Oh, Mary!

About Oh, Mary!

Oh, Mary! at Trafalgar Theatre, London, is a dark comedy by Cole Escola, directed by Sam Pinkleton. It follows a miserable, suffocated Mary Todd Lincoln in the weeks leading up to Abraham Lincoln’s assassination.

The play looks at unrequited yearning, alcoholism and suppressed desires in an 80-minute one-act format. It has received Tony Awards for Best Leading Actor in a Play and Best Direction of a Play, and The New York Times described it as one of the best comedies in years.

Running time: 1 hour 20 minutes, with no intermission.

Before you book

Suitable for ages 14 and above. 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 access information, email access@trafalgar.global.

Current cast

The cast information lists Mason Alexander Park, 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.