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New casting set for 'Oh, Mary!' on Broadway

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Two returning cast members will play a limited run starting in September, and two new actors will join Jane Krakowski in the show from October.

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Bobby Cannavale, James Corden, and Neil Patrick Harris star in Yasmina Reza's play as three friends whose debate over the value of an expensive artwork gets heated.

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Following the release of Part 1 of the movie musical adaptation in 2024, Part 2 will be released in theatres across the United States on November 21.

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Plan a two-show day with these Broadway double features

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New musical ‘Let the Good Times Roll’ plans Broadway run

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Celebrating the music and spirit of New Orleans, the show plans to open in NYC during the 2026-27 theatre season.

Bob the Drag Queen to make Broadway debut in 'Moulin Rouge! The Musical'

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The drag star, actor, author, and comedian recently seen on *The Traitors* will join the Tony Award-winning show for a two-month limited engagement in 2026.

Four new cast members have been named for [*Oh, Mary!*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/37743-oh-mary) on Broadway, joining the company at the [Lyceum Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/venues/lyceum-theatre-ny) later this fall.

Original cast member [James Scully](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/stars-on-stage/james-scully) and former cast member [Phillip James Brannon](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/stars-on-stage/phillip-james-brannon) will return to the roles of Mary’s Teacher and Mary’s Husband, respectively, from September 30 to October 12. They will star opposite the previously announced Hannah Solow as Mary.

Beginning October 14, [Cheyenne Jackson](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/stars-on-stage/cheyenne-jackson) and Tony Award nominee [John-Andrew Morrison](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/stars-on-stage/john-andrew-morrison) will play Mary’s Teacher and Mary’s Husband, respectively. They will star opposite the previously announced Emmy Award nominee and Tony winner [Jane Krakowski](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/stars-on-stage/jane-krakowski) as Mary.

Current cast members [Jinkx Monsoon](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/stars-on-stage/jinkx-monsoon) (Mary), [Kumail Nanjiani](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/stars-on-stage/kumail-nanjiani) (Mary's Husband), and [Michael Urie](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/stars-on-stage/michael-urie) (Mary's Teacher) depart *Oh, Mary!* on September 28. [Jenn Harris](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/stars-on-stage/jenn-harris) (Mary's Chaperone) and original cast member [Tony [Macht]](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/stars-on-stage/tony-macht) (Mary's Husband's Assistant) round out the current cast.

*Oh, Mary!* centers on a repressed, alcoholic version of former first lady Mary Todd Lincoln who dreams of an escape from her loveless marriage by pursuing a career in cabaret. Written and directed, respectively, by Tony Award winners Cole Escola and Sam Pinkleton, the comedy play premiered off Broadway in 2024, transferring to Broadway later that year. In 2025, the show earned five Tony nominations and was named a Pulitzer Prize for Drama finalist.

Get [*Oh, Mary!* tickets](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/37743-oh-mary) now.

*Photo credit: Cheyenne Jackson and John-Andrew Morrison. (Jackson photo by Vince Trupsin; Morrison photo by Blue Photography)*

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Cole Escola moved to New York for college and, after dropping out, found their way into the city’s comedy scene. In 2008, Escola met comedian Jeffery Self, who shared their passions for theatre and ‘90s sitcoms, inspiring them to create a YouTube series as the "Very Good Looking (VGL) Gay Boys." Following the cult success of their videos, they received their own TV show on Logo, *Jeffery & Cole Casserole*, which ran for two seasons. Escola later had roles on *Difficult People*, *Search Party*, *Big Mouth*, *At Home with Amy Sedaris* (which earned them a Writers Guild Award), and more before writing and leading the original cast of *Oh, Mary!*

Beyond acting, Escola wrote for comedy TV shows like *Ziwe*, *The Other Two*, and *Difficult People*. In 2021, they released a YouTube rendition of their live special "Help! I'm Stuck With Cole Escola" and, in 2023, they released an homage to '70s westerns on YouTube called "Our Home Out West." Vanity Fair added Escola’s performance to its 25 Best Performances of 2023 list.

