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Oh, Mary!

Oh, Mary!

Boston

Declared “one of the best comedies in years” by The New York Times, Oh, Mary! is about a miserable, suffocated Mary Todd Lincoln in the weeks leading up to Abraham Lincoln’s assassination, examined through the lens of an idiot (playwright Cole Escola).

Coming Soon

Coming Soon

Venue
Emerson Colonial Theatre, Boston (part of a tour)
Genre
Plays
Schedule

Dec 21, 2026 - Jan 3, 2027

Run time
80 minutes, no intermission
Tickets go on sale to the general public on Friday, April 3. Sign up to receive a presale email on Monday, March 30 HERE. 
Oh, Mary! is a dark comedy about a miserable, suffocated Mary Todd Lincoln in the weeks leading up to Abraham Lincoln’s assassination. Unrequited yearning, alcoholism, and suppressed desires abound in this 80-minute one-act play that finally examines the forgotten life and dreams of Mrs. Lincoln, through the lens of an idiot (playwright Cole Escola).
Declared “one of the best comedies in years” by The New York Times, Oh, Mary! received two Tony Awards including Best Direction of a Play (Sam Pinkleton), Drama League Awards for Outstanding Play and Outstanding Direction of a Play, as well as a special citation from the New York Drama Critics’ Circle. It was named a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize for Drama.

Good to know

Door Times

Approximately 60 minutes prior to the performance commencing.

Age Guidance

All audience members regardless of age must have a ticket. Children under the age of 15 must be accompanied by an adult.

Production Note

This production features water-based haze and one single gunshot.

Terms & conditions apply to this performance.

Plan your visit

Emerson Colonial Theatre

106 Boylston St, Boston, 02116, United States

Step into Boston’s historic Emerson Colonial Theatre for unforgettable live shows, complete with on-site bars, signature snacks, and in-seat delivery. Located in the vibrant Theater District near Boston Common.

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Venue Info

Accessibility

We believe that the joy of live performances should be accessible to all, and we're committed to removing barriers so everyone can enjoy entertainment in a comfortable, inclusive, and welcoming environment.

This venue provides:

  • Step free access and wheelchairs

  • Accessible toilets

See the venue page for detailed information about all the accessibility arrangements available.