Samira Wiley Drops Out of Broadway's 'Proof' for Health Reasons, Tony Winner Kara Young Will Take Over
Samira Wiley has sadly withdrawn from the upcoming Broadway revival of Proof due to health reasons.
The former Orange Is the New Black and The Handmaid’s Tale actress was set to play the role of Claire in the acclaimed play, which begins preview performances on March 31.
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The producers announced on Tuesday (March 17) that she “is withdrawing from Proof, with the production’s complete support and well wishes, due to a treatable medical condition that calls for her full attention.”
Two-time Tony winner Kara Young is stepping in to take over as Claire.
Kara has been nominated for Tony Awards for the past four years and won in 2024 for Purlie Victorious and in 2025 for Purpose.
In Proof, Catherine (Ayo Edebiri), the brilliant but restless daughter of renowned mathematics professor Robert (Don Cheadle), is thrust into turmoil when a notebook containing a revelatory proof is discovered after his death. As debate erupts over its true authorship, Catherine must confront the power of legacy, and the cost of proving herself.
Performances for Proof begin on March 31 ahead of an opening night on April 16 at the Booth Theatre. The 16-week engagement will run through July 19. Get tickets now!