## What to watch for

- While *Oh, Mary!* marks Escola’s Broadway debut, they’re no stranger to performing in New York. The Public Theater’s Joe’s Pub was a stop on the tour of their live solo show *Help! I'm Stuck.* 
- Numerous Hollywood actresses have played Mary Todd Lincoln in film and television adaptations of President Abraham Lincoln’s life. They include Mary Tyler Moore, Sally Field, Donna Murphy, and Mary Elizabeth Winstead. 
- Director Sam Pinkleton is best known as a Broadway choreographer for hit musicals like *Amelie* and *Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812*, for which he earned a Tony Award nomination.
- *Oh, Mary!* features original music by Daniel Kluger, a Tony-nominated composer, orchestrator, and sound designer known for his work on shows like *The Sound Inside*, *Significant Other*, and the 2019 revival of *Oklahoma!*

## Important information

- Children under 4 are not permitted in the theatre.
- This production uses a gunshot sound effect. This production uses theatrical haze and smoke.
- No weapons permitted on the premises. No outside food or beverages, electric scooters, e-bikes, or battery-powered transportation devices, except when medically necessary.
- All items are subject to inspection. Anything brought into the theatre must fit on your lap or completely under your seat without blocking any aisles. Avoid bringing packages, luggage, and backpacks. Some items must be checked.
- The use of cameras, cell phones, and other recording devices during the show is strictly prohibited by law, except when used for accessibility services.

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See this historical dark comedy, now nominated for five Tony Awards, about the untold struggles of Mary Todd Lincoln before she lost Abe. Get a glimpse into Mary's hidden desires and personal struggles, filtered through queer comic playwright Cole Escola's wacky mind.

See Jinkx Monsoon, Kumail Nanjiani, and Michael Urie in *Oh, Mary!* from August 4 to September 28! Hannah Solow will play the role of Mary Todd Lincoln from September 30 through October 12, and Jane Krakowski will step in the role from October 14 through December 7. 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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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.

Jinkx Monsoon stars as Mary Todd Lincoln in [*Oh, Mary!*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/37743-oh-mary) on Broadway at the [Lyceum Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/venues/lyceum-theatre-ny) from August 4 to September 28, 2025.

Monsoon is best known for winning season 5 of *RuPaul’s Drag Race* and season 7 of *RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars*, earning her the title "Queen of All Queens." She is also a seasoned live performer in New York with cabaret and Off-Broadway productions including *The Ginger Snapped*, *The Vaudevillians*, and numerous holiday shows with fellow drag queen BenDeLaCreme.

Monsoon made her Broadway debut as Matron "Mama" Morton in [*Chicago*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/22-chicago-tickets) in 2023 to critical acclaim, and she reprised the role in 2024. Additional starring roles include Ruth in *Pirates! The Penzance Musical* on Broadway and Audrey in [*Little Shop of Horrors*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/24608-little-shop-of-horrors-tickets) off Broadway.

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Kumail Nanjiani stars as Mary's Husband in [*Oh, Mary!*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/37743-oh-mary) on Broadway at the [Lyceum Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatres/lyceum-theatre-ny) from August 4 to September 28, 2025.

Nanjiani is a stand-up comedian and actor best known for his performances as Dinesh in *Silicon Valley*, Somen "Steve" Banerjee in *Welcome to Chippendales* (Emmy Award nomination), Samir Wassan	in *The Twilight Zone* (Emmy nomination), and Rudy "Christmas Guy" Thurber in *Only Murders in the Building*. He co-wrote and starred as himself in the romantic comedy movie *The Big Sick*, earning an Oscar nomination for Best Original Screenplay.

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Michael Urie stars as Mary's Teacher in [*Oh, Mary!*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/37743-oh-mary) on Broadway at the [Lyceum Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatres/lyceum-theatre-ny) from August 4 to September 28, 2025, and as the title character of [*Richard II*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/45167-richard-ii) off Broadway at the [Astor Place Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/venues/astor-place-theatre) from October 28 to November 30, 2025.

Michael Lorenzo Urie&nbsp;was born on August 8, 1980 in Houston, Texas&nbsp;and is best known for his recurring TV role as Marc St. James on ABC's hit series Ugly Betty,&nbsp;as well as his Drama Desk&nbsp;and Lucille Lortel Award-winning career on the New York stage.

Urie was raised in Plano, Texas, and graduated Plano Senior High School in 1998. He studied at the Collin County Community College before being accepted into the prestigious Juilliard School in New York City, graduating in 2003.

His first break as an actor was in the role of Eric in the play&nbsp;WTC View, and Urie also starred in its 2005 film adaptation. He shot to stardom just one year later after being cast as Marc St. James in ABC's&nbsp;series Ugly Betty,&nbsp;opposite Vanessa Williams. He appeared in a total of 85 episodes up to 2010 (as well as 12 episodes of the spin-off Mode After Hours&nbsp;in 2008 and 2009). Following the show's cancellation, Urie was able to devote more time to his theatre career.

