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Broadway's Proof Revival Launches with Star-Studded Cast

3/31/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The Broadway revival of David Auburn's Proof opens at the Booth Theatre on April 16, 2026.
Ayo Edebiri stars as Catherine and Don Cheadle plays Robert under Tony winner Thomas Kail's direction.
The production aims to explore Proof's 25-year legacy.
Accessibility includes a $49 digital lottery and $45 student rush tickets.
Proof debuted in 2000 and won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 2001.

History

Historical Context

David Auburn's play Proof premiered Off-Broadway in May 2000 and won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 2001, marking a significant moment in contemporary American theater. The play's themes of mental health and genius resonate with audiences, leading to its revival at the Booth Theatre in 2026, featuring actors Ayo Edebiri and Don Cheadle, highlighting its lasting impact on discussions of intellectualism in the arts.

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Story summary

The Broadway revival of David Auburn's Proof opens at the Booth Theatre on April 16, 2026.
Ayo Edebiri stars as Catherine and Don Cheadle plays Robert under Tony winner Thomas Kail's direction.
The production aims to explore Proof's 25-year legacy.
Accessibility includes a $49 digital lottery and $45 student rush tickets.
Proof debuted in 2000 and won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 2001.

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