Meg Stalter is in the final stretch of her 10-week run playing Mary Todd Lincoln in Cole Escola’s Broadway production “Oh, Mary!,” which concludes in September. The role follows previous iterations by performers including Maya Rudolph, Cole Escola herself, and Jinkx Monsoon, with Bowen Yang set to take on the part after Stalter’s departure. Stalter has brought her own comedic sensibility to the character, emphasizing physical comedy and a childlike energy, incorporating what she describes as “tongue choreography” into her performance.
The actress earned her first individual Emmy nomination for a supporting actress in a comedy role, recognizing her work in “Hacks,” which wrapped its five-season run after generating 24 Emmy nominations for its final season. Stalter auditioned for “Oh, Mary!” after watching other performers in the role and working with a vocal coach to prepare. She has described feeling fortunate to perform in the play following the conclusion of her previous series.
Beyond her theatrical commitments, Stalter has developed a passion for cooking in recent years and partnered with the food brand Knorr for its “Ultimate Chicken Roast” campaign, which highlights the company’s Chicken Bouillon and Premium Flavor Base. The partnership included a New York event where attendees sampled dishes prepared by chef Sohla El-Waylly while Stalter participated in the proceedings. Stalter acknowledged that her newfound cooking skills have proven practical given her demanding eight-show-per-week schedule, as she considers nutrition and digestion when planning meals around performances.
Regarding her upcoming Emmy appearance, Stalter indicated that preparations for her red carpet look remain in development, working with collaborator Paul Downs on the styling details.
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