Oh, Mary!
Cole Escola's Tony-winning farce reimagining Mary Todd Lincoln as a wannabe cabaret star.
- Theatre
- Lyceum Theatre
- 149 W 45th St, New York, NY 10036
- Opened
- July 11, 2024
- Run time
- 1h 20m
About Oh, Mary!
Oh, Mary! is a farcical new play by and starring Cole Escola, offering a reimagining of Mary Todd Lincoln as an aspiring cabaret singer. This production, which opened on Broadway in 2024, delves into a speculative narrative where the historical figure navigates her ambitions in the entertainment world.
The play is staged at the Lyceum Theatre, located at 149 W 45th St, New York, NY 10036. The Lyceum Theatre is one of Broadway's oldest operating venues, known for its Beaux-Arts architecture and intimate setting, providing a fitting backdrop for the unique narrative of Oh, Mary! The production runs for a concise 80 minutes, ensuring a dynamic and focused theatrical experience.
Cole Escola, known for their distinctive comedic style and performances in various stage and screen productions, takes on a dual role as both the playwright and lead performer in Oh, Mary! Escola's creative vision brings a fresh perspective to the character of Mary Todd Lincoln, moving beyond traditional historical portrayals. The play’s farcical nature suggests that audiences can expect a performance rich in humor and satire, with Escola at its center.
Having received a Tony Award, Oh, Mary! has garnered significant recognition within the theatre community. This accolade highlights the play's artistic merit and its impact since its Broadway debut. Theatregoers interested in productions that blend historical themes with comedic elements, and those who appreciate the work of Cole Escola, may find Oh, Mary! to be a compelling theatrical offering on Broadway.
Seeing Oh, Mary! live
What attending this kind of production is like
Theatre rewards attention to the room. Sound carries differently, entrances and exits are part of the staging, and the audience's collective quiet is something a recording cannot reproduce.
Seat position changes what you notice rather than only how well you see. Front-of-orchestra seats give you faces and detail but a steep angle on staging; further back and one level up you gain the full picture and choreography, which many productions are designed around.
The performance you choose matters too. Weeknight, matinee and weekend performances tend to draw different audiences, and casting can vary between performances in ways published by the production rather than by us.
Timing is unforgiving in theatre. Curtain times are firm, latecomers are seated at the house's discretion, and interval length is set by the production — so build the evening around the published start time.
Last reviewed 2026-09-08
Oh, Mary! ticket buying guide
Understanding theatre seating language before you compare offers
Learn the vocabulary of the house you are attending. Orchestra or stalls seating sits at stage level; mezzanine, dress circle or balcony levels rise behind or above it. The same words describe different geometry in different theatres, so read the specific venue's layout.
Sightlines matter as much as distance. Overhangs, side angles and safety rails affect what you can see, and a well-placed seat further back often beats a cheap seat at an extreme angle.
Choose the performance deliberately. Matinees, weeknights and weekends differ in atmosphere and availability, and any casting information should come from the production itself.
Compare all-in totals for the exact number of seats you need, and check whether the seats you are considering are genuinely adjacent.
Last reviewed 2026-09-08
Oh, Mary! ticket questions
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Last reviewed 2026-09-08
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Frequently asked questions
- What is Oh, Mary! about?
- Oh, Mary! reimagines Mary Todd Lincoln as a cabaret star, offering a farcical take on her life and ambitions.
- Where is Oh, Mary! playing?
- Oh, Mary! is playing at the Lyceum Theatre, located at 149 W 45th St, New York, NY 10036.
- How long is Oh, Mary!?
- The running time for Oh, Mary! is 80 minutes.
- Who created Oh, Mary!?
- Oh, Mary! was created by and stars Cole Escola.