He made his Off-Broadway debut as&nbsp;Rudi Gernreich in The Temperamentals at New World Stages February 2010, receiving a Theatre World Award and a Lucille Lortel Award for Outstanding Lead Actor. He then assumed the leading role of Prior Walter in the 2010 Off-Broadway revival of Tony Kushner's&nbsp;Angels in America&nbsp;and was cast as&nbsp;Yepikhodov in Classic Stage Company's 2011 revival of Chekhov's&nbsp;The Cherry Orchard. He would make his Broadway debut in&nbsp;the role of Bud Frump in the revival of&nbsp;How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, playing the role from January to May 2012. He garnered great acclaim for his performance as Alex More in the solo show Buyer &amp; Cellar&nbsp;at Barrow Street Theatre in 2013, which won him his first Drama Desk Award and a second Lucille Lortel Award; the show later made&nbsp;a London transfer to the Menier Chocolate Factory. He starred alongside <a href="https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/actor-profile/patti-lupone">Patti LuPone</a> (who had also played his mother on Ugly Betty) in Lincoln Center Theater's 2015 production of&nbsp;Shows for Days&nbsp;and, most recently, as&nbsp;Hlestakov in Red Bull Theater's revival of&nbsp;The Government Inspector&nbsp;and Second Stage Theater's acclaimed revival of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/torch-song">Torch Song</a>&nbsp;in 2017. In the latter, he played Arnold Beckoff and received another Lucille Lortel Award nomination. The production transfered&nbsp;with Mr. Urie to Broadway's Hayes Theater from October 9, 2018 under the new title of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/torch-song-broadway">Harvey Fierstein's Torch Song</a>, in honor of the playwright, and closed on January 6, 2019.

Urie has also worked as a producer, casting director, and theatre director over the course of his career. His&nbsp;résumé as a director&nbsp;includes&nbsp;high school productions, regional productions, and two Off-Broadway credits for&nbsp;Bright Colors and Bold Patterns in 2016 and 2018. He has also hosted&nbsp;the Drama League Awards ceremony since 2016.

On screen, his most notable credits since Ugly Betty&nbsp;include The Decoy Bride&nbsp;(2011), Jeremy Fink and the Meaning of Life&nbsp;(2011), Petunia&nbsp;(2012), Partners&nbsp;(2012-13), Such Good People&nbsp;(2014), Modern Family&nbsp;(2014-15), The Good Wife&nbsp;(2014-16), Younger&nbsp;(2016-17), and Diverted Eden&nbsp;(2018).

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Jenn Harris stars as Mary's Chaperone in [*Oh, Mary!*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/37743-oh-mary) on Broadway at the [Lyceum Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/venues/lyceum-theatre-ny) from August 4 to September 28, 2025.

Harris is best known for her onscreen roles in the film *American Fiction* and TV shows including *High Maintenance, Elsbeth, Search Party, 30 Rock, Gayby, Difficult People, Younger*, and *Bored to Death*. She is also a stage veteran, having won Lucille Lortel and Theatre World Awards for her performance in *Modern Orthodox* off Broadway.

Additional theatre credits include originating the role of Clarice Starling in *Silence! The Musical* and writing two shows, *My Name is Karen!* and *Snitch*, for Theaterworks Hartford.

Also a writer and director, Harris wrote, directed, and starred in the short film *She's Clean* co-directed the short *Island Queen* starring Rachel Dratch and Jesse Tyler Ferguson, and co-created the series *NEW YORK IS DEAD*, which premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival and won Best Comedy at the New York Television Festival.

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Tony Macht stars as Simon in [*Oh, Mary!*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/37743-oh-mary) on Broadway at the [Lyceum Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/venues/lyceum-theatre-ny) after appearing in the play off Broadway. His film and TV credits include *Dying For Sex, At Home with Amy Sedaris, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, After Class,* and more.

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The Lyceum Theatre is one of Broadway's longest running, and most storied venues. It is the oldest continually operating theatre in New York City, delivering its rich tradition and history since opening its doors in 1903. Uniquely, it is one of the few theatres that was built and still operates as a legitimate theatre. The stunning Beaux-Arts style facade and grandiose interior, designed by architects Herts & Tallant, are part of what make a night at Lyceum truly unforgettable one. The theatre has been home to a vast array of productions, from plays to musicals, and has played a key role in shaping the Broadway landscape. Some of the notable performances include 'The Voice Of The Turtle', 'Othello', 'Born Yesterday', and more recently, the Tony award-winning 'The Play That Goes Wrong'. 

