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HBO lands live capture of Cole Escola play Oh, Mary!

A filmed West End performance will premiere on television and streaming next year, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

Updated Sep 10, 2026 · 19:47 UTC1 reports

The short version

  • HBO has secured rights to broadcast and stream a recorded London performance of the hit comedy play 'Oh, Mary!' starring creator Cole Escola.[The Hollywood Reporter]
  • The recording took place at the Trafalgar Theatre in July 2026, featuring cast members Giles Terera, Bianca Leigh, Tony Macht, and Michael Urie.[The Hollywood Reporter]
  • The television presentation is scheduled to air on HBO and stream on HBO Max sometime next year.[The Hollywood Reporter]

Key facts

  • A filmed performance of 'Oh, Mary!' starring creator Cole Escola is scheduled to premiere on HBO and stream on HBO Max next year.[The Hollywood Reporter]
  • The performance was recorded on July 28, 2026, at the Trafalgar Theatre in London's West End under director Sam Pinkleton.[The Hollywood Reporter]
  • The capture features Giles Terera, Bianca Leigh, Tony Macht, and Michael Urie performing alongside Escola.[The Hollywood Reporter]
  • The production earned Tony Awards for Escola and Pinkleton, as well as an Olivier Award for its London staging.[The Hollywood Reporter]

Sources

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