Who is producing the Broadway revival of 'Proof'?

The Obamas' Higher Ground production company is joining producers Mike Bosner and director/producer Thomas Kail on the 'Proof' Broadway revival.

Who are the lead actors making their Broadway debuts in 'Proof'?

Ayo Edebiri and Don Cheadle are making their Broadway debuts in the production of 'Proof'.

What is the play 'Proof' about?

The play 'Proof' follows Catherine, the daughter of a famous mathematics professor, who must confront her legacy and prove herself after a notebook containing a significant mathematical proof is found after his death.

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Obamas Back Broadway Play 'Proof' Revival

11 Mar

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Summary

Obamas' Higher Ground joins 'Proof' Broadway production.
Ayo Edebiri and Cheadle make their Broadway debuts.
The play explores themes of legacy and proving oneself.

Obamas Back Broadway Play 'Proof' Revival

Higher Ground, the production company founded by the Obamas, is expanding its reach into theater by joining the team behind a Broadway revival of the play 'Proof'. Performances are set to begin March 31 at the Booth Theatre, with an official opening night on April 16. This strictly limited 16-week engagement brings a new creative vision to the stage.

Ayo Edebiri and Don Cheadle are slated to make their Broadway debuts in this production. Edebiri will portray Catherine, the daughter of a renowned mathematics professor, played by Cheadle. The narrative unfolds after the professor's death when a crucial notebook is discovered, sparking debate over its authorship and forcing Catherine to confront her own legacy and the need to establish her worth.