 ## How to Get to the Venue 
 The Lyceum Theatre is prominently situated at 149 W 45th Street, almost in the very heart of Manhattan. It is well-serviced by public transport with several subway stations nearby - Times Square-42nd St (N,Q,R,S,1,2,3,7), 42nd St-Bryant Park (B,D,F,M), and 47th-50th streets-Rockefeller Center (B,D,F,M). Taxis and ride-share services like Uber are also readily available. Given its central location, it is also easily reachable by foot if you're already downtown.

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The Lyceum Theatre is Broadway's oldest continually operating theatre. Designed by Herts & Tallant and built by producer-manager David Frohman, the theatre officially opened on November 2, 1903. It was a replacement for Frohman's previous Lyceum Theatre on Fourth Street, which closed in 1902.

The inaugural production at the venue was the play *The Proud Prince*. The Lyceum Theatre was purchased in 1940 by a conglomerate of producers which included George S. Kaufman and Moss Hart, and in 1950, the Shubert Organization took ownership of the theatre. In 1974, the Lyceum Theatre became the first Broadway theatre to be granted landmark status.

## How to get to the Lyceum Theatre on Broadway

The Lyceum Theatre is closest to the 42nd Street - Times Square subway stop on the 1, 2, 3, 7, N, Q, R, W, and S lines. The closest bus stops are 6th Ave/W 44th St. on the M55, QM2, QM3, QM4, QM15, QM16, QM17, QM18, and QM20 lines; and 6th Ave/West 45th St. on the QM1, QM5, QM6, M5, and M7 lines.

## Restaurants near the Lyceum Theatre

Popular restaurants near the Lyceum Theatre include Havana Central (Cuban), Carmine's (Italian), Connolly's Irish pub, and Junior's (American). [Learn more about popular pre- and post-show restaurants in the Theatre District.](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatre-news/news/where-to-eat-before-and-after-a-broadway-show)

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Cheyenne Jackson stars as Mary's Teacher in [*Oh, Mary!*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/37743-oh-mary) on Broadway at the [Lyceum Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatres/lyceum-theatre-ny) from October 14, 2025.

Cheyenne Jackson is known for his work on both stage and screen, including his roles as Michael Ginsberg in *30 Rock* and Will Drake in *American Horror Story*. On Broadway, he has played roles in more than 10 productions, such as Cinderella's Prince in *Into the Woods*, Sonny in *Xanadu* (Drama Desk Award nomination), Woody Mahoney in *Finian's Rainbow* (Drama Desk nomination), and Chad in *All Shook Up* (Theatre World Award for Outstanding Broadway Debut).

