Meg Stalter to don Mrs. Lincoln's bratty curl wig in Oh, Mary!
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Key Points:
- Cole Escola, the playwright of "Oh, Mary!", expressed deep admiration for the character Mary Todd Lincoln and the impact of their own work on actor Stalter, who relates strongly to the role despite personal differences like not drinking.
- Stalter shared a heartfelt statement about their connection to the character and their long-standing appreciation for Cole Escola, referencing their past personal history and expressing gratitude for the opportunity to be part of the play.
- "Oh, Mary!" has featured a notable cast including Maya Rudolph, who made her Broadway debut in the production, and other stars such as Betty Gilpin, Tituss Burgess, Jinx Monsoon, Jane Krakowski, and John Cameron Mitchell.
- Following Cole Escola's Tony win for their performance, the play continues to attract high-profile talent, with Stalter set to begin their role in the production starting July 6.