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Andrew Rannells is returning to Book of Mormon for a once-in-a-lifetime week. The nine-time Tony winner will reunite with the original cast this June. Trey Parker, Matt Stone and Robert Lopez confirmed the “Magical Mormon Mystery Week” on The Late Show Monday night.
🔥 Quick Facts
- Event: Magical Mormon Mystery Week at Eugene O’Neill Theatre June 9-14, 2026
- Original Cast: Andrew Rannells (Elder Price), Josh Gad (Elder Cunningham), Nikki M. James, Rory O’Malley reuniting
- Creators Present: Trey Parker, Matt Stone, and Robert Lopez performing select scenes at surprise performances
- Cast Recording: Grammy-winning original album reissuing June 26 with limited-edition vinyl and CD
A Stunning Reunion for Broadway’s Biggest Hit
Book of Mormon is celebrating 15 years on Broadway with the most ambitious anniversary event ever staged on the Great White Way. The nine-time Tony Award winner opened March 24, 2011, and remains the longest-running show in the 100-year history of the Eugene O’Neill Theatre. Now at its 15th milestone, the musical is pulling out all the stops with a full week of unpredictable performances featuring its legendary original stars.
This marks the first major anniversary celebration of its kind for any Broadway musical. Each night will be different, with no two shows exactly alike. Audiences will never know which original cast members will appear or when surprise moments will happen throughout the evening.
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Original Stars Return to Stage
Andrew Rannells, who originated the role of Elder Price, will take the stage alongside Josh Gad (Elder Cunningham), Nikki M. James (Nabulungi), and Rory O’Malley (Elder McKinley). Both Rannells and Gad earned Tony nominations for their breakthrough performances. The reunion marks a triumphant return for all four original leads who helped launch the most controversial and beloved musical in recent Broadway history.
The current Broadway cast will integrate with the original stars seamlessly, performing select scenes and songs together. Members of the original Broadway ensemble and the Ugandan cast will also make cameo appearances at select performances, creating a true celebration of the entire Mormon family.
Creators Parker, Stone, and Lopez Make Surprise Appearances
Book of Mormon creators announced this historic event on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert on March 16, 2026. Trey Parker and Matt Stone (South Park scribes) joined EGOT winner Robert Lopez to share the exclusive news with Stephen Colbert’s audience.
| Event Detail | Information |
| Dates | June 9-14, 2026 (6 performances) |
| Venue | Eugene O’Neill Theatre, Broadway |
| Cast | Original leads plus current Broadway cast |
| Creators Appearing | Parker, Stone, Lopez at select shows |
The creators will make appearances at certain performances throughout the week, adding another layer of surprise and excitement. Additional surprise guests from the show’s extended Mormon family are expected to emerge as the Mystery Week unfolds across June.
“The original cast members will perform select scenes and songs at each performance alongside the current cast, with no show exactly the same.”
— Playbill, Broadway News
Recording Reissue and 15th Anniversary Celebrations
The Grammy-winning original Broadway cast recording will be reissued on June 26, 2026 in special 15th anniversary collector editions. Fans can purchase the album on crystal-clear vinyl, black vinyl, or CD. Each package includes a complete lyrics booklet, production and studio photos, plus new commentary from Parker, Stone, and Lopez in conversation with music supervisor Stephen Oremus and CBS Sunday Morning correspondent David Pogue.
Before the June reunion, Book of Mormon will celebrate its official 15th anniversary on March 19, 2026 with a special performance. Audience giveaways and surprise appearances are expected during this milestone night. The show also holds the distinction of being the 10th longest-running Broadway musical of all time and continues touring internationally in London’s West End, Australia, the UK, and North America.
Why Is This the Most Anticipated Broadway Event of 2026?
For theater fans, this Mystery Week represents something unprecedented on Broadway. No major musical has ever attempted a reunion of this scale for an anniversary celebration. The unpredictability factor, combined with the star power of the original cast and creators, makes June 9-14 a must-see moment in theater history.
Tickets are now available at ATG Tickets and through the official Box Office. Given the historic nature of this event and the return of beloved original stars, performances are expected to sell out quickly. Will you secure your seats for one of 2026’s most talked-about Broadway moments?
Sources
- Playbill – Official announcement of cast and dates for Magical Mormon Mystery Week
- People Magazine – Details on anniversary celebration and cast reunions
- BroadwayWorld – Information about Late Show announcement and creators’ involvement
