Proof
David Auburn's Pulitzer-winning drama about math, family, and trust — Broadway revival.
- Theatre
- Booth Theatre
- 222 W 45th St, New York, NY 10036
- Opened
- April 16, 2026
- Run time
- 2h 15m
About Proof
David Auburn’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play *Proof* returns to Broadway in a revival at the Booth Theatre. This acclaimed drama delves into themes of mathematics, mental health, and familial relationships, exploring the complex legacy left by a brilliant but unstable mathematician.
The play centers on Catherine, a young woman who has spent years caring for herfather, Robert, a గణితprofessor whose genius was matched only by his declining mental state. Upon his death, she grapples with her own fears of inheriting his instability and the challenge of proving authorship of a groundbreaking mathematical proof found among his papers. The arrival of her estranged sister, Claire, and Robert's former student, Hal, further complicates Catherine's life, forcing her to confront questions of trust, love, and the nature of genius.
*Proof* premiered in 2000 and quickly garnered critical acclaim, earning the Pulitzer Prize for Drama and the Tony Award for Best Play. Its intricate narrative and exploration of profound human emotions have resonated with audiences worldwide. The Booth Theatre, a historic Broadway venue known for its intimate atmosphere, provides a fitting setting for this emotionally charged production. Located at 222 W 45th St, the Booth offers theatergoers a classic Broadway experience in the heart of the theater district.
Audiences can expect a compelling and thought-provoking theatrical experience, rich with dialogue and character development. The play's duration is 135 minutes, including an intermission. *Proof* offers a powerful examination of the lines between genius and madness, the bonds and burdens of family, and the search for truth and recognition, making it a compelling choice for those seeking a drama that engages both the intellect and the heart.
Seeing Proof 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
Proof 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
Proof ticket questions
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Last reviewed 2026-09-08
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is *Proof* playing?
- *Proof* is playing at the Booth Theatre, located at 222 W 45th St, New York, NY 10036.
- How long is *Proof*?
- The runtime for *Proof* is 135 minutes, which includes an intermission.
- What is *Proof* about?
- *Proof* is a drama by David Auburn that explores themes of mathematics, mental health, and family relationships through the story of a young woman coping with the legacy of her brilliant but unstable mathematician father.
- Who wrote *Proof*?
- *Proof* was written by David Auburn. It won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama.
- When did *Proof* open on Broadway?
- This revival of *Proof* opened on Broadway on April 16, 2026.