Betty Gilpin to star in 'Oh, Mary!' on Broadway; new tickets available
The Emmy Award nominee will take over for playwright and original star Cole Escola in their critically acclaimed historical comedy play at the Lyceum Theatre.
UPDATE: In addition to Betty Gilpin as Mary, new casting for Oh, Mary! on Broadway includes Phillip James Brannon as Mary's Husband and Chris Renfro as Mary's Teacher, respectively replacing Cole Escola, Conrad Ricamora, and James Scully. All three will begin performances January 21.
It's getting another term! Oh, Mary! has announced new casting and extended on Broadway for a third time, with tickets now available through June 28, 2025. Get Oh, Mary! tickets on New York Theatre Guide.
Oh, Mary! dives into the life of Mary Todd Lincoln in the weeks before Abraham Lincoln's assassination. In playwright Cole Escola's comedic version of events, she's consumed by desire, booze, and an unquenchable desire to be a cabaret star.
"Oh, Mary! lands on Broadway with a triumphant flourish," New York Theatre Guide's critic raved. "The entire ensemble elevates very silly jokes into a work of art that keeps you riveted from start to finish."
Currently, Escola stars as Mary Todd Lincoln. From January 21 to March 16, three-time Emmy Award nominee Betty Gilpin (Netflix's Glow) will make her Broadway debut in the role.
“I have worshiped at the altar of Cole for years, but seeing their billion layered brilliance in Oh, Mary! was a new plane of demented genius I didn’t know was scientifically possible,” Gilpin said in a statement. “I am beyond honored to step in so that Cole can get back to tending their neglected passions: fracking and skincare. Diving in with the perfect [director] Sam Pinkleton to play Mary will be one of the single greatest joys of my life, and I will say that to my two daughters’ faces.”
Continuing cast members, all of whom have been with the show since its Off-Broadway premiere in January, include Conrad Ricamora as Mary's Husband, James Scully as Mary's Teacher, Bianca Leigh as Mary’s Chaperone, and Tony Macht as Mary’s Husband’s Assistant.
The show's planned two-month Off-Broadway run was extended due to critical and audience acclaim. Similarly, Oh, Mary! on Broadway was initially scheduled to end its limited run at the Lyceum Theatre on September 15. Its previous extensions were through November 10 and then January 19.
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Photo credit: Betty Gilpin. (Photo by Emily Soto)
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. With no interval.
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.
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