Oh, Mary!
Oh, Mary! is a darkly comedic one-act play that reimagines the life of Mary Todd Lincoln in the weeks before her husband Abraham Lincoln's assassination, portraying her as a miserable, suffocated woman grappling with unrequited yearning, alcoholism, and suppressed desires. Written by playwright Cole Escola, who describes the piece as being told "through the lens of an idiot," the production has been hailed as one of the best comedies in years by *The New York Times* and earned widespread acclaim during its Broadway run, including two Tony Awards for Best Direction of a Play (Sam Pinkleton), Drama League Awards for Outstanding Play and Outstanding Direction, a special citation from the New York Drama Critics’ Circle, and a Pulitzer Prize for Drama finalist nomination. This touring Broadway production at the National Theatre runs approximately 80 minutes with no intermission.
When: February 9–21, 2027. Performances are held Tuesday through Sunday, with evening shows at 7:30 PM on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, and matinees at 2:00 PM on Saturdays and Sundays. A full schedule including specific dates is available from the venue.
Showtimes: Tuesday, February 9 at 7:30 PM; Wednesday, February 10 at 7:30 PM; Thursday, February 11 at 7:30 PM; Friday, February 12 at 7:30 PM; Saturday, February 13 at 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM; Sunday, February 14 at 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM; Tuesday, February 16 at 7:30 PM; Wednesday, February 17 at 7:30 PM; Thursday, February 18 at 7:30 PM; Friday, February 19 at 7:30 PM; Saturday, February 20 at 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM; Sunday, February 21 at 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM.
Run time: Approximately 80 minutes, no intermission.
Ages: Recommended for ages 14 and up.
Advisory: This production features water-based haze and one single gunshot.
Tickets: Price not available at this time. Tickets can be purchased as part of a season package or individually; group tickets for 10 or more are available via an inquiry form on the venue’s website. Patrons are encouraged to sign up for the National’s official digital lottery and newsletter for updates.
Creative Team: Written by Cole Escola. Directed by Sam Pinkleton. Scenic design by dots. Costume design by Holly Pierson. Lighting design by Cha See. Sound design by Daniel Kluger and Drew Levy. Wig design by Leah J. Loukas. Original music by Daniel Kluger. Arrangements by David Dabbon. Casting by Henry Russell Bergstein, CSA. Additional cast and creative details may be available from the venue.
Venue: National Theatre, 1321 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20004. The venue offers access to nearby dining with exclusive pre-theatre menus, parking, and is surrounded by iconic D.C. landmarks.
Note: For accessibility requests, patrons can indicate needs through the group inquiry form or contact the venue directly.