Broadway Revival of Proof Now on Sale
David Auburn’s acclaimed play Proof, winner of the Tony and Pulitzer Prize, is now available for tickets. The revival stars Ayo Edebiri and Don Cheadle, alongside Samira Wiley and Jin Ha.
Performance Details
The play will run at the Booth Theatre starting March 31, 2026, with an official opening night on April 16. Thomas Kail, a Tony Award-winning director, leads the production.
Plot Overview
The story centers on Catherine (Edebiri), the gifted but troubled daughter of Robert (Cheadle), a celebrated mathematics professor. After Robert’s death, a notebook with a groundbreaking proof is found, sparking controversy over who authored it. Catherine faces the challenge of defending her legacy and proving herself.
Creative Team
- Original music by Kris Bowers
- Scenic design by Teresa L. Williams
- Costume design by Dede Ayite
- Lighting design by Amanda Zieve
- Sound design by Justin Ellington and Connor Wang
- Hair and wig design by Mia Neal
- Casting by Daniel Swee
- Production stage manager: Sara Gammage
- General manager: Baseline Theatrical
Production History
Proof premiered off-Broadway at Manhattan Theatre Club in 2000 before moving to Broadway. It earned six Tony nominations, winning three awards including Best Play, and received the 2001 Pulitzer Prize for Drama.
"In Proof, Catherine must confront the power of legacy, and the cost of proving herself."
Summary: The upcoming Broadway revival of Proof, featuring Ayo Edebiri and Don Cheadle, promises a powerful exploration of legacy and genius, running from March 2026 at the Booth Theatre.