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About Oh, Mary!
Emmy nominee Bowen Yang (Saturday Night Live, Las Culturistas) makes his Broadway debut as Mary through January 17 only! The critically acclaimed play from Tony Award-winning comedian, writer, and actor Cole Escola (Search Party) sheds light on the lesser-known story of Mary Todd Lincoln as never before. Get Oh, Mary! tickets on New York Theatre Guide now.
What is Oh, Mary! about?
Oh, Mary! explores the inner conflicts of Mary Todd Lincoln in the days preceding her husband’s tragic assassination, an event that changed American history forever. Promising a distinctive exploration of historical intrigue and personal turmoil, the Oh, Mary! play offers insight into one of history’s most enigmatic figures through a funny, surreal lens. Tony Award nominee Sam Pinkleton directs.
Who is Cole Escola?
Cole Escola — who wrote and won a Tony Award for originally playing the title role of Oh, Mary!, is an actor, writer, and comedian who found their path in New York City’s comedy circuit. In 2008, Escola met comedian Jeffery Self, who shared Escola’s love for theatre and '90s sitcoms, motivating the pair to create a series of YouTube videos as the "Very Good Looking (VGL) Gay Boys." Following the videos’ cult success, Escola and Self launched their own TV show on Logo named Jeffery & Cole Casserole, which ran for two seasons. Escola subsequently appeared in shows like Difficult People, Search Party, At Home with Amy Sedaris, Big Mouth, and more.
Apart from acting, Escola wrote for comedy TV programs like Ziwe, The Other Two, and Difficult People. In 2021, they released a YouTube version of their live special "Help! I'm Stuck With Cole Escola," and in 2023, they presented a YouTube homage to '70s Westerns titled "Our Home Out West," which earned Escola a place in Vanity Fair’s 25 Best Performances of 2023 list.
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Run time
1hr 20min.
Venue
Categories
Plays, Award winners, Transfer, History, Must-See, Stars on Stage, Broadway, Comedy
Age
Ages 14+. Children under 4 are not permitted in the theater.
Start date
May 13th, 2024
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“Unhinged historical comedy that delivers nonstop laughs”
Wildly Original Comedy Rewriting History
Oh, Mary! delivers an absurdist, campy reimagining of Mary Todd Lincoln that has audiences laughing until their faces hurt. The razor-sharp writing by Cole Escola keeps the comedy relentless, with rot...
What It Feels Like
- Hysterically chaotic
- Gleefully absurd
- Unapologetically campy
You’ll Love This If…
- You enjoy irreverent, raunchy humor and historical satire
- You appreciate bold queer comedy and camp
- You want 80 minutes of pure comedic chaos
Not for everyone-not as funny as hyped
It was incredibly fun and funny. It is a creative show by very talented people. The theater is historic and has its quirks but it doesn't take away from the experience too much.
Unexpected and wild, true art form from Bowen!
Our Review
'Oh, Mary!' review — Cole Escola's hit comedy gets a bigger stage and bigger laughs
Oh, Mary! cast and creative team
By: Cole Escola
Director: Sam Pinkleton
Cast list: Bowen Yang (as Mary Todd Lincoln), Phillip James Brannon (Mary’s Husband), Barrett Foa (as Mary's Teacher), Bianca Leigh (as Mary’s Chaperone), Tony Macht (as Mary’s Husband’s Assistant)
Design: dots
Costumes: Holly Pierson
Lighting: Cha See
Sound: Daniel Kluger and Drew Levy
Other info: Original music by Daniel Kluger, wig design by Leah Loukas, props supervision by Addison Heeren, arrangements by David Dabbon
Venue
Accessibility
Wheelchair seating in step-free Orchestra only; no elevators or escalators; accessible restroom; assisted listening and loop technology available.
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Audio Described / Captioned Performances
The theatre offers automated closed captioning and audio description via I-Caption or on your personal mobile device with the GalaPro App.
Show schedule
| Day of week | Matinee | Evening |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | - | - |
| Tuesday | - | 7:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 3:00 PM | 7:30 PM |
| Thursday | - | 7:30 PM |
| Friday | - | 7:30 PM |
| Saturday | - | 5:00 PM, 8:30 PM |
| Sunday | - | 6:30 PM |
Frequently asked questions
What is Oh, Mary! about?
This dark comedy shines a spotlight on Mary Todd Lincoln and the challenges she faced in her time as First Lady — but with plenty of irreverent, silly twists. This intimate portrayal of Mary's internal struggles takes on a new character through queer comic playwright Cole Escola's unconventional perspective. Now nominated for five Tony Awards.
How long is Oh, Mary!?
The running time of Oh, Mary! is 1hr 20min.
Where is Oh, Mary! playing?
Oh, Mary! is playing at Lyceum Theatre . The theatre is located at 149 West 45th Street (between Broadway and 6th Avenue), New York, 10036.
How much do tickets cost for Oh, Mary!?
Tickets for Oh, Mary! start at $84.
What's the age recommendation for Oh, Mary!?
The recommended age for Oh, Mary! is Ages 14+. Children under 4 are not permitted in the theater..
How do you book tickets for Oh, Mary!?
Book tickets for Oh, Mary! on New York Theatre Guide.
Is Oh, Mary! on Broadway or Off-Broadway?
Oh, Mary! is playing Broadway.
Is Oh, Mary! accessible?
Wheelchair seating in step-free Orchestra only; no elevators or escalators; accessible restroom; assisted listening and loop technology available.
What do audience members think of Oh, Mary!?
Oh, Mary! has received a Show-Score of 91/100 — Must See!, based on 4826 audience reviews. Read audience reviews.
Who is in the cast of Oh, Mary!?
The cast of Oh, Mary! includes Bowen Yang (as Mary Todd Lincoln), Phillip James Brannon (Mary’s Husband), Barrett Foa (as Mary's Teacher), Bianca Leigh (as Mary’s Chaperone), Tony Macht (as Mary’s Husband’s Assistant).
Who directed Oh, Mary!?
Oh, Mary! is directed by Sam Pinkleton.
Who wrote Oh, Mary!?
Oh, Mary! was written by Cole Escola.
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