Oh, Mary! Tickets

It’s an Oh, Mary! summer and the colour of the season is Mary Todd yellow. See what new cast are Lincoln up at Trafalgar Theatre this summer, from 20 July to 26 September 2026.  It’s now no secret that Cole Escola is reprising their their Tony Award-winning performance as Mary Todd Lincoln. Not only did Escola win a Tony for the performance of Mary, but also wrote the Olivier award-winning smash hit comedy itself. Cole’s performance will also be filmed on 28th July.  The cast for the filmed performances will also include Giles Terera, returning as Mary’s Husband (in the role that earned him an Oliver Award nomination earlier this year); Emmy Award nominee Michael Urie (Mary’s Teacher), and original Oh, Mary! cast members Bianca Leigh (Mary’s Chaperone) and Tony Macht (Mary’s Husband’s Assistant).  Joining further Oh, Mary! performances will be Scott Karim (Mary’s Husband) from 17 August to 26 September, Dino Fetscher (Mary’s Teacher) from 3 August to 26 September, Kate O’Donnell (Mary’s Chaperone) from 3 August to 26 September and Oliver Stockley (Mary’s Husband’s Assistant) from 3 August to 26 September.   

Two-time RuPaul’s Drag Race winner Jinkx Monsoon will take on the role of Mary Todd Lincoln in the Tony and Olivier Award-winning comedy Oh, Mary! in the West End for a strictly limited six-week run from 17th August, having played the role on Broadway.

The West End production of Oh, Mary! will welcome its creator, Cole Escola, to London this summer, as they step into the title role for a strictly limited four-week engagement from 20 July to 15 August. Book your Oh, Mary! tickets today. 

Catherine Tate is Mary Todd Lincoln in Oh, Mary! Here’s your first look with Tate in her Lincoln locks and ruffled frock. Catherine Tate is already making a scene at Trafalgar Theatre, with the dark comedy and no where near historically accurate play. The 80-minute one-act play examines the forgotten life of Mrs. Lincoln, through the lens of self-proclaimed idiot, Cole Escola.  

Am I bovvered? Yes we are bovvered because here’s your first look at Catherine Tate in rehearsals for Oh, Mary! at the Trafalgar Theatre. Catherine Tate is taking over the role of Mary Todd Lincoln, from Mason Alexander Park, who you can catch until 25th April before Tate puts her own stamp on the role from 27th April.

Catherine Tate will take on the role of Mary Todd Lincoln in Oh, Mary! in London’s West End from Monday 27 April to Saturday 18 July 2026, as part of a newly announced extension at the Trafalgar Theatre. Tate joins the production following its acclaimed Broadway success and London transfer, stepping into one of the most outrageously comic roles currently on stage. From Broadway Smash to West End Hit The dark, camp comedy was written by and originally starred Cole Escola on Broadway, where it became a critical and commercial sensation. The play reimagines the weeks leading up to Abraham Lincoln’s assassination, transforming Mary into a thwarted, theatrical First Lady with delusions of cabaret stardom. In the West End, Mason Alexander Park has starred as Mary since the London premiere, earning praise for their unfiltered and downright hilarious performance.

Daffodils are appearing, Creme Eggs are already in the shops, and that means spring isn’t far off. Let’s ignore the snow and the -5 degree forecasts for now and look ahead to the must-see West End shows this spring. Oh, Mary! The Tony Award-winning comedy Oh, Mary! is already playing at the Trafalgar Theatre and continues until 25 April 2026. Following a brash and brilliant Mary Todd Lincoln in the weeks before Abraham Lincoln’s assassination, the show mixes camp, biting wit, and bold storytelling to flip history on its head. An irreverent, and unforgettable way to brighten up these cold early spring days. Into the Woods Into the Woods is back in London, and following a flurry of incredible five-star reviews, its run has been extended until 30 May 2026 at the Bridge Theatre. Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine’s Tony-winning masterpiece follows the Baker, his Wife, and beloved fairy-tale characters as wishes collide and consequences unfold, delivering a magical, thrilling, and unforgettable theatre experience. The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry follows one ordinary man on an extraordinary journey across England. With a heartfelt folk-pop score by Passenger and direction by Katy Rudd, this uplifting musical celebrates hope, kindness, and second chances. After a sold-out run in Chichester, the show is set to inspire London audiences, playing at the Theatre Royal Haymarket from 29 January to 18 March 2026. Shadowlands Hugh Bonneville reprises his critically acclaimed role as C.S. Lewis in Shadowlands, alongside Maggie Siff as the spirited poet Joy Davidman. Their unexpected love transforms Lewis’s orderly life into a moving, uplifting journey. Tender, thought-provoking, and beautifully performed, this true story explores love, faith, and the fragile beauty of life. Shadowlands plays at the Aldwych Theatre from 5 February to 9 May 2026. Marie & Rosetta Olivier Award-winner Beverley Knight stars in the West End transfer of Marie & Rosetta. Set in 1946 Mississippi, Sister Rosetta’s electrifying guitar and gospel style persuades Marie to add swing to her pure Sunday sound. Brimming with grit, soul, and unstoppable rhythm, this critically acclaimed show is a must-see. Marie & Rosetta plays at @sohoplace from 28 February to 11 April 2026.

