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Maya Rudolph Extends Broadway Run in “Oh, Mary!” After Record-Breaking Week
5/8/2026, 12:57:45 PM
Core Event: Extension of Limited Engagement
Maya Rudolph’s limited engagement as Mary Todd Lincoln in the Broadway comedy “Oh, Mary!” has been extended by two weeks. The original contract called for her to perform through June 20, 2026; the new schedule now runs through July 5, 2026. The extension follows a debut week in which the production set two box-office records, prompting producers to retain Rudolph for an additional period.
Background & Context: Production History and Recent Success
“Oh, Mary!” opened at the Lyceum Theatre on July 11, 2024. Created by Cole Escola and directed by Sam Pinkleton (known for *The Rocky Horror Show*), the comedy centers on a fictionalized Mary Todd Lincoln. The role of Mary has been performed by a rotating roster that includes Betty Gilpin, Tituss Burgess, Jinkx Monsoon, Hannah Solow, Jane Krakowski, and John Cameron Mitchell. Rudolph, a former *Saturday Night Live* cast member and star of *Bridesmaids*, made her Broadway debut in the part on April 28, 2026.
Key Figures & Groups
- Maya Rudolph – lead performer, playing Mary Todd Lincoln.
- Cole Escola – creator and original portrayer of Mary.
- Sam Pinkleton – director of the production.
- Castmates – Phillip James Brannon, Cheyenne Jackson, Bianca Leigh, and Tony Macht.
- Producers – Kevin McCollum, Lucas McMahon, Mike Lavoie, and Carlee Briglia, who announced the extension.
Data & Statistics: Box-Office Milestones
- First week after Rudolph’s debut generated a weekly gross of $1,540,980, the highest ever for both the production and the Lyceum Theatre.
- The single-performance take on Friday, May 1, 2026 reached $199,935, establishing a new house record.
- “Oh, Mary!” became the first show in the Lyceum’s 121-year history to exceed $1 million in a single week.
- Since that milestone, the production has broken its own weekly gross record 13 times.
- It is the first show of the 2024-25 Broadway season to recoup its initial investment.
Why It Matters: Financial Impact and Seasonal Significance
The record-setting grosses demonstrate strong audience demand for the comedy and for Rudolph’s performance, reinforcing the Lyceum Theatre’s commercial viability. Achieving a $1 million-plus week and multiple record-breakings positions “Oh, Mary!” as a leading financial driver in the current Broadway season, potentially influencing future casting and production decisions. The extension also underscores the producers’ confidence in sustaining the show’s momentum through the summer months.
Official Statements & Responses
Producers Kevin McCollum, Lucas McMahon, Mike Lavoie, and Carlee Briglia announced that, in response to the unprecedented box-office performance, Rudolph’s engagement will be extended through July 5, 2026, allowing the production to continue with its existing cast and creative team.
What’s Next: Upcoming Schedule
Maya Rudolph will remain in the title role for an additional two weeks, performing through July 5, 2026. The production will continue its run at the Lyceum Theatre with the current ensemble and creative staff.
