Oh, Mary!

About Oh, Mary!

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

The production was described by The New York Times as “one of the best comedies in years” and received Tony Awards for Best Leading Actor in a Play for Cole Escola and Best Direction of a Play for Sam Pinkleton. For the London transfer, the cast also includes Kate O’Donnell, Oliver Stockley, Dino Fetscher and Giles Terera.

The show presents Mary Todd Lincoln’s story through a sharp comic lens, with the London run bringing this award-winning work to Trafalgar Theatre.

Key facts: Running time: 1 hour 20 minutes; no intermission. Ages 14+. Children under 4 are not permitted.

Before you book

This production is suitable for ages 14 and over. Children under 4 are not permitted.

No exchanges or refunds are available after purchase.

Venue

Trafalgar Theatre
14 Whitehall
London
SW1A 2DY

For access booking enquiries, email access@trafalgar.global.

Current cast

The role of Mary Todd Lincoln is played by Cole Escola from 20 July to 15 August, Jinkx Monsoon from 17 August to 26 September, and Lolly Adefope from 28 September to 5 December. The London transfer cast also includes Mason Alexander Park as Mary Todd Lincoln, 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.