Time: 2024-07-24
The Broadway premiere of Cole Escola 's hit comedy Oh , Mary ! has been extended at the Lyceum Theatre in New York City . Originally scheduled to run through September 15 , 2024 , the production will now continue until November 10 , 2024 . Directed by Tony Award nominee Sam Pinkleton , Oh , Mary ! opened to rave reviews on July 11 , 2024 . Featuring an ensemble cast including Conrad Ricamora , James Scully , Bianca Leigh , and Tony Macht , the show has been a box office success , breaking records at the Lyceum Theatre.
Cole Escola stars in the title role as a miserable Mary Todd Lincoln with a stellar cast that includes Conrad Ricamora and James Scully . Escola 's performance has been lauded as radical and groundbreaking in a Broadway season that lacked queer and trans visibility . In addition to their Broadway debut , Escola has made appearances on popular late - night shows and events like the Met Gala . The 80 - minute show , directed by Sam Pinkleton , features a unique script that showcases Mary Todd Lincoln in the weeks leading up to Abraham Lincoln 's assassination.
While theatergoers flock to the Lyceum Theatre for Oh , Mary ! , another must - see performance is taking place at New York City 's Little Island . Open Throat , adapted from Henry Hoke 's novel , follows the journey of a queer mountain lion living under the Hollywood sign . The play features a talented cast including Chris Perfetti , Calvin Leon Smith , and Jo Lampert , bringing the story to life in a unique and engaging way . Open Throat poses thought - provoking questions about human nature and our impact on the natural world.
Broadway composer Stephen Schwartz has teamed up with Kristin Chenoweth and F. Murray Abraham for The Queen of Versailles musical , set to premiere in Boston this summer . The production offers a fresh take on one of America 's richest couples and their tumultuous journey to build a lavish mansion in Orlando . With a talented cast and crew , including director Michael Arden , The Queen of Versailles promises to be a potential Broadway hit . In addition , comedian Margaret Cho has been named the 2024 - 45 Vanguard Award & Residency recipient at Joes Pub in New York City , curating a diverse lineup of performances for the upcoming year . Cho 's residency will feature a variety of artists and shows that promise to entertain and inspire audiences.
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