Mary Jane at Three Bone Theatre

Mary Jane

Written by Amy Herzog

Directed by Robin Tynes-Miller

https://www.threebonetheatre.com/season13/mary-jane

Starring

Nonye Obichere as Mary Jane

Cate Jo* as Amelia/Kat

Lisa Schacher* as Dr. Toros/Sherry

Banu Valladares as Ruthie/Tenkei

Maci Weeks* as Brianne/Chaya

Callie Richards as Swing

*indicates Three Bone Theatre debut

February 7-23, 2025

Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays at 8 p.m.

Sundays at 2 p.m.

Performances will be held at

The Arts Factory at West End Studios

1545 W. Trade St

https://www.threebonetheatre.com/season13/mary-jane 

NOMINEE- 2024 Tony Award for Best Play
WINNER- 2018 Drama Critics' Circle Award, Best Play
WINNER- 2018 Obie Award, Playwriting
New York Times Critics Pick

As Mary Jane navigates both the mundane and the unfathomable realities of caring for Alex, her chronically ill young son, she finds herself building a community of women from many walks of life. From Pulitzer Prize finalist Amy Herzog, Mary Jane is a heartbreak, life affirming portrait of a one mother’s search for hope. 

Captivating, affecting and compassionate, it’s the story of a single mother in an impossible family situation. Faced with seemingly insurmountable odds, Mary Jane relies on unflagging optimism and humor, along with the wisdom of the women around her who have become a makeshift family, to take on each new day. But will inner strength and newfound friendships be enough to see her through? 

The New York Times calls Mary Jane“the most profound of Herzog’s many fine plays.” And The New Yorker raves, “beautiful and remarkable... Herzog has made theatre that shines.”

Mary Jane contains some adult language, difficult conversations related to illness and caregiving, and descriptions of chronic illness in children. Recommended for ages 14+.

Community Partner Organization: Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Charlotte

This project is supported in part by the National Endowment for the Arts.

To find out more about how National Endowment for the Arts grants impact individuals and communities, visit www.arts.gov

“Miraculous and gutting…Herzog brings aching nuance and lived experience to the wrenching subject matter.” - US TODAY

“Captivating! It left me on the verge of tears for hours afterwards.” - THE GUARDIAN

“Amy Herzog delivers a work of remarkable courage.” - NY SUN

Authors

• Amy Herzog