Catherine Tate to star in 'Oh, Mary!' in the West End
Catherine Tate, who was most recently seen on stage in Sleeping Beauty at the London Palladium and The Enfield Haunting at the Ambassadors Theatre, will perform the role from 27 April to 18 July.
Summary
- Catherine Tate takes over from Mason Alexander Park as Mary Todd Lincoln in Oh Mary! in the West End
- She was last seen on stage in the Palladium pantomime
- The show has extended performances through July 2026
Catherine Tate will play Mary Todd Lincoln in Cole Escola's comedy Oh, Mary!, which is currently in performances at the Trafalgar Theatre in the West End. She will take over from Mason Alexander Park, who originated the role in the West End.
Tate, who was most recently seen on stage in Sleeping Beauty at the London Palladium and The Enfield Haunting at the Ambassadors Theatre, will perform the role from 27 April to 18 July.
Also joining the cast is Scott Karim (Wendy & Peter Pan, London Tide), who will play Mary’s Husband from 16 March.
Continuing in the play are Kate O’Donnell as Mary’s Chaperone, Oliver Stockley as Mary’s Husband’s Assistant, and Dino Fetscher as Mary’s Teacher.
Escola's riotous comedy, which began its life off Broadway before transferring to Broadway in 2024, follows Mary Todd Lincoln in the weeks leading up to her husband Abraham Lincoln's assassination — showing a very different side to the First Lady.
In a review for LondonTheatre.co.uk, our critic said: "The taboo aspect of this irreverent treatment of American icons likely hits very differently across the pond, but what does translate is the gleefully deranged humour and jaw-dropping plot."
Directed by Sam Pinkleton, the full creative team also includes dots (Scenic Designer), Holly Pierson (Costume Designer), Cha See (Lighting Designer), Daniel Kluger (Sound Design and Music), Drew Levy (Sound Designer), Leah J. Loukas (Wig Designer), and David Dabbon (Arrangements).
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Photo credit: Catherine Tate as Mary. (Courtesy of production)
Frequently asked questions
What is Oh, Mary! about?
Cole Escola’s outrageously funny, Tony-winning dark comedy Oh, Mary! makes its debut in London, starring Mason Alexander Park (Captain BeBop, The Sandman) as Mary Todd Lincoln in this wild reimagining of history. Directed by Sam Pinkleton, this deeply chaotic, queer show now arrives at the Trafalgar Theatre for a strictly limited season.
Where is Oh, Mary! playing?
Oh, Mary! is playing at Trafalgar Theatre. The theatre is located at 14 Whitehall, London, SW1A 2DY.
How long is Oh, Mary!?
The running time of Oh, Mary! is 1hr 20min. No interval.
How do you book tickets for Oh, Mary!?
Book tickets for Oh, Mary! on London Theatre.
What's the age requirement for Oh, Mary!?
The recommended age for Oh, Mary! is Ages 14+..
How much do tickets cost for Oh, Mary!?
Tickets for Oh, Mary! start at £38.
Who wrote Oh, Mary!?
Cole Escola is the playwright.
Who directed Oh, Mary!?
Sam Pinkleton stages the show.
Is Oh, Mary! appropriate for kids?
This bodacious comedy is recommended for those 14 and up.
Is Oh, Mary! good?
Hailed as being one of the best new comedies in years, Oh, Mary! earned incredible reviews, multiple Tony Awards, and was a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize. It’s a blend of sharp satire and outrageous humour that makes it one of the most acclaimed theatrical comedies of the decade.
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