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Cole Escola moved to New York for college and, after dropping out, found their way into the city’s comedy scene. In 2008, Escola met comedian Jeffery Self, who shared their passions for theatre and ‘90s sitcoms, inspiring them to create a YouTube series as the "Very Good Looking (VGL) Gay Boys." Following the cult success of their videos, they received their own TV show on Logo, *Jeffery & Cole Casserole*, which ran for two seasons. Escola later had roles on *Difficult People*, *Search Party*, *Big Mouth*, *At Home with Amy Sedaris* (which earned them a Writers Guild Award), and more before writing and leading the original cast of *Oh, Mary!*

Beyond acting, Escola wrote for comedy TV shows like *Ziwe*, *The Other Two*, and *Difficult People*. In 2021, they released a YouTube rendition of their live special "Help! I'm Stuck With Cole Escola" and, in 2023, they released an homage to '70s westerns on YouTube called "Our Home Out West." Vanity Fair added Escola’s performance to its 25 Best Performances of 2023 list.

## What to watch for

- While *Oh, Mary!* marks Escola’s Broadway debut, they’re no stranger to performing in New York. The Public Theater’s Joe’s Pub was a stop on the tour of their live solo show *Help! I'm Stuck.* 
- Numerous Hollywood actresses have played Mary Todd Lincoln in film and television adaptations of President Abraham Lincoln’s life. They include Mary Tyler Moore, Sally Field, Donna Murphy, and Mary Elizabeth Winstead. 
- Director Sam Pinkleton is best known as a Broadway choreographer for hit musicals like *Amelie* and *Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812*, for which he earned a Tony Award nomination.
- *Oh, Mary!* features original music by Daniel Kluger, a Tony-nominated composer, orchestrator, and sound designer known for his work on shows like *The Sound Inside*, *Significant Other*, and the 2019 revival of *Oklahoma!*

## Important information

- Children under 4 are not permitted in the theatre.
- This production uses a gunshot sound effect. This production uses theatrical haze and smoke.
- No weapons permitted on the premises. No outside food or beverages, electric scooters, e-bikes, or battery-powered transportation devices, except when medically necessary.
- All items are subject to inspection. Anything brought into the theatre must fit on your lap or completely under your seat without blocking any aisles. Avoid bringing packages, luggage, and backpacks. Some items must be checked.
- The use of cameras, cell phones, and other recording devices during the show is strictly prohibited by law, except when used for accessibility services.

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See this historical dark comedy, now nominated for five Tony Awards, about the untold struggles of Mary Todd Lincoln before she lost Abe. Get a glimpse into Mary's hidden desires and personal struggles, filtered through queer comic playwright Cole Escola's wacky mind.

Hannah Solow will play the role of Mary Todd Lincoln from September 30 through October 12, and Jane Krakowski will step in the role from October 14 through January 4, 2026. The critically acclaimed play from Tony Award-winning comedian, writer, and actor Cole Escola (*Search Party*) sheds light on the lesser-known story of Mary Todd Lincoln as never before. Get *Oh, Mary!* tickets on New York Theatre Guide now.

## What is *Oh, Mary!* about?

*Oh, Mary!* explores the inner conflicts of Mary Todd Lincoln in the days preceding her husband’s tragic assassination, an event that changed American history forever. Promising a distinctive exploration of historical intrigue and personal turmoil, the *Oh, Mary!* play offers insight into one of history’s most enigmatic figures through a funny, surreal lens. Tony Award nominee Sam Pinkleton directs.

## Who is Cole Escola?

Cole Escola — who wrote and won a Tony Award for originally playing the title role of *Oh, Mary!*, is an actor, writer, and comedian who found their path in New York City’s comedy circuit. In 2008, Escola met comedian Jeffery Self, who shared Escola’s love for theatre and '90s sitcoms, motivating the pair to create a series of YouTube videos as the "Very Good Looking (VGL) Gay Boys." Following the videos’ cult success, Escola and Self launched their own TV show on Logo named *Jeffery & Cole Casserole*, which ran for two seasons. Escola subsequently appeared in shows like *Difficult People*, *Search Party*, *At Home with Amy Sedaris*, *Big Mouth*, and more.

