The Book of Mormon Claims Ninth Place Among Broadway's Longest-Running Shows
With its 5,759th performance, The Book of Mormon will pass Mamma Mia! to become Broadway's ninth longest-running production. The nine-time Tony winner is in its 15th year and holds the record at the Eugene O'Neill Theatre. Original cast members Nikki M. James and Rory O'Malley will return for a 12-week limited engagement starting October 27, 2026.
The Book of Mormon will mark its 5,759th Broadway performance, moving ahead of Mamma Mia! to rank ninth among the longest-running productions in Broadway history. The musical has earned nine Tony Awards and is now in its 15th year.
Its run is associated with the Eugene O'Neill Theatre, where it holds that venue's record. Original cast members Nikki M. James and Rory O'Malley are set to return for a 12-week engagement beginning October 27, 2026.
This milestone may reinforce Broadway's appetite for long-running crowd-pleasers and could draw renewed attention from theatergoers, tourists, and industry observers. The return of original cast members may appeal to fans and boost ticket demand during the limited engagement. It could also highlight how a single production can shape a theater's identity and contribute to the surrounding commercial ecosystem.