Oh, Mary!
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Oh, Mary! Summary
- Show Status: Currently playing at the Lyceum Theatre
- Genre: Play
- Oh, Mary! is 80 minutes long, and does not have an intermission.
- 8 Shows per week
- Popularity Index: 18
- Previews Began: June 26, 2024
- Show Opened : July 11, 2024
- Show Closes: June 28, 2025
A campy comedic play that examines a fictitious life of Mary Todd Lincoln who is miserable in the weeks leading up to Abraham Lincoln’s assassination and suffers from unrequited yearning, alcoholism and suppressed sexual desires.
What's Oh, Mary! Like?
Oh, Mary! is a dark comedy that delves into the life of Mary Todd Lincoln, the wife of President Abraham Lincoln. Set in the weeks leading up to Lincoln’s assassination, the play explores themes of unrequited yearning, alcoholism, and suppressed desires.
Totally Fictional Account, But Still Very Funny
The central character, portrayed by Cole Escola, embodies Mrs. Lincoln’s forgotten dreams. The play provides a fresh, but fictitious, perspective on the historical figure, shedding light on her inner conflicts and the impact of her husband’s tragic fate on American history
Is Oh, Mary! Good for Kids?
This show is not for children. The play delves into adult themes, including unrequited yearning, alcoholism, and suppressed sexual desires. Its a raucous comedy full of over-the-top tropes and some simulated sex scenes.
Oh, Mary! Box Office Data
Ticket Sales for the Week Ending 01/26/25
| This Week's Gross | $926,002.00 |
| Last Week's Gross | $1,253,871.00 |
| Gross Difference $ | -$327,869.00 |
| Gross Difference % | -30.08% |
| Average Ticket Price | $131.87 |
| Seats Sold | 7,022 |
| Total Seating Capacity | 7,160 |
| Top Ticket Price | $331.00 |
| No. of Performances | 8 |
| Capacity This Week | 98.07% |
Oh, Mary! on Broadway Background
Transfer From Off-Broadway
Oh, Mary! is a new comedy created by downtown cabaret favorite Cole Escola.
The show ran Off-Broadway from Jan. 26 until May 12, 2024 at Off-Broadway’s Lucille Lortel Theatre before transferring to the Lyceum Theatre pn Broadway for an initial limited run of 16 weeks, which was later extended.
Mary Gilpin Takes Over Lead Role
Betty Gilpin, acclaimed for her roles in GLOW and Mrs. Davis, made Broadway debut by replacing Cole Escola in the comedic play "Oh, Mary!"
Escola, who both wrote and starred in the production since its Off-Broadway premiere in February 2024, departed the show January 19th, 2025, after a successful run. Gilpin's tenure as Mary Todd Lincoln will span from January 21 to March 16, 2025. No announcement has been made to who will take a over the lead role after that date.
The Show Continues With Other Stars At The Helm
Tickets for the show are available through June 28, 2025, but no closing date has been announced indicating potential future casting announcements, There is talk of this show potentially becoming Broadway's version of the West End's Mousetrap, which became London's longest-running play, since 1952.
Theatre Information
Lyceum Theatre
149 West 45th Street
New York, NY 10019
New York, NY 10019
Seats:
943
Entrance:
45th Street between 6th and 7th avenue
Theatre
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Oh, Mary! Marquee
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Cast Members
- Mary Todd Lincoln
- Mary Gilpin
- Abraham Lincoln
- Phillip James Brannon
- Mary’s teacher
- Chris Renfro
- Mary’s chaperone
- Bianca Leigh
- Abraham Lincoln's Assistant
- Tony Macht
Past Cast Members
- Mary Todd Lincoln
- Cole Escola
- Abraham Lincoln
- Conrad Ricamor
- Abraham Lincoln
- Chris Renfro
- Mary’s teacher
- James Scully
- Mary’s teacher
- Phillip James Brannon
Producers
Kevin McCollum
Lucas McMahon
Mike Lavoie
Carlee Briglia
Production Credits
- Director
- Sam Pinkleton
Creative Team
- Playwright
- Cole Escola