Apart from acting, Escola wrote for comedy TV programs like *Ziwe*, *The Other Two*, and *Difficult People*. In 2021, they released a YouTube version of their live special "Help! I'm Stuck With Cole Escola," and in 2023, they presented a YouTube homage to '70s Westerns titled "Our Home Out West," which earned Escola a place in Vanity Fair’s 25 Best Performances of 2023 list.

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This dark comedy shines a spotlight on Mary Todd Lincoln and the challenges she faced in her time as First Lady — but with plenty of irreverent, silly twists. This intimate portrayal of Mary's internal struggles takes on a new character through queer comic playwright Cole Escola's unconventional perspective. Now nominated for five Tony Awards.

Jane Krakowski stars as Mary Todd Lincoln in [*Oh, Mary!*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/37743-oh-mary) on Broadway at the [Lyceum Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/venues/lyceum-theatre-ny) through January 4, 2026.

Krakowski is a Tony Award winner for playing Carla Albanese in the 2003 revival of *Nine*. She was also nominated for her roles in *Grand Hotel* and *She Loves Me*, and she received an Olivier Award for starring in a *Guys and Dolls* revival in London's West End.

She is best known, however, for playing Jenna Maroney on *30 Rock*, for which she earned four Emmy Award nominations for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series. She also earned an Emmy nomination for playing Jacqueline White in *Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt*, and she also played Elaine Vassal in *Ally McBeal*.

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John-Andrew Morrison stars as Mary's Husband in [*Oh, Mary!*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/37743-oh-mary) on Broadway at the [Lyceum Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatres/lyceum-theatre-ny) through January 4, 2026.

Morrison earned a Tony Award nomination for his performance in the Best Musical winner *A Strange Loop* on Broadway after winning Lucille Lortel and Obie Awards for the show's Off-Broadway premiere. He is also an Outer Critics Circle honoree for his performance in *Blues for an Alabama Sky* off Broadway.

Among his other major theatre credits are multiple shows with The Classical Theater Of Harlem, including the Obie-winning *The Blacks - A Clown Show*, *Caligula* opposite [André De Shields](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/stars-on-stage/andre-de-shields), and *Malvolio*, a New York Times Critic's Pick.

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Cheyenne Jackson stars as Mary's Teacher in [*Oh, Mary!*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/37743-oh-mary) on Broadway at the [Lyceum Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatres/lyceum-theatre-ny) through January 4, 2026.

Cheyenne Jackson is known for his work on both stage and screen, including his roles as Michael Ginsberg in *30 Rock* and Will Drake in *American Horror Story*. On Broadway, he has played roles in more than 10 productions, such as Cinderella's Prince in *Into the Woods*, Sonny in *Xanadu* (Drama Desk Award nomination), Woody Mahoney in *Finian's Rainbow* (Drama Desk nomination), and Chad in *All Shook Up* (Theatre World Award for Outstanding Broadway Debut).

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Jenn Harris stars as Mary's Chaperone in [*Oh, Mary!*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/37743-oh-mary) on Broadway at the [Lyceum Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/venues/lyceum-theatre-ny).

Harris is best known for her onscreen roles in the film *American Fiction* and TV shows including *High Maintenance, Elsbeth, Search Party, 30 Rock, Gayby, Difficult People, Younger*, and *Bored to Death*. She is also a stage veteran, having won Lucille Lortel and Theatre World Awards for her performance in *Modern Orthodox* off Broadway.

Additional theatre credits include originating the role of Clarice Starling in *Silence! The Musical* and writing two shows, *My Name is Karen!* and *Snitch*, for Theaterworks Hartford.

Also a writer and director, Harris wrote, directed, and starred in the short film *She's Clean* co-directed the short *Island Queen* starring Rachel Dratch and Jesse Tyler Ferguson, and co-created the series *NEW YORK IS DEAD*, which premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival and won Best Comedy at the New York Television Festival.

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Martin Landry stars as Mary's Husband's Assistant in [*Oh, Mary!*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/37743-oh-mary) on Broadway at the [Lyceum Theatre]. He made his Broadway debut as an understudy for various roles in the Broadway play in 2024. He has also appeared in the Off-Broadway musicals *Between the Lines* and *Dog Man*, and the TV show *Only Murders in the Building*.

