The Book of Mormon reopens on Broadway at the Eugene O'Neill Theatre on May 27 following fire repairs.
A three-alarm electrical fire broke out in the follow spot booth of the Eugene O'Neill Theatre on May 4, 2026. The incident forced the long-running Tony Award winner to cancel all performances and close temporarily while crews assessed the damage.
Producers had initially planned to resume the show on May 21. Extended repair work pushed the date back, resulting in additional cancellations through May 26.
ATG Entertainment, owner of the Eugene O'Neill Theatre, and the show's producers confirmed the new opening date. The theater box office has reopened and tickets are available through January 2027.
A joint statement from ATG Entertainment and the show's producers noted that both parties were encouraged by the speed of initial work in the theatre, though recovery took longer than expected this past weekend. "ATG Entertainment and The Book of Mormon are working diligently to ensure that the theatre will be safe and comfortable for the cast and company, the building’s staff, and audiences," the statement said.
The musical has been a consistent tenant at the Eugene O'Neill since its 2011 premiere. Its return allows audiences to see the production again after the brief interruption caused by the fire. Repairs focused on the affected areas of the theater while maintaining safety standards for performers, staff, and patrons. The production team coordinated closely with city officials to meet all required inspections before reopening.
Ticket holders affected by the cancellations received notifications about rescheduled dates or refunds through standard channels. The box office continues to handle inquiries for future performances. Audiences can look forward to the same energetic performances that have kept the show popular for years. The cast remains eager to resume entertaining crowds with their distinctive storytelling approach.
The incident highlights ongoing challenges for Broadway theaters in maintaining aging infrastructure while hosting long-running shows. The swift response from ATG Entertainment and producers allowed the production to minimize the overall disruption.
