Broadway is buzzing with excitement as two powerhouse talents join the cast of the Tony Award-winning comedy *Oh, Mary!* Tonight, the legendary John Cameron Mitchell and the charismatic Simu Liu step onto the stage of the historic Lyceum Theatre, adding their star power to an already stellar lineup. But here's where it gets even more thrilling: Mitchell, a Tony and Obie Award-winning actor, writer, and director, will portray the iconic role of Mary Todd Lincoln, while Liu makes his Broadway debut as Mary’s Teacher. Mitchell’s run extends through Sunday, April 26, and Liu will grace the stage until Tuesday, April 21. And this is the part most people miss: their addition to the cast is just the latest chapter in Oh, Mary!'s record-breaking journey.
The show, written by Tony Award winner Cole Escola and directed by Tony Award winner Sam Pinkleton, opened on Broadway on July 11, 2024, and quickly made history. It became the first production in the Lyceum Theatre’s 121-year history to gross over $1,000,000 in a single week. Since then, Oh, Mary! has shattered its own box office records twelve times and became the first show of the 2024-25 Broadway season to recoup its investment. Talk about a theatrical triumph!
The cast also includes the talented John-Andrew Morrison as Mary’s Husband, Jenn Harris as Mary’s Chaperone, and Tony Macht as Mary’s Husband’s Assistant. Together, they bring to life a story that’s as hilarious as it is heartfelt. Produced by Kevin McCollum, Lucas McMahon, Mike Lavoie, and Carlee Briglia, Oh, Mary! is a testament to the magic of live theater.
But here’s the controversial question: With such a star-studded cast and unprecedented success, is Oh, Mary! redefining what it means to be a Broadway blockbuster? Or is it simply riding the wave of its creators’ and cast’s immense talent? Let us know your thoughts in the comments—we’d love to hear your take on this theatrical phenomenon!
