Oh, Mary!

About Oh, Mary!

Oh, Mary! at Trafalgar Theatre is a dark comedy by Cole Escola, directed by Sam Pinkleton. Set in the weeks leading up to Abraham Lincoln’s assassination, it looks at the overlooked life and ambitions of Mary Todd Lincoln through a sharply comic lens.

The play focuses on unrequited yearning, alcoholism and suppressed desires in an 80-minute one-act format. It 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.

For the London transfer, the production continues to be presented as a fast-moving comic play with a strong focus on character and period setting.

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

Before you book

Age guidance: Ages 14+. Children under 4 are not permitted.

Refunds: No exchanges or refunds are available after purchase.

Venue

Trafalgar Theatre
14 Whitehall
London
SW1A 2DY

For access enquiries or further booking information, email access@trafalgar.global.

Current cast

The role of Mary Todd Lincoln will be played by Lolly Adefope from 28th September to 5th December. The cast information also lists Mason Alexander Park, 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.