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Find someone who looks at you the way the carb-loving Little Red Ridinghood locks eyes on a loaf of bread in the opening moments of the bewitchingly beautiful and impeccably performed <a href="https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/into-the-woods" target="_blank">Into the Woods</a> at the <a href="https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatres/st-james-theatre" target="_blank">St. James Theatre</a>.Her besotted eyeballs all but scream, "More, please!" Turns out, the same expression was plastered on my face for almost three hours during this take on the late-1980s fairytale musical by composer-lyricist Stephen Sondheim and writer James Lapine.Direct from a deservedly much-ballyhooed run in May at New York City Center Encores!, this star-packed and polished Into the Woods is currently slated to run for eight weeks. It's Broadway's giant summer blockbuster. What a stellar way to launch the 2022-23 Broadway season.Credit director Lear deBessonet for assembling a Broadway dream team (there have been changes since City Center) as well as her clear-eyed and uncluttered staging. The emphasis is squarely on the wall-to-wall wonders and wit of the script and score. Its familiar songs include "Children Will Listen," "No More," and "No One Is Alone."&nbsp;A half dozen above-the-title stars help make it feel like you're seeing and hearing the show for the first time. <a href="https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/actor-profile/sara-bareilles" target="_blank">Sara Bareilles</a> and Brian d'Arcy James are a childless baker and his wife on a hunt to lift a hex, Patina Miller is the witch who cast a spell on them, Phillipa Soo is long-suffering Cinderella, <a href="https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/actor-profile/gavin-creel" target="_blank">Gavin Creel</a> is a prince and a wolf, and Joshua Henry is another royal.They collide with each other as well as Little Red (an invaluable Julia Lester), the lonely and long-tressed Rapunzel (Alysia Velez), the beanstalk-climbing Jack (a touching and amusing Cole Thompson) and his mom (Aymee Garcia), and others.&nbsp;The whole cast shines, including Jack's scene-stealing bovine bestie, a cow puppet designed by James Ortiz and brought adorably to life at my performance by Cameron Johnson, who stepped in for Kennedy Kanagawa.&nbsp;Sondheim (who died in November 2021) and Lapine, collaborators on Sunday in the Park with George and Passion, knew their way around stories streaked with darkness. Classic fairytales, typically stuffed with plenty of pain and suffering, make ideal raw material.As characters get mashed together and "happily ever afters" are replaced by reality checks, the scope of the show expands. What emerges is a funny, insightful, and thrilling story about life and death and all that's waiting along the way.&nbsp;The show's spare set reserves space for the onstage orchestra and conductor Rob Berman. Scenic designer David Rockwell always has magic and poetry up his sleeve. He reveals it here with a forest of descending trees.&nbsp;Andrea Hood's costumes could have leapt from a pop-up book. Tyler Micoleau bathes the stage in moody lighting. Scott Lehrer and Alex Neumann's sound is clear as glass so that every clever quip ("You can talk to birds") and tongue- and brain-flexing lyric ("We've not time to sit and dither / While her withers wither with her" — say that five times fast) tolls with clarity.&nbsp;The first act flows along smoothly as silk, while the second act is choppier but deeper. This show is filled with musical highlights. A few favorites include Miller's soul-shaking "Stay With Me"; Creel's cheeky "Hello, Little Girl" and "Agony," which cement his status as an ace stage comedian; and Soo's soaring "On the Steps of the Palace."&nbsp;Between her all-heart acting and subtly pop-infused singing, Bareilles makes everything gleam. That goes double on "It Takes Two," a duet with the reliably appealing James.Into the Woods, which became a Meryl Streep movie in 2014, is one of Sondheim's most popular shows. This new production follows previous Broadway runs in 1987 and 2002. They say three's a charm — and this revival has it to spare.<a href="https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/into-the-woods" target="_blank">Into the Woods is at the St. James Theatre until August 21. Tickets to Into the Woods will be available on New York Theatre Guide soon.</a>Photo credit: Sara Bareilles and Brian d'Arcy James in Into the Woods. (Photo by Evan Zimmerman for MurphyMade)

'Into the Woods' review — Sara Bareilles, Brian d'Arcy James, and more lead a giant triumph of a revival

Into the Woods is at the St. James Theatre until August 21. Tickets to Into the Woods will be available on New York Theatre Guide soon.

Into the Woods Review | New York Theatre Guide

Located in the heart of New York City, the iconic St. James Theatre is a testament to the magical allure of Broadway. Since its inception in 1927, the St. James Theatre has hosted many unforgettable Broadway hits, featuring stars from Ethel Merman to Hugh Jackman. The interior is a marvel in itself, punctuated by a royal color scheme, gold-leaf accents, and stunning chandeliers that encapsulate the golden age of Broadway. The theatre has a seating capacity of 1,710, allowing for a wide audience range without compromising the intimate, immersive theatrical experience. In its near-century history, the St. James Theatre has seen the debut of many Broadway classics, including Oklahoma!, The King and I, and The Producers, thereby solidifying its milestone status in Broadway history.

**How to Get to the Venue**
St. James Theatre is located at 246 W. 44th Street. It's easily accessible via public transport. If you're traveling by subway, you can take the 1, 2, 3, 7, N, Q, R, W, or S trains to Times Square. Alternatively, buses M7, M20, M42, and M104 also stop nearby. For those who prefer driving, numerous paid parking lots are available in the vicinity.

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St. James Theatre

The historic St. James Theatre, located in New York City, has hosted iconic Broadway shows since 1927 and is easily accessible via various modes of transport.

Once Upon a Mattress on Broadway - NYC [31936]

Once Upon a Mattress on Broadway

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The **Hudson Theatre** located in the heart of New York City, is a prestigious broadway theatre on 44th street. Over a century old, it blends the rich history of New York with the modern NY life, rendering it an impeccable locale for a diverse range of events. It showcases traditional broadway shows, concerts, performing artist shows and many more. This quintessential theater boasts a seating capacity of around 970, spread over 3 levels, offering a meticulous proximity to the stage with unmatchable acoustics. It is adorned by a magically preserved antique design, offering a one-of-a-kind ambience that’s second to none.

