The Book Of Mormon

The Book Of Mormon at Clowes Memorial Hall

Two wildly mismatched missionaries set out certain they have the answers. The world has other ideas. The Book of Mormon promises a very specific kind of laughter: sharp, satirical and a little dangerous. On May 14, 2027, at 7:00 PM, this musical comedy takes the stage at Clowes Memorial Hall in Indianapolis, and it's built for people who want a night out that feels nothing like their usual routine.

The story follows missionaries who run into circumstances far from anything they expected. That setup is the engine of the comedy, and it comes from a team with a distinctive voice: Trey Parker, Robert Lopez and Matt Stone wrote the book, music and lyrics. They're the writers connected to South Park and Avenue Q. Their characters don't come along, but that sensibility is part of the appeal. And the show carries serious proof of its pull, with nine Tony Awards, including Best Musical. That's a rare badge for any show, and a good reason to see it live.

Plan your evening around it. The running time is approximately two hours thirty minutes, with one intermission, so you get a full theatrical night without a rushed feel. Be warned, though: the presenter notes strong language, so this one is for grown-up laughs. You'll leave with something to quote on the drive home. Make it a shared memory in Indianapolis, and grab your seats for The Book of Mormon at Clowes Memorial Hall.