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Broadway Star Jane Krakowski Brings Her Own Spin to Iconic Mary Todd Lincoln Role
16 Oct
Summary
- Jane Krakowski is a fan of the hit comedy Oh, Mary! and has seen it 5 times
- Krakowski is taking on the role of Mary Todd Lincoln for an 8-week limited engagement
- She has only 2 weeks to rehearse and prepare for the demanding comedic role
Acclaimed actress Jane Krakowski is taking on the role of Mary Todd Lincoln in the hit comedy Oh, Mary! The 57-year-old star, who celebrated her birthday over the weekend, began her 8-week limited engagement in the outrageous play on October 14th.
Krakowski, a longtime fan of the show, is excited to put her own mark on the part, which has previously been portrayed by a roster of high-profile performers, including Emmy nominees Tituss Burgess and Betty Gilpin, as well as RuPaul's Drag Race winner Jinkx Monsoon. With only 2 weeks to rehearse, the Tony-winning actress is facing the challenge of embodying the "bratty curls" and hoop skirt of Mary Todd Lincoln while infusing the role with her own comedic sensibilities.
Reuniting with her former Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt co-star Tituss Burgess, who has also played the part, Krakowski has sought advice on navigating the high-energy demands of the show. She is thrilled to connect with the passionate Oh, Mary! fan base and bring her own unique interpretation to the beloved character.