**How to get to the venue:** The Hudson Theatre is accessible via various methods of transport. Driving to the theater provides the convenience of parking at Icon parking just across the street. Alternatively, the theater is easily reachable via public transit, being near to Times Square - 42nd Street Station served by multiple subway lines. The Port Authority Bus Terminal is just a short walk away, providing access to numerous bus routes.

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Hudson Theatre

The Hudson Theatre is a historical Broadway theatre in New York City, accessible via car, subway, and bus.

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James Scully stars as Mary's Teacher in [*Oh, Mary!*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/37743-oh-mary) on Broadway at the [Lyceum Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/venues/lyceum-theatre-ny) from September 30 to October 12, 2025.

Scully is best known for playing Forty Quinn on Netflix's *You*, Charlie in the Hulu movie *Fire Island*, and JD in the Paramount Network's TV series adaptation of the 1989 movie *Heathers*. He made his Broadway debut as Mary's Teacher in *Oh, Mary!* in 2024 after originating the role off Broadway earlier that year.

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John-Andrew Morrison stars as Mary's Husband in [*Oh, Mary!*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/37743-oh-mary) on Broadway at the [Lyceum Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatres/lyceum-theatre-ny) from October 14, 2025.

Morrison earned a Tony Award nomination for his performance in the Best Musical winner *A Strange Loop* on Broadway after winning Lucille Lortel and Obie Awards for the show's Off-Broadway premiere. He is also an Outer Critics Circle honoree for his performance in *Blues for an Alabama Sky* off Broadway.

Among his other major theatre credits are multiple shows with The Classical Theater Of Harlem, including the Obie-winning *The Blacks - A Clown Show*, *Caligula* opposite [André De Shields](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/stars-on-stage/andre-de-shields), and *Malvolio*, a New York Times Critic's Pick.

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Children under 4 are not permitted in the theatre.

A Strange Loop on Broadway - NYC

A Strange Loop on Broadway

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"WOW!" I thought to myself as my body leapt to its feet on its own volition to applaud <a href="https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/a-strange-loop" target="_blank">A Strange Loop</a>. "This must be how people who saw the first performances of Show Boat, <a href="https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/oklahoma" target="_blank">Oklahoma!</a>, <a href="https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/company" target="_blank">Company</a>, <a href="https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/rent" target="_blank">Rent</a>, or <a href="https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/hamilton" target="_blank">Hamilton</a> felt." Though I've witnessed and studied the innovations in each of those musicals, none of them are as revolutionary as what Michael R. Jackson has accomplished with his Pulitzer Prize-winning musical, now making its Broadway debut.That is thanks to his splendid writing and craftsmanship, as well as flawless and often shocking performances given by the cast ― including a fresh-out-of-college leading man, Jaquel Spivey, in his Broadway debut.&nbsp;Spivey plays Usher, a Black, gay man who, while working as a Broadway usher and ghostwriting a Tyler Perry play to make money, is trying to finish his musical about a Black gay man who is writing a musical, ad infinitum. The problem is he doesn't know how to complete the story. The further he dives, the more aware and eager each new iteration of himself becomes to sabotage the process.Those interruptions manifest onstage as vicious thoughts who gleefully shred Usher's confidence. They transform into warped versions of his family and reenact humiliating sexual encounters, while reminding him that he is own worst enemy and pushing him to embrace the truth behind why he has put this entire enterprise together.As Thought #2 (James Jackson Jr., an extravagant wit who burns through every scene with the force of a supernova) inquires after Usher figuratively torches the stage, "Real life is making hateful anti-Black caricatures in a Tyler Perry-style gospel play?" That is in response to Usher's staging of a funeral for his cousin Darnell, who refused to take HIV medication because his church-fueled self-hate taught him AIDS was God's punishment for being gay.&nbsp;Much like Jackson, whose best friend died for the same reason in real life, Usher is haunted by the senselessness of that death as well as the hypocrisy of the church, modern families, and queer culture, all of which abet this ongoing health crisis without working to stop such tragedies.&nbsp;As Jackson told me in an interview after he won the Pulitzer, his mission is to destroy HIV stigma and to ensure no one else suffers as his friend did. Rather than pen an angry op-ed, with A Strange Loop, he uses devastating lampoons on popular culture and revolutionizes the conventions of musical theatre to make audiences investigate where their own loathing began.&nbsp;In his meditative 11 o'clock number, "Memory Song," Usher shepherds us through his own conversion into "one lone Black gay boy I knew who chose to turn his back on the Lord." In revealing a version of his own life story through Usher, Jackson tells us it does not have to be this way. We don't have to become enmeshed in the self-perpetuating loop of trauma and abuse; we can turn our backs on the fears that lord over us and do the much scarier thing: figure out how to live without destroying one another.A Strange Loop's director Stephen Brackett and choreographer Raja Feather Kelly bravely punctuate each perverse and revelatory ode that Jackson has penned into his work. But none of this would be possible without the phenomenal cast, who count as the funniest and most thrilling group of singers currently on Broadway. Chief among them, L Morgan Lee, James Jackson Jr., and John-Andrew Morrison provide sensational vocals and painfully hilarious personifications of Jackson's thoughts.Spivey ― who is vulnerable, sassy, inquisitive, and incendiary ― grounds their work, not because he overwhelms the stage through sheer power and vocal charisma, but because he knows how to pull back and allow us to come to him. His performance is a conversation between his onstage partners and the audience that shows us we will fail, and we can try again until we finally overcome our own strange loop. This is art as activism in its highest form.<a href="https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/a-strange-loop" target="_blank">A Strange Loop&nbsp;is at the Lyceum Theatre. Get&nbsp;A Strange Loop&nbsp;tickets on New York Theatre Guide.</a>Photo credit: Jason Veasey (Thought 5), James Jackson, Jr. (Thought 2), Jaquel Spivey (Usher), L Morgan Lee (Thought 1), and Antwayn Hopper (Thought 6) in A Strange Loop. (Photo by Marc J. Franklin)

