Oh, Mary! is a dark comedy about a miserable, suffocated Mary Todd Lincoln in the weeks leading up to Abraham Lincoln’s assassination. Unrequited yearning, alcoholism, and suppressed desires abound in this 80-minute one-act play that finally examines the forgotten life and dreams of Mrs. Lincoln, through the lens of an idiot (playwright Cole Escola).
Declared “one of the best comedies in years” by The New York Times, Oh, Mary! has been heralded as the funniest play on Broadway by the New York Post, Entertainment Weekly, Variety, Time Out New York, and The Guardian. “It’s a bona fide phenomenon,” raves The Wall Street Journal, and Variety calls it “unquestionably the funniest, gayest, campiest play Broadway has seen in years.”
"I have been wanting to watch this show since even before it came out on broad way as many of my fave comedians raved about it. To simply say it’s the funniest piece of art I’ve seen is simply not enough and does not do it justice. It over exceeded my expectations by a million. I bow to Cole Escola and co. I can’t believe after June 28th Oh Mary will just be a part of broadway history. When there is still time GO WATCH OH MARY!!!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Apr 26, 2025
Surprising plot twist
"Clever story. I highly recommend to anyone who wants to be entertained and laugh.
Can not believe the talent of these actors.
Looking forward to returning and watching again!!!!"
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Shawn A from Jacksonville on Apr 26, 2025
Beyond Funny
"This is a non-stop ride into farce and ridiculousness. So funny, smart, and incredibly well acted.
LOVED IT!
It was great to laugh non-stop for 90 minutes!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Apr 21, 2025
A Hilarious and Ridiculous Romp
"It was one of the funniest shows I have ever seen. Cole Escola and the rest of the cast keep you on your toes for the whole show and you never know what is going to happen next. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Apr 21, 2025
Fun twist on history
"The great talent of Cole Escola was amazing to watch. They are a great talent! Entertaining at a high level. We laughed continuously!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Apr 19, 2025
Tighter than a 19th century first lady
"The witty report is second to none. The show is silly, irreverent, bawdy, and hilarious. If you have prudish tendencies, cannot be in the same room with your children while characters are going to second base on a TV show, or self-identify as a Jane Appleton Pierce fan, please stay away. Otherwise, you have to see it!"
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Caitlin H from North Haven on Apr 14, 2025
An entertaining and fun evening
"A hilarious take on Mary Todd Lincoln’s experience as America’s First Lady and her husband’s demise. Cole Escola’s performance is inspired. Don’t go if you are uptight or unfun. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Apr 13, 2025
Fabulous O’Mary!
"It was amazing…very enjoyable and high energy. A must see! "
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Joseph F from MIAMI BEACH on Apr 13, 2025
The tears were unexpected
"It took me a minute to get the style of the show, and then I was fully along for the ride. It is hilarious, but I was pulled in on a human, caring way so much and so unexpectedly that my tears during the final scene were spontaneous and ultimately unavoidable. Funny, yes, but what a deep and heartfelt show."
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Marion J from Grass Valley on Apr 12, 2025
Off the Wall Theater
"The dark side of this comedy is not to be believed until you are watching it. I was caught entirely off guard, in spite of the fact that I knew the lead and play write is them, not him. Audacious play that hits you with purposeful miscues throughout. The acting is great and I laughed and cheered with the audience all night."
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Broadway.com Customer on Apr 12, 2025
Insanely funny.
"We laughed from beginning to end.
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Broadway.com Customer on Apr 11, 2025
Historical FanFic Meets Loony Tunes
"I have seen the show twice - Cole and Tituss. Simply side splitting and packed with gut laughs. The first time I saw it, I was just trying to not miss too much due to laughter. The second time I saw it, I realized how clever and well written it was. The two different performers brought something different to it but the one thing they had in common was absurd cartoon like hilarity. Cannot recommend enough!"
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Laura F from Charlotte on Apr 6, 2025
Fun Broadway experience
"We had the opportunity to see Oh Mary with Titus Burris, which if it isn’t Cole in the lead role, this is the next best option. His run is coming to an end, but would recommend this whoever is in the staring role. Not for children, and is 80 minutes long. Which was actually the perfect amount of time. "
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Michael S from Roanoke on Apr 4, 2025
Hilarious and outstanding
"An amazing show with amazing performances. Tituss and the rest of the cast were incredible! Could not stop laughing; a must see Broadway show!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Mar 29, 2025
Hilarious and Insane
"I almost don’t even know where to begin with how crazy this show is, but YOU HAVE TO SEE IT. I laughed from the very beginning to the very end. Tituss Burgess was incredible as Mary Todd Lincoln, who we all of course know was a horrible drunk and famous cabaret star. His incredible comedic delivery of this show was so good that we’re already planning to come back in a few weeks so we can see it again when Cole Escola reprises the role. "
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Rebecca H from New Haven on Mar 24, 2025
Oh Mary, You're Fab
"Tituss Burgess as MTL was an inspired choice. He was Superb and elevated the show from comedy fun to true genius."
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Broadway.com Customer on Mar 24, 2025
Betty Gilpin was outstanding!
"Funny! Entertaining! Superb acting!"
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Susan K from West Chester on Mar 10, 2025
Laugh out loud unexpected moments.
"The quick wit and surprise moments were hilarious"
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Nicki G from Strongsville on Mar 8, 2025
Brilliant!!
"Absolutely BRILLIANT!!! Betty Gilpin did not disappoint. Loved it 😍 "
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David R from BROOKLYN on Feb 28, 2025
Amazing!!
"Betty Gilpin is spectacular I want her to star in everything!! "
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Broadway.com Customer on Feb 23, 2025
A Hilarious, Witty Ride
"The humor felt fresh and unexpected, blending dark comedy with lighthearted moments that made for a truly fun experience.
If you’re looking for a Broadway show that will have you laughing nonstop and leave you with a big smile on your face, Oh, Mary! is the perfect choice. We can’t recommend it enough!"
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Jessica H from Beaverton on Feb 21, 2025
Wittingly Brilliant!
"What's NOT to like? It was too short perhaps.
Cole Escola created a marvelous night of live theatre. He is funny, witty and smart and just created a wonderful hilarious night at the theatre."
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diane m from Salisbury on Feb 18, 2025
Laughing and engaged the whole time!!
"The show was unlike any show I’ve ever seen before. I was laughing the whole entire time and completely enamored by the acting throughout the performance. Oh Mary was such a fun story and I am so thankful that we got the opportunity tosee it."
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Broadway.com Customer on Feb 15, 2025
Hilarious suspension from reality
"Ridiculous, Fun and funny! Betty Gilpin is a Joy full of talent!"
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Stephen N from Berlin on Feb 15, 2025
Best comedic acting
"Betty Gilpin gave probably the best comedic acting performance I have ever seen."
