What is unique about Krakowski and Jackson's approach to the comedy?

The duo share a natural comedic chemistry and are committed to the bit, never winking at the audience, similar to their time on "30 Rock" where they had to stay ahead of the joke.

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Broadway Veteran Jane Krakowski Embraces Iconic 'Oh, Mary!' Role

Q: What is the "Oh, Mary!" play about?

"Oh, Mary!" is a hit comedy that imagines former First Lady Mary Todd Lincoln as a deranged wannabe cabaret star.

Q: How does Jane Krakowski's role in "Oh, Mary!" relate to her previous work?

Krakowski, known for her offbeat TV roles on "30 Rock" and "Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt," is embracing this "novel experience" in her Broadway career, reuniting with her co-star Cheyenne Jackson.

7 Nov

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Summary

Jane Krakowski takes over lead role in hit comedy "Oh, Mary!"
Reunites with "30 Rock" co-star Cheyenne Jackson on stage
Describes the play as a "novel experience" for her Broadway career

In November 2025, acclaimed Broadway actress Jane Krakowski has taken on the lead role in the hit comedy "Oh, Mary!," which imagines former First Lady Mary Todd Lincoln as a deranged wannabe cabaret star. Krakowski, best known for her offbeat television roles on "30 Rock" and "Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt," is embracing this "novel experience" in her storied career.

Krakowski, a veteran of productions like "Nine," "She Loves Me," and "Company," admits she felt a pang of jealousy when she first saw the play, wishing she had come up with the concept herself. After seeing it multiple times, she has now stepped into the role, with her "30 Rock" co-star Cheyenne Jackson joining her on stage as Mary's Teacher.

The duo share a natural comedic chemistry, having worked together previously. Jackson, who is making his Shakespeare debut with this role, says they are committed to the bit, never winking at the audience. Krakowski agrees, noting the fast-paced nature of the comedy is reminiscent of their time on "30 Rock," where they had to stay ahead of the joke.