'A Strange Loop' review — a near-perfect marriage of art and activism

A Strange Loop is at the Lyceum Theatre. Get A Strange Loop tickets on New York Theatre Guide.

A Strange Loop Broadway Review | New York Theatre Guide

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Phillip James Brannon stars as Mary's Husband in [*Oh, Mary!*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/37743-oh-mary) on Broadway at the [Lyceum Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatres/lyceum-theatre-ny) from September 30 to October 12, 2025.

Brannon previously played Mary's Husband earlier in 2025 opposite Betty Gilpin in the title role. Additional Broadway credits include the plays *Macbeth* and *Junk*, and he earned an Obie Award alongside his cast for performing in the Off-Broadway show *The Fires*.

Brannon has appeared on TV shows including *The Good Fight, Elementary, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel*, and *Law & Order: SVU*.

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Macbeth on Broadway - NYC

Macbeth on Broadway

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Knives out. In the opening moment of Broadway's <a href="https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/macbeth" target="_blank">Macbeth</a> starring <a href="https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/actor-profile/daniel-craig" target="_blank">Daniel Craig</a> and Ruth Negga, a soldier is hoisted heavenward by his feet. He dangles there briefly before he's stabbed and bleeds out.Gore goes with Shakespeare's bloody tragedy in which "fair is foul and foul is fair" — or, in other words, where the world is turned upside down. The striking topsy-turvy image speaks plainly in a revival packing more puzzles than bracing urgency. For starters, what's up with the pre-show public radio program recording about ornithology? Because the Bard mentions birds in the play? Who knows.That's par for the course for director Sam Gold, an adventuresome pro who's known for combining big stars and ideas when it comes to classics. His earlier versions of Othello with Craig, Hamlet with Oscar Isaac, and King Lear with Glenda Jackson were all a mixed bag to some degree. The same holds true of Macbeth at the <a href="https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatres/longacre-theatre" target="_blank">Longacre Theatre</a>, where Craig and Negga shoulder the roles of Shakespeare's homicidal power couple.This physical production is stripped-back and modern. Actors sport nubby cardigans, henleys, a glamour gown, and, for a hint of Scotland, tartan here and there. The stage is bare, save for a couple tables and chairs pushed in and out of sight. According to a program note, that's to foster the audience's imagination. Thanks for that.In an added prologue, Michael Patrick Thornton, who plays multiple roles, speaks as himself and conspiratorially invites us all — superstition be damned! — to utter "Macbeth." He notes that the play was written during turbulent times, as if to shrink the divide between then and now and pull us into the action. But it doesn't quite square. This vision's lack of a cohesive point of view and acting style keeps us at bay.A cauldron bubbles and a banquet goes belly-up in every Macbeth. Food is such a prominent ingredient here that it seems like Chopped is an inspiration. The witches slice and dice and cook onstage, and the pungent aroma of onions scents the air. A knife gets sharpened for a sly bit of humor. Macbeth figuratively and actually swallows the hags' brew, and in an epilogue, the entire ensemble savors a communal bite and a song. A troupe digging into a family meal? A comment on the tragic fallout of war? Mileage — and opinions — may vary.Performances in the multitasking ensemble range from amateurish to superbly seasoned. <a href="https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/hadestown" target="_blank">Hadestown</a> alum Amber Gray, who plays Banquo in a choice that pays off, makes each line reverberate. She cuts a vital and strong physical presence and has a rich, resonant voice. You understand why Macbeth feels threatened.&nbsp;Lady M is a tricky character, one who transforms by the time it takes to read a letter. In her Broadway debut, Negga (Passing, Hamlet) conveys ferocity and ruthlessness in matter-of-fact fashion. You crave a sense of her inner wheels turning that would make the change more compelling.&nbsp;Craig comes to his third Broadway show fresh from hanging up his hat as James Bond and reminds us he's an agile stage animal. His Macbeth is feral and alert and insecure, someone who'd buy into chatter cooked up by strangers that leads to chaos. A hair-raising sense of urgency finally clicks in during his undoing by Macduff (Grantham Coleman).&nbsp;One does wonder why Macbeth looks like he's been at a fashion shoot when he's supposedly just back from a battle. And as directed, his big speeches turn repetitious. In the end, this Macbeth is a star-enhanced hodgepodge. It's filled with some sound, some fury, and many question marks.<a href="https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/macbeth" target="_blank">Macbeth is at the Longacre Theatre through July 10. Macbeth tickets will be available on New York Theatre Guide soon.</a>Photo credit: Daniel Craig, Ruth Negga, and the company of Macbeth. (Photo by Joan Marcus)

