Broadway Revival of Proof Starring Ayo Edebiri and Don Cheadle Now on Sale
David Auburn’s celebrated play Proof, winner of both the Tony and Pulitzer Prize, is now available for ticket purchase. The revival stars Ayo Edebiri and Don Cheadle, alongside Samira Wiley and Jin Ha.
Performance Details
The production will be staged at the Booth Theatre, beginning previews on March 31, 2026. The official opening night is scheduled for April 16, 2026. Tony Award-winning director Thomas Kail leads the creative team.
Plot Overview
Proof follows Catherine (played by Edebiri), the gifted but unsettled daughter of a celebrated mathematics professor, Robert (played by Cheadle). After Robert’s death, a notebook containing a groundbreaking proof is found. As controversy grows over who actually authored the proof, Catherine faces challenges tied to legacy and proving her own abilities.
Creative Team
- Original Music: Kris Bowers
- Scenic Design: Teresa L. Williams
- Costume Design: Dede Ayite
- Lighting Design: Amanda Zieve
- Sound Design: Justin Ellington and Connor Wang
- Hair and Wig Design: Mia Neal
- Casting: Daniel Swee
- Production Stage Manager: Sara Gammage
- General Manager: Baseline Theatrical
About Proof
Proof premiered off-Broadway at Manhattan Theatre Club in 2000 before moving to Broadway, where it earned six Tony Award nominations, winning three, including Best Play, and secured the 2001 Pulitzer Prize for Drama.
Summary: The Broadway revival of Proof brings a fresh take with a stellar cast, exploring themes of genius, family, and the pursuit of truth, promising a compelling theatrical experience in 2026.