The New York Times calls it “the best musical of this century.” The Washington Post says, “It is the kind of evening that restores your faith in musicals.” And Entertainment Weekly says, “Grade A: the funniest musical of all time.” Jimmy Fallon of The Tonight Show calls it “Genius. Brilliant. Phenomenal.” It’s The Book Of Mormon, the nine-time Tony Award® winning Best Musical. This outrageous musical comedy follows the adventures of a mismatched pair of missionaries, sent halfway across the world to spread the Good Word. With standing room only productions in London, on Broadway, and across North America, The Book Of Mormon has truly become an international sensation. Contains explicit language.
| Year | Category | |
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| 2011 | Best Musical | Winner |
Wharton Center for Performing Arts is at 750 E Shaw Ln, East Lansing, MI.
Chicago (4/8/25-4/13/25)
Life of Pi (3/11/25-3/16/25)
MJ (2/11/25-2/16/25)
Shucked (1/21/25-1/26/25)
Les Miserables (10/8/24-10/13/24)
Jesus Christ Superstar (6/13/23-6/18/23)
Wicked (5/10/23-5/28/23)
National Geographic Live: View From Above with NASA Astronaut Terry Virts (4/30/23-4/30/23)
Cross That River: Sensory-Friendly Performance (4/29/23-4/29/23)
Cross That River (4/28/23-4/28/23)
Wharton Center inspires the mind and moves the soul. Whether you sit in one of our seats, support one of our programs or aspire to stand on one of our stages, our purpose is to make life more meaningful through experiencing the performing arts. We engage our community through dynamic programming, education and outreach. And we strive for a world where stories shine a light on our common dreams, our struggles and our shared sense of humanity to infuse our lives with connection and meaning.
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University of Michigan Dance Company 2026
Power Center for the Performing Arts (2/5 - 2/8) | |
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Marat/Sade
Power Center for the Performing Arts (2/19 - 2/22) | |
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Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812
Power Center for the Performing Arts (4/16 - 4/19) | |
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Young Choreographers Forum
Varner Studio Theatre (4/16 - 4/19) | |
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Disney's The Lion King
DeVos Performance Hall (4/8 - 4/26) | ||
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Broke-ology
Tipping Point Theatre (2/11 - 3/8) | |
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Poor Clare
Detroit Mercy Black Box Theatre (2/13 - 2/22) | |
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BEETLEJUICE
Miller Auditorium (5/8 - 5/10) | |
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Jimmy Buffett's Escape to Margaritaville
Cornwell’s Dinner Theatre (7/9 - 8/22) | |
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Dreamgirls (The Movie)
Flagstar Strand Theatre for the Performing Arts (2/13 - 2/13) | |
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