'Macbeth' review — Daniel Craig and Ruth Negga lead a 'star-enhanced hodgepodge'

Macbeth is at the Longacre Theatre through July 10. Macbeth tickets will be available on New York Theatre Guide soon.

Macbeth Review | New York Theatre Guide

The **Longacre Theatre** is a historic theatre located in the heart of New York City's world-famous Broadway district. Opened in 1913, it was named after Longacre Square, the previous name of Times Square. This theatre has a seating capacity of 1100 and is designed in the French Neo-classical style, featuring a stunning white facade and beautifully ornate interior. Over the years, it’s been the birthplace of numerous Broadway classics including 'Ain’t Misbehavin’, 'La Cage aux Folles', and most recently 'The Lightning Thief'. The Longacre has a particularly intimate atmosphere, perfect for truly immersing oneself in the spectacle and magic of Broadway. 

#### **Directions to the Venue** 

The Longacre Theatre is located at 220 West 48th Street. It's easily accessible via various modes of public transportation. By subway, take the 1, 2, or 3 train to 50th Street or the N, R, or W train to 49th Street. By bus, take the M104, M10, or M27/M50. For those driving, parking garages are available nearby on 48th and 49th Streets.

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Longacre Theatre

The Longacre Theatre is a historic Broadway theatre in New York City, known for its intimate atmosphere and French Neo-classical style.

Junk [6705]

Junk

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The Vivian Beaumont Theater - Lincoln Center Theater is a renowned Broadway theater venue located in the heart of New York City. Perching within the realm of Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, it distinguishes itself as the only Broadway-class theater (known for its large-scale, high-profile productions) outside the Theater District. The theater was named after Vivian Beaumont Allen, a notable patron of the arts. Inaugurated in 1965, it sports an architecturally distinct design, created by Finnish American architect Eero Saarinen. The theater, featuring a thrust stage extending into the audience, has a seating capacity of approximately 1,080. Over its illustrious history, it has hosted numerous famous productions and garnered multiple Tony Awards. A testament to its prestigious status is that it has been the stage for many world premieres. 

**Getting to the Venue:** The Vivian Beaumont Theater is located at 150 West 65th Street. It's easily accessible by subway- take 1 train to 66th Street-Lincoln Center Station or the A, B, C, D, and 1 trains to 59th Street-Columbus Circle. Additionally, buses M5, M7, M11, M66, and M104 have nearby stops. Parking is available at Lincoln Center's parking garage and other surrounding parking facilities.

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Vivian Beaumont Theater - Lincoln Center Theater

Vivian Beaumont Theater is a Broadway-class theater in New York's Lincoln Center, known for major productions and notable premieres.

New casting set for 'Oh, Mary!' on Broadway

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