Mason Alexander Park to return to 'Oh, Mary!', as Catherine Tate leaves for personal reasons
The rest of the cast includes Kate O’Donnell as Mary’s Chaperone, Oliver Stockley as Mary’s Husband’s Assistant, with Dino Fetscher as Mary’s Teacher, and Scott Karim as Mary’s Husband.
Catherine Tate, who has been performing as Mary Todd Lincoln in Cole Escola's hit comedy Oh, Mary! since April, is stepping back from the show for personal reasons.
Mason Alexander Park, who originated the role in the West End, will return to the part for the remainder of Tate's run. Escola will star in the show as planned from 20 July, making their West End debut.
An official statement from the show reads: "Due to personal reasons, Catherine Tate is no longer able to complete her run as Mary Todd Lincoln in Oh, Mary! at the Trafalgar Theatre.
"Mason Alexander Park will return to the role of Mary Todd Lincoln until 18 July. Cole Escola joins the show to play Mary Todd Lincoln from 20 July."
The rest of the cast includes Kate O’Donnell as Mary’s Chaperone, Oliver Stockley as Mary’s Husband’s Assistant, with Dino Fetscher as Mary’s Teacher, and Scott Karim as Mary’s Husband.
Written by Escola and directed by Sam Pinkleton, the full creative team 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).
The show follows the frustrated Mary Todd Lincoln in the weeks leading up to the assassination of her husband Abraham.
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Photo credit: Mason Alexander Park. (Photo by Manuel Harlan)
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!?
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What's the age recommendation 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 £37.
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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