try to be a little bit kind, even if your religion is completely made up on the spot.
You will leave the theater feeling weirdly optimistic. You might not convert to anything except the soundtrack, but you'll definitely believe in the joy of laughing until your face hurts. And in a world full of serious news, that’s a kind of salvation we could all use.
So go. See it. Sing along. And remember: A book is just a book until you give it a beat and a few truths about loving your neighbor. Then it’s a miracle.