QuaranTune #30: "I Believe" from The Book of Mormon
A show tune a day keeps the quarantine blues at bay...
I believe that the New York Theatre community will ultimately recover from the disastrous impact of the current COVID-19 pandemic and I also believe that laughter is a great temporary remedy. Arguably Broadway's most hilarious show (presently in lockdown) has to be the 2011 Tony Award-winning 'Best Musical' The Book of Mormon, so it's time for our Salt Lake City friends to spread a little joy with a Mormon-themed #QuaranTune of the day!
"I Believe" was written by Robert Lopez (also represented on Broadway by Disney's Frozen) alongside Matt Stone and Trey Parker (creators of TV's "South Park"). It was originally performed by Andrew Rannells, who originated the role of Elder Price, earning his first Tony Award nomination.
The Book of Mormon swept the board at The 65th Annual Tony Awards, winning a total of nine out of its fourteen Tony nominations. And here's Mr. Rannells' show-stopping performance from that epic night...
I can't allow myself to have any doubt. It's time to set my worries free. Time to show the world what Elder Price is about and share the power inside of me. (Elder Price, The Book of Mormon)
The Book of Mormon Tickets are available now.
(Photo by Joan Marcus)
Frequently asked questions
What is The Book of Mormon about?
South Park creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone, and Oscar-winning Frozen and Avenue Q composer Bobby Lopez are a match made in heaven. The hilarious Broadway smash The Book of Mormon features the misadventures of two Mormon missionaries who go to wacky lengths to convert an African village. Get tickets to the nine-time Tony-winning Best Musical.
Where is The Book of Mormon playing?
The Book of Mormon is playing at Eugene O’Neill Theatre. The theatre is located at 230 West 49th Street (between Broadway and 8th Avenue), New York, 10019.
How long is The Book of Mormon?
The running time of The Book of Mormon is 2hr 30min. Incl. 15min intermission.
What's the age requirement for The Book of Mormon?
The recommended age for The Book of Mormon is Ages 13+. Parental advisory: this show contains explicit language. Children under 5 are not allowed in the theatre..
How do you book tickets for The Book of Mormon?
Book tickets for The Book of Mormon on New York Theatre Guide.
Who wrote The Book of Mormon?
The Book of Mormon features a book, music, and lyrics by Trey Parker, Matt Stone, and Robert Lopez. The trio won Best Original Score and Best Book of a Musical Tony Awards for their work. Parker and Stone are the creators of South Park, and Lopez is known for co-writing Avenue Q and the songs for Frozen.
What songs are in The Book of Mormon?
The Book of Mormon features 20 songs, including "I Believe," "Two By Two," "Spooky Mormon Hell Dream," "Baptize Me," and "Hello!" Learn more about all the songs in The Book of Mormon.
Is The Book of Mormon appropriate for kids?
The Book of Mormon is not recommended for young children. The show contains mature themes, including references to sex and violence, and strong language. Please note that children 4 and younger are not permitted in Broadway theatres.
Who directed and choreographed The Book of Mormon?
The Book of Mormon is directed by Trey Parker and Casey Nicholaw and choreographed by Nicholaw. The co-directors won a Tony Award for their work, and Nicholaw received a choreography nomination.
When did The Book of Mormon open on Broadway?
The Book of Mormon opened in February 2011. The musical is the longest-running show to ever play the Eugene O'Neill Theatre on Broadway and the 13th-longest-running Broadway show of all time.
Is The Book of Mormon good?
The Book of Mormon won nine Tony Awards, including Best Musical, and is among the best-reviewed shows on New York Theatre Guide. Our five-star review reads, "This production bowls you over. You don't have a chance to not like it because it, like the Mormons it depicts, is positive that something good will happen if you just hang around for a while."
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