Oh, Mary!

About Oh, Mary!

Oh, Mary! at Trafalgar Theatre, London is a dark comedy by Cole Escola, directed by Sam Pinkleton. It follows Mary Todd Lincoln in the weeks leading up to Abraham Lincoln’s assassination, and explores unrequited yearning, alcoholism and suppressed desires in an 80-minute one-act play.

The show won Tony Awards for Best Leading Actor in a Play and Best Direction of a Play, and The New York Times called it “one of the best comedies in years”.

Key facts: Running time: 1 hour 20 minutes. No intermission.

Before you book

Ages 14+. Children under 4 are not permitted. No exchanges or refunds are available after purchase. The role of Mary Todd Lincoln will be played by Lolly Adefope from 28 September to 5 December.

Venue

Trafalgar Theatre, 14 Whitehall, London SW1A 2DY.

For accessibility information, email access@trafalgar.global.

Current cast

Mason Alexander Park stars as Mary Todd Lincoln, with Kate O’Donnell as Mary’s Chaperone, Oliver Stockley as Mary’s Husband’s Assistant, Dino Fetscher as Mary’s Teacher and Giles Terera as Mary’s Husband. The role of Mary Todd Lincoln will be played by Lolly Adefope from 28 September to 5 December.