The Book of Mormon - Chicago company

Interesting that those sites are using promo images with Andrew Rannells' face on them. Given that he's on "The New Normal" and is a bit more recognizable now, don't they think that might cause slight confusion?

All the promo artwork I've seen so far just shows the Elder from the mouth or neck down. I like that much better.

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Here's the direct link to Around Town Chicago's review. They use the Chicago cast photos (and just one with Rannells): http://www.aroundthetownchicago.com/theatre-reviews/the-book-of-mormon/

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Updated On: 12/20/12 at 11:55 AM

Hahaha, Albert Cunningham!

Additional reviews of opening night:

Time Out Chicago

http://timeoutchicago.com/arts-culture/theater/15956616/the-book-of-mormon-at-bank-of-america-theatre-theater-review

Chicago Critic

http://chicagocritic.com/the-book-of-mormon/

Updated On: 12/20/12 at 11:06 PM

A little birdie has me informed that the production could very well be 9 months (so basically what you've stated). All I know for absolute certain is that the cast is well aware that the June date is tentative, but they are unable to speak aloud about how long they'll actually be there (though that doesn't mean that those who know them are keeping the same secrets).

What happened with Billy Elliot?

Book of Mormon Chicago company announces new extension.

Tickets now on sale through September 8, 2013 beginning January 1, 2013

yep, as expected. I would imagine it'll sell very well throughout the summer, thus likely extending through the end of the year.

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I concur. Ben Platt provides a completely new take on Cunningham, and dare I say tops even Gad in the role.

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Yes.

http://www.imdb.com/name/nm4805317/

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Ben's attitude negates any cuteness he may have.....

Got tickets in the lottery last night. I'd say about 2/3 of the people who entered the lottery got tickets, so apparently, it's easier to get on weeknights. Saw the original cast on Broadway opening weekend and the Chicago production is every bit as good.

Platt's take on Elder Cunningham was wildly different than Gad, but quite good. Rather than an obnoxious buffoon, he comes off more as naive and "touched", making the character a bit more sympathetic. And his singing voice is fantastic. I was also extremely impressed with Syesha Mercado who definitely had the charisma and charm to match her pipes. Vocally, the entire cast is flawless. And while I admit the show loses some of its power of surprise in a second viewing, halfway through Two By Two, I was instantly reminded out how fun and joyful the show was when I originally saw it and why it was a slam-dunk for Best Musical.

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Updated On: 1/18/13 at 02:18 PM