Melbourne’s most heavenly (and hilariously irreverent) musical is about to descend upon Spring Street as The Book of Mormon – Musical prepares to open at the glorious Princess Theatre on Thursday, 12 February 2026, and yes, the Mormons have definitely brought the lighting, the laughter, and a touch of theatrical mischief.
The media call earlier today was a flurry of cameras, choreography, and cheek as cast and crew served up a sneak peek of what’s to come. At the centre of the action was Australia’s own photographic royalty, the ever-dapper Lord Murray Schoorman from Peak Hour Images, entrusted with the holy mission of capturing the best photographs for various local news outlets. Heaven help those stage lights that dared to blink out of sync on his watch.
Also on deck was Bill Foster, the seasoned Channel 7 Sunrise cameraman, rumoured to have had his lens blessed for good measure, along with the ever-dependable Jason South, photographer from The Age, and a lively cohort of online bloggers eagerly attempting their own divine shot at social media fame.
Running the heavenly PR cloud was the always composed and radiant Jessica Bendell Publicity, ensuring every flashbulb moment went off without a hitch.The Princess Theatre, which first opened its doors in 1886, has seen everything from ghostly sightings of the legendary baritone Federici to the bright lights of musical blockbusters like Les Misérables, The Phantom of the Opera, and Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. With its striking façade and golden interior dripping in Victorian grandeur, it remains Melbourne’s crown jewel of live performance, suitably grand enough to welcome Elder Price and company.
Leading the faithful (or faithless, depending on your sense of humour) is Sean Johnston as the perfectly polished Elder Price, whose dreams of heroism are matched only by his pearly-white smile. At his side is the delightfully chaotic Nick Cox as Elder Cunningham, whose knack for accidental blasphemy keeps audiences in hysterics. Paris Leveque shines as Nabulungi, the radiant and hopeful heart of the Ugandan village, while the show’s most flamboyant blessing comes courtesy of Tom Struik, the impossibly good-looking Elder McKinley, whose beautiful blue eyes could easily convert even the harshest critic.
Behind them stands an ensemble of 24 powerhouse performers, each bursting with the energy, wit, and choreography that makes The Book of Mormon such a phenomenon. Together, it’s understood they deliver the gospel according to Broadway, wrapped in biting satire, jaw-dropping vocals, and outrageously polished dance numbers.
The all-singing, all-dancing satire from South Park creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone promises equal parts shock and delight when the curtain rises at 7pm this Thursday. As the cast took their final bows at today’s preview, Lord Murray’s camera captured what can only be described as divine comedic perfection, proof that Melbourne’s theatre scene is, once again, blessed.
So polish your name badge, press your best white shirt, and brace yourself, Melbourne, the Elders have arrived, and they’re ready to convert the city, one laugh at a time.
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