Oh, Mary!

Oh, Mary! on Broadway Background

Transfer From Off-Broadway

Oh, Mary!, s a new comedy created by downtown cabaret favorite Cole Escola. The show ran from Jan. 26 until May 12, 2024 at Off-Broadway’s Lucille Lortel Theatre before transferring to the Lyceum Theatre for a limited run of 16 weeks.

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.

Fiction 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.