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As 'The Book of Mormon' on Broadway Celebrates Its 15th Anniversary, Meet the Last Original Actor
John Eric Parker has performed in The Book of Mormon since its 2011 Broadway opening and remains the sole original cast member in 2026, marking 15 years with the production.
- John Eric Parker marks 15 years as the sole original cast member of The Book of Mormon, a rarity in professional Broadway where performers typically move on within a year.
- In 2011, Parker joined the ensemble after performing in the Tony Award-winning musical Memphis, which debuted in 2009 as his first project among two simultaneous offers.
- During performances, Parker has spotted Steve Martin, Robin Williams, and Whoopi Goldberg in audiences, while maintaining a steady presence in his dressing room, which he affectionately calls "my Midtown office."
- Producer Anne Garefino calls the 78-year-old performer "a rock," appreciating that Parker mentors new cast members who seek his guidance without imposing his perspective.
- Parker says he feels "still very much viable" in the industry, explaining that staying with the production allows him to stretch creatively without the constant pressure to hustle for new work.
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As 'The Book of Mormon' on Broadway celebrates its 15th anniversary, meet the last original actor
John Eric Parker still performs in “The Book of Mormon” — the only original Broadway cast member still there after 15 years.
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