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The Lyceum Theatre is one of Broadway's longest running, and most storied venues. It is the oldest continually operating theatre in New York City, delivering its rich tradition and history since opening its doors in 1903. Uniquely, it is one of the few theatres that was built and still operates as a legitimate theatre. The stunning Beaux-Arts style facade and grandiose interior, designed by architects Herts & Tallant, are part of what make a night at Lyceum truly unforgettable one. The theatre has been home to a vast array of productions, from plays to musicals, and has played a key role in shaping the Broadway landscape. Some of the notable performances include 'The Voice Of The Turtle', 'Othello', 'Born Yesterday', and more recently, the Tony award-winning 'The Play That Goes Wrong'. 

 ## How to Get to the Venue 
 The Lyceum Theatre is prominently situated at 149 W 45th Street, almost in the very heart of Manhattan. It is well-serviced by public transport with several subway stations nearby - Times Square-42nd St (N,Q,R,S,1,2,3,7), 42nd St-Bryant Park (B,D,F,M), and 47th-50th streets-Rockefeller Center (B,D,F,M). Taxis and ride-share services like Uber are also readily available. Given its central location, it is also easily reachable by foot if you're already downtown.

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The Lyceum Theatre is Broadway's oldest continually operating theatre. Designed by Herts & Tallant and built by producer-manager David Frohman, the theatre officially opened on November 2, 1903. It was a replacement for Frohman's previous Lyceum Theatre on Fourth Street, which closed in 1902.

The inaugural production at the venue was the play *The Proud Prince*. The Lyceum Theatre was purchased in 1940 by a conglomerate of producers which included George S. Kaufman and Moss Hart, and in 1950, the Shubert Organization took ownership of the theatre. In 1974, the Lyceum Theatre became the first Broadway theatre to be granted landmark status.

## How to get to the Lyceum Theatre on Broadway

The Lyceum Theatre is closest to the 42nd Street - Times Square subway stop on the 1, 2, 3, 7, N, Q, R, W, and S lines. The closest bus stops are 6th Ave/W 44th St. on the M55, QM2, QM3, QM4, QM15, QM16, QM17, QM18, and QM20 lines; and 6th Ave/West 45th St. on the QM1, QM5, QM6, M5, and M7 lines.

## Restaurants near the Lyceum Theatre

Popular restaurants near the Lyceum Theatre include Havana Central (Cuban), Carmine's (Italian), Connolly's Irish pub, and Junior's (American). [Learn more about popular pre- and post-show restaurants in the Theatre District.](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatre-news/news/where-to-eat-before-and-after-a-broadway-show)

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Experience the Tony Award-winning *Buena Vista Social Club* on Broadway following a hit run at Atlantic Theater Company — the Off-Broadway powerhouse that originated hits including *Spring Awakening*, *Kimberly Akimbo*, *The Band’s Visit*, and more. Get *Buena Vista Social Club* tickets now.

Inspired by the Grammy-winning 1997 album of the same name, the *Buena Vista Social Club* musical tells a story inspired by the legendary artists who recorded the soul-stirring, foot-tapping music of Cuba’s golden age. Their groundbreaking namesake album *Buena Vista Social Club* inspired an Academy Award-nominated documentary that dove into the history of this ensemble, which recruited many Cuban artists who had been retired for years to authentically recapture Latin American musical genres such as son, bolero, and danzón. 

Now, the band's music comes to vivacious life in a passionate production directed by Tony Award nominee Saheem Ali (*Fat Ham*). He collaborates with an illustrious team that includes Marco Ramirez (who won a Drama Desk Award for *The Royale*) and choreographers Patricia Delgado and Justin Peck (who won a Tony Award for *Carousel* and choreographed Steven Spielberg's *West Side Story*).

## Important information

- Children under 4 are not permitted in the theatre. 
- No weapons permitted on the premises. No outside food or beverages, electric scooters, e-bikes, or battery-powered transportation devices, except when medically necessary. 
- All items are subject to inspection. Anything brought into the theatre must fit on your lap or completely under your seat without blocking any aisles. Avoid bringing packages, luggage, and backpacks. Some items must be checked. 
- The use of cameras, cell phones, and other recording devices during the show is strictly prohibited by law, except when used for accessibility services. 
- A bright light effect is used in this production. This production uses loud sound effects. This production uses theatrical haze and smoke.