A breakdown of all the characters in Oh, Mary! Oh, Mary! is a riotous, darkly comic reimagining of American history that turns the life of Mary Todd Lincoln completely on its head. Blending camp, chaos, and historical satire, the play explores power, repression, and longing through a wildly unconventional lens. With razor-sharp dialogue and exaggerated characterisations, Oh, Mary! offers a deliriously funny take on a familiar figure, seen entirely on her own terms - and its absolutely taken the West End by storm. Who are the Oh, Mary! characters? This bold Broadway hit delves into the inner world of Mary Todd Lincoln and the eccentric figures orbiting her life. Set in a heightened, absurd version of the 1860s, the play leans into farce while still exposing real emotional truths. Here are the unforgettable characters you’ll meet along the way. Mary Todd Lincoln Played by Mason Alexander Park At the centre of the play is Mary Todd Lincoln herself, volatile, funny, and utterly uncontainable. Trapped in a rigid marriage and suffocating social expectations, Mary is desperate for attention, freedom, and something resembling joy. Equal parts tragic and outrageous, she channels her frustrations through erratic behaviour, sharp wit, and theatrical flair. Mary is the emotional engine of the show, refusing to be sidelined in either history or her own life - and you can't help but love her fot it.

The Tony Award-winning Broadway phenomenon, Oh, Mary! has transferred to London’s West End for a strictly limited run at the Trafalgar Theatre. Packed with wit, sass, and unhinged energy, this bold new production puts Mary Todd Lincoln front and centre, offering audiences a fresh, camp, and exhilarating theatrical experience. With tickets officially on sale, Oh, Mary! is already generating excitement as one of the most talked-about transfers of the season. What is Oh, Mary! about? Oh, Mary! follows the miserable, suffocated Mary Todd Lincoln in the weeks leading up to Abraham Lincoln’s assassination. Filled with razor-sharp one-liners, unrequited yearning, suppressed desires, and plenty of chaos, the play flips the script on traditional presidential history. Mary’s story is bold, camp, and unapologetically funny, placing the First Lady firmly at the heart of the drama in a way that is riotously entertaining and full of energy.

There’s something about Oh, Mary! — it’s a comedic bullet to the brain, with every gag on target. Sometimes a long show doesn’t equal more value for your money, and this tight 80-minute whirlwind proves it. Cole Escola’s Tony-winning comedy squeezes every ounce of humour into a show that moves at lightning speed. The rapid-fire scene changes are perfect for those who have genuinely short attention spans (and for everyone else convinced they have ADHD these days!) It feels like you're scrolling from reel to hilarious reel getting hit after dopamine hit.  Mason Alexander Park’s Mary Todd Lincoln serves a perfect cocktail of alcoholism, suppressed desire, and cabaret obsession that the audience greedily drinks down. Their delivery reminded me of Moira Rose from Schitt's Creek meets Just Jack from Will and Grace meets drunk Karen Walker from Will and Grace meets Veruca Salt with her neat curls and feral brat energy. And a moment please for Mary’s costume itself; it’s like someone Googled “giant oversized Wednesday Addams’ themed doll toilet roll holder.” (That’s my outfit for next Halloween sorted, then.)