Broadway's Beloved "The Book of Mormon" Takes a Temporary Hiatus Due to Theater Fire. A devastating fire broke out on Monday at the Eugene O'Neill Theatre, home to the hit musical "The Book of Mormon," forcing the show to close its doors at least temporarily. The historic venue, which has hosted numerous iconic productions over the years, is now undergoing repairs to assess and mitigate any damage caused by the blaze. As fans of the irreverent comedy eagerly await news on the show's return, speculation is rife about the potential impact on the production's schedule, leaving audiences wondering when they will be able to once again experience the hilarious and irreverent world of Elder Price and his companions.


A fire broke out Monday in the Broadway theater that hosts “The Book of Mormon,” forcing the long-running musical to close, at least temporarily, as the historic venue undergoes repairs.