Maya Rudolph Set for Broadway Debut in OH, MARY!
Maya Rudolph, the acclaimed six-time Emmy Award winner, is set to make her Broadway debut in the highly anticipated play, Oh, Mary!. This exciting news comes as the production prepares for a limited engagement starting on April 28, 2026, and running through June 20, 2026.
Details of Maya Rudolph’s Broadway Debut
In her new role, Rudolph will portray “Mary Todd Lincoln,” a character she describes as a “miserable, suffocated, alcoholic woman.” Reflecting on her casting, she expressed her enthusiasm, saying it is an honor to take on such an iconic role.
The production is scheduled to extend its Broadway run until January 3, 2027, with tickets now available for purchase. This follows a successful opening on July 11, 2024, at the Lyceum Theatre. Oh, Mary! made history by grossing over $1,000,000 in a single week, a first for the theater in its 121-year history.
Other Notable Cast Members
- Cole Escola – Original star and Tony Award-winning playwright
- John Cameron Mitchell – Current ‘Mary’, performing until April 26
- Jinkx Monsoon
- Jane Krakowski
- Tituss Burgess
- Betty Gilpin
- Hannah Solow
Production Highlights
The show has shattered its own box office record twelve times and was the first production of the 2024-25 Broadway season to recoup its initial investment. Directed by the 2025 Tony Award winner Sam Pinkleton, Oh, Mary! is produced by a notable team, including Kevin McCollum & Lucas McMahon, and several other esteemed producers.
International Engagements
In addition to its Broadway run, Oh, Mary! will be showcased in the West End at the Trafalgar Theatre, where performances have been extended through July 18, 2026. A North American tour is also scheduled to kick off in Hartford, Connecticut, in September 2026.
Maya Rudolph’s Broadway debut in Oh, Mary! marks a significant moment in her artistic career, bringing together a talented cast and a thrilling production worthy of its accolades.