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Hear the Grammy-winning eponymous album by Buena Vista Social Club come to life on stage in this 10-time Tony Award-nominated production. Discover how the pioneering music group revitalized the Cuban music scene and ushered in its Golden Age in this show that honors the vibrant, timeless sounds of the Caribbean.

The *Buena Vista Social Club* musical is named for the title band and its eponymous 1997 album that won a Grammy Award the next year. Buena Vista Social Club was active for two decades, up until 2015. Now, this musical honors the group's legacy and gives us a beat we can all groove to.

Saheem Ali, a Tony nominee for *Fat Ham*, directs the musical, working with bookwriter Marco Ramirez (Drama Desk Award for *The Royale*) and choreographers Justin Peck (Tony winner, *Carousel*, *Illinoise*) and Patricia Delgado. Dancing back into New York, *Buena Vista Social Club* on Broadway promises an electrifying experience of music and dance.

## What to watch for

- Buena Vista Social Club recorded their same-named album in just six days!
- Atlantic Theater Company is a downtown Off-Broadway theatre that has originated some of the world’s most famous musicals, including three recent Tony Award winners for Best Musical: *Spring Awakening*, *The Band’s Visit*, and *Kimberly Akimbo*. See what they produce now before the world sees it later!
- The musical brings together a renowned choreography team. Justin Peck won a Tony Award for Best Choreography for the recent revival of *Carousel*, and he also choreographed Steven Spielberg's Oscar-winning *West Side Story* film. Patricia Delgado, a principal dancer with the Miami City Ballet, co-choreographs *Buena Vista Social Club* and was Peck’s associate on *West Side Story*.
- The *Buena Vista Social Club* album was preserved in the United States National Recording Registry by the Library of Congress in 2022 for its cultural significance.

## Important information

A bright light effect is used in this production. This production uses loud sound effects. This production uses theatrical haze and smoke.

- Children under 4 are not permitted in the theatre. 
- No weapons permitted on the premises. No outside food or beverages, electric scooters, e-bikes, or battery-powered transportation devices, except when medically necessary. 
- All items are subject to inspection. Anything brought into the theatre must fit on your lap or completely under your seat without blocking any aisles. Avoid bringing packages, luggage, and backpacks. Some items must be checked. 
- The use of cameras, cell phones, and other recording devices during the show is strictly prohibited by law, except when used for accessibility services.

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The Grammy-winning, landmark Cuban album by the same-named music group is now the basis for a vibrant, celebratory musical, which has been nominated for 10 Tony Awards. Relive the Golden Age of Cuban music while hearing the renaissance of genres like son, bolero, and danzón.

"This is not the story of a nation; this is the story of a band," music producer Juan De Marcos (Luis Vega) says at the top of *Buena Vista Social Club*. Maybe the musical isn't the story of Cuba, from where the same-named group hailed, but it is much more than the story of a band, too.

"Buena Vista Social Club" is synonymous with a lightning-in-a-bottle cultural phenomenon: the group of Cuban musicians brought together, largely post-retirement, by De Marcos and others to record an album; that Grammy Award-winning album, which ushered in a renaissance of old-school Cuban dance music; the documentary film made about them, which was named to the National Film Registry in 2020; and the physical hall where many of BVSC's musicians got their start before the Cuban Revolution set in, upending their careers and shuttering the club alongside many others like it.

That singular tale — of forgotten friendships, sounds, and struggles alike getting an unexpected and irreplicable second act — is the story of *Buena Vista Social Club*, part true, part dramatized. The resulting plot may be predictable, but the staging and music of *Buena Vista* are lush, vibrant, and celebratory.

Director Saheem Ali's production is clearly designed as a showcase for the music anyway, and that's apparent from the the opening number, "El Carretero." (All the songs are either instrumental or sung in Spanish.) The full band is front and center, and a large ensemble fluidly grooves along as though the song is a current, sweeping them up and carrying them where it desires.

That irresistible impulse to just fall into the music carries throughout the show and extends to the audience. (*Buena Vista* is actually a show that makes you want to get up and dance, especially when Patricia Delgado and Justin Peck's explosive choreography kicks into high gear, but that's frowned upon in the theatre.) But nowhere is that submission more apparent than in Omara Portuondo (a potent Natalie Venetia Belcon), who abandons a mainstream singing career with her sister ("a life we can *control*," her sister notably calls it) to remain in Cuba, even as the revolution mounts and her family leaves, and perform Cuban music at the BVSC.

