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Jane Krakowski is heading across the pond to reprise the role of Mary Todd Lincoln in “Oh, Mary!”
The Tony and Olivier winner will be back in Mary’s petticoats starting Dec. 7 at London’s Trafalgar Theatre, with her
six-week run ending Jan. 16. Krakowski previously played the role on Broadway for a total of 12 weeks after her original eight-week run was extended.
Cole Escola’s Tony-winning play has now also extended its London run through June 5, 2027.
In a video announcing Krakowski’s return, the “30 Rock” star is seen practicing a British accent, even dropping the c-word. “Wait, is she still American?” Krakowski asks as she turns to the camera. Audiences will have to see the show to find out!
“Ghosts” star Lolly Adefope is currently playing Mary in London, with Lucy Frederick as Mary’s Chaperone, J.R. Ballantyne as Mary’s Husband’s Assistant, Vinnie Heaven as Mary’s Teacher and Syrus Lowe as Mary’s Husband. Other London Marys so far include Escola, who reprised the role for a filmed version that will air on HBO next year, Catherine Tate and Mason Alexander Park. “SNL” alum Bowen Yang is currently playing Mary on Broadway.
Sam Pinkleton directs “Oh, Mary!” on the West End. Producers include Kevin McCollum and Lucas McMahon; Mike Lavoie and Carlee Briglia with Bob Boyett; The Council; Jean Doumanian Productions; Nicole Eisenberg; Jay Marcus and George Strus; Irony Point; Richard Batchelder/ Bradley Reynolds; Tyler Mount/Tommy Doyle; Nelson & Tao; Palomares Miller & Rosenberg; ShowTown Productions; Jamie Wilson Productions and Wessex Grove.
