We went to see the stage show of The Book of Mormon at the Princess of Wales Theatre in Toronto. I haven’t laughed so much for ages. It was hilarious. It’s also making some serious points about religion.

In the interval, I was amused to overhear someone saying “There’s a lot of swearing in it.” Well duh, it was written by the creators of South Park. Of course there’s swearing in it.

The set design, choreography, lighting, acting, and music were all outstanding. I especially loved the sparkly lighting when Elder Price was on the stage.

The libretto also explains how Mormonism developed and what their founding myth is. It’s even freakier and less plausible than you thought.

I will try not to reveal too much of the plot — but from here on out there will be spoilers.

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