Maya Rudolph to Debut on Broadway in ‘Oh, Mary!’
Acclaimed actress Maya Rudolph is set to make her Broadway debut in the comedy “Oh, Mary!” this spring. Rudolph, known for her roles in “Saturday Night Live” and “Bridesmaids,” will portray Mary Todd Lincoln. This highly anticipated performance is scheduled to open at the Lyceum Theatre on April 28 and will run for eight weeks, concluding on June 20.
Maya Rudolph’s Broadway Debut in ‘Oh, Mary!’
The casting announcement was made by producers Kevin McCollum, Lucas McMahon, Mike Lavoie, and Carlee Briglia. In a statement, Rudolph expressed her excitement, saying she has long dreamed of appearing in a Cole Escola production. “Oh, Mary! is the funniest play I have ever seen,” she stated, highlighting the honor of playing a character with such a rich history.
Production Details
- Opening Date: April 28, 2024
- Closing Date: June 20, 2024
- Theatre: Lyceum Theatre
- Director: Sam Pinkleton
This production of “Oh, Mary!” has seen significant acclaim, breaking its box office record 12 times since its Broadway opening on July 11, 2024. It has also recouped its investment, marking it as the first show of the 2024-25 Broadway season to achieve this milestone.
Extended Engagements
In a noteworthy decision, the production announced an extension through January 3, 2027. Additionally, a West End production at Trafalgar Theatre has been extended through July 18, 2026. A North American tour will kick off in Hartford, Connecticut, in September.
Rudolph joins a prestigious lineup of actresses who have portrayed Mary Todd Lincoln, including Jinkx Monsoon, Jane Krakowski, and Tituss Burgess. The role is currently held by John Cameron Mitchell, whose engagement ends on April 26.
As Maya Rudolph steps onto the Broadway stage, audiences can look forward to a memorable performance in a role that embodies both challenge and depth.
