“CATS The Jellicle Ball was one of the greatest theatrical experiences I’ve ever seen. It had a massive impact on me and made me a fan of CATS.” This episode features PJ Adzima who is known for his role as Elder McKinley in The Book of Mormon Musical and recent rise of his production company Stage Time.
Video: Andrew Rannells Performs 'I Believe' During THE BOOK OF MORMON's Magical Mormon Mystery Week
"Magical Mormon Mystery Week" featured appearances by original cast members Tony Award nominees Josh Gad, Andrew Rannells Nikki M. James, and Rory O'Malley.
By: A.A. Cristi
Andrew Rannells is back where it all began. During The Book of Mormon's record-breaking "Magical Mormon Mystery Week," the original Broadway star returned to the Eugene O'Neill Theatre to reprise one of the musical's most beloved numbers, "I Believe." Watch video of his performance below.
The special anniversary celebration helped The Book of Mormon break the all-time box office record at the Eugene O'Neill Theatre, grossing $2,238,369.45 for eight performances during the week ending June 14, 2026. The figure surpassed the show's previous house record of $2,224,280, set during a nine-performance week in 2015.
Presented in honor of the musical's 15th anniversary on Broadway, "Magical Mormon Mystery Week" featured appearances by original cast members Tony Award nominees Josh Gad, Andrew Rannells and Rory O'Malley, along with Tony Award winner Nikki M. James. The celebration also included surprise appearances from co-creators Trey Parker, Matt Stone and Robert Lopez, as well as additional members of the original Broadway company, making each performance a unique event for audiences.
Featuring a book, music and lyrics by Trey Parker, Robert Lopez and Matt Stone, The Book of Mormon is directed by Casey Nicholaw and Parker, with choreography by Nicholaw.
Since opening on Broadway in March 2011, The Book of Mormon has become one of the most successful musicals in Broadway history. The production has broken the Eugene O'Neill Theatre box office record more than 50 times and has earned nine Tony Awards, including Best Musical, as well as the Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album.
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#114 - PJ Adzima - Living his NYC Dream and will sleep later
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PJ Adzima is a New York based actor and comedian currently playing Elder McKinley in The Book of Mormon on Broadway. He is the creator and host of STAGE TIME with PJ Adzima, the hit downtown variety show that unites the best of New York City nightlife.
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U Guys, the Judy to my Babs, Thomas Doelger is here! This week's BroadwayWorld has your Bway updates, including a tribute to the late, great, William Finn. Then I am joined by one of my favorite people, current understudy for Elder Price in The Book of Mormon on Broadway, Thomas Doelger!
Ep 454- Diego Enrico Makes His National Tour Debut In "Book Of Mormon!"
We have the future of musical theater with us today! Let's see who has next! DIEGO ENRICO (Elder Cunningham) is elated to be making his professional debut in his dream role alongside this incredible team. He's a graduate of Molloy Universities CAP21 Theatre Arts Conservatory.
U Guys, current Elder Cunningham standby in Broadway's The Book of Mormon, Noah Marlowe is here! Noah started his professional career at age 10, playing the role of Michael Banks in the Broadway production of Disney's Mary Poppins.
Ep 411- Book Of Mormon's PJ ADZIMA'S Stage Time Brings The Magic Of Modern Vaudeville To NYC!
HOW FUN DOES THIS SOUND? STAGE TIME, the groundbreaking nightlife production company founded by Broadway actor PJ Adzima (Book of Morman), unites the best of Broadway, Drag, Standup, Burlesque Circus, and more of New York City’s finest artists to deliver a modern-day Vaudeville experience.
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Ep357 - Gavin Creel (from the vault)
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