'The Book of Mormon' to temporarily close on Broadway following fire
An electrical fire broke out at the Eugene O'Neill Theatre on Monday morning, forcing performances to be put on hold while repairs are completed.
Summary
- The Book of Mormon will temporarily halt Broadway performances due to a fire at its venue
- The Eugene O'Neill Theatre suffered damage to its electrical rooms and is forced to close for repairs
The Book of Mormon on Broadway will temporarily close due to a three-alarm fire at its venue, the Eugene O'Neill Theatre, that broke out on Monday morning, May 4.
The New York Times first reported on the show's temporary closure. David Simms, an assistant chief at the New York Fire Department, was quoted as saying, “The building is going to be out of service, pending repairs. There’s been substantial damage on the fourth floor, in the electrical room, which contains lighting equipment and hanging chandeliers.”
The fire broke out in an electrical room on the O'Neill's fourth and fifth floors, and between the fifth floor and the roof. It was declared under control by 12:17 p.m., per the Times report. The cause is under investigation.
The Book of Mormon does not perform on Mondays, but performances beginning Tuesday, May 5, will be affected. New York Theatre Guide will report on further updates, including a projected reopening date for The Book of Mormon, when announced.
The Book of Mormon has run at the O'Neill since 2011, when it won nine Tony Awards including Best Musical. The show is currently celebrating its 15th-anniversary year, with a "Mystery Week", featuring guest appearances from original cast members, slated for the week of June 9-14.
In a joint statement given to the Times, The Book of Mormon and theatre owner Ambassador Theater Group said they would “take time to assess the extent of the damage, and any news of disruption to performances will be announced as soon as possible.”
Frequently asked questions
What is The Book of Mormon about?
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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 recommendation 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.
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.
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