Decades later, her past regrets have hardened her — she eventually did pursue a solo career and left Compay Segundo and Ibrahim Ferrer, who introduced her to the BVSC, behind — but we watch in real time as recording with the BVSC dissolves her steely shell. A highlight of the show is the number "Candela," particularly the part in which the exacting Omara dismisses the flute player — "No one ever recorded a scorching rendition of anything with a flute," she claims — but when De Marcos asks him to play anyway, sure enough, the flute notes dance atop the melody like sparks, and Omara's charmed.

*Buena Vista* leaps back and forth between this album recording in the '90s and the characters' early careers in the '50s. Ali achieves these shifts seamlessly and in a swift two hours. Some Act 2 plot points, including the rise of the Revolution, get rushed in the process, as does the musical's exploration of how colorism impacts the musicians' opportunities, particularly Ferrer's.

The ending is thus bittersweet — that in this version of Buena Vista Social Club's story, it took decades for Ferrer and others to get the recognition they deserved. But getting to hear their music live at the [Linda Gross Theater](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatres/linda-gross-theater) now is a unique and worthwhile treat.

[*Buena Vista Social Club* is at Atlantic Theater Company's Linda Gross Theater through December 31.](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/31351-buena-vista-social-club)

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Read our four-star review of *Buena Vista Social Club*, a new musical inspired by the Cuban music group of the same name, now off Broadway through December 31.

The **Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre** is a celebrated Broadway theatre venue located in the heart of New York City, offering guests an immersion into the world of shows and performances. The theatre was built in 1917 and was initially known as the Plymouth Theatre. It was later renamed to honor the late Gerald Schoenfeld, a Broadway producer who significantly contributed to the world of arts. The architect was Herbert J. Krapp, who designed the theatre in a neo-classical style giving it an ambiance reminiscent of the golden era of theatre. It has a history of hosting numerous Tony Award-winning productions and enchanting audiences with its magnificent interior, comfortable seating, and top-notch acoustic technology. It can accommodate up to 1,080 guests. Beyond its artistic significance, the theatre is also central, located in close proximity to restaurants, shops, and the buzzing NYC nightlife.

**_How to get there:_** The Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre is situated at 236 W 45th St, right in the Theatre District. You can conveniently get there with a myriad of city transportation options, including subway (N,Q,R,W, 1,2,3,7), bus (M104, M42, M6, M10), taxi, or even walking if you reside nearby.

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Designed by Herbert J. Krapp and built by the Shuberts in 1917, the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre originally opened as the Plymouth Theatre in 1918. The theatre was leased to producer Arthur Hopkins, whose first production at the venue was the comedy *A Successful Calamity*, starring William Gillette and Estelle Winwood.

The Shuberts regained control of the theatre in 1948 after Hopkins passed away. The building became a designated New York landmark in 1987 and received its current name in 2005 to honor the late chairman of the Shubert Organization.

The theatre's architectural style is similar that of the Broadhurst Theatre on 44th Street, which directly abuts the Schoenfeld. Krapp designed both theatres, and they were built at the same time.

## How to get to the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre on Broadway

The Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre is closest to the 42nd Street - Port Authority subway stop on the A, C, and E subway lines. The closest bus stops are 8th Ave/W 46th St. on the M20 and M104 lines; 7th Ave/W. 44th St. on the M104 line; and 8th Ave/W 43rd St. on the M20, M104, and M34A-SBS line.

## Restaurants near the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre

The Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre is located one block southeast of Restaurant Row, the stretch of 46th Street between Eighth and Ninth Avenues lined with eateries serving various cuisines. Popular examples include Becco (Italian), Joe Allen (American), Le Rivage (French), and Jasmine's Caribbean Cuisine.

[Learn more about popular pre- and post-show restaurants in the Theatre District.](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatre-news/news/where-to-eat-before-and-after-a-broadway-show)

Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre  - New York Theatre Guide

The Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre, a New York landmark since 1987, was built by the Shuberts in 1917 and renamed in 2005.

Seating chart with two sections labeled Orchestra and Mezzanine, each with rows and columns of seats facing the stage at the top.

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