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Oh, Mary!: Hilarious Lincoln satire hits London
28 Nov
Summary
- Play reimagines Mary Todd Lincoln as a cabaret star.
- Show achieved blockbuster success in New York.
- It won Tony Awards for Best Actor and Director.
The acclaimed one-act play "Oh, Mary!" is set to open in London's West End following a highly successful run in New York. The production audaciously reimagines Mary Todd Lincoln as an unhinged, alcoholic aspiring cabaret star, divorced from the historical context of the Civil War and her husband's presidency.
"Oh, Mary!" garnered significant attention and awards in New York, including Tony Awards for its non-binary lead actor and writer Cole Escola, and its director Sam Pinkleton. Its success attracted notable figures from the entertainment industry, prompting comparisons to "Hamilton" in its cultural impact.
The play's creator, Cole Escola, emphasized the show's comedic intent, stating that it aims to be "the stupidest, funniest thing possible" and is not a historical document. Despite its fantastical premise, some elements, like Mary Todd Lincoln's public behavior, echo historical accounts, adding layers to the satire.
