Plays

Proof Tickets

Duration

2 hr

A Tony and Pulitzer-winning drama returns to Broadway, unraveling family secrets and mathematical genius in a play that’s as sharp as it is moving.

This revival of David Auburn’s Pulitzer and Tony-winning drama follows Catherine as she confronts legacy, genius, and doubt in a field where her voice is rarely believed.

Ayo Edebiri and Don Cheadle lead the cast, both acclaimed across film and television, under Tony-winning director Thomas Kail, bringing rich emotional detail to Auburn’s story.

Themes of trust, ambition, and mathematical discovery drive the tension as questions about authorship and ability reshape family bonds and professional expectations.

Playing a limited run at the Booth Theatre, the play returns to Broadway for the first time since its original triumph. Book your Proof Broadway play tickets now!

The story

In Proof, Catherine mourns the loss of her brilliant father, a renowned mathematician whose mind shaped her world and complicated her future. As her sister steps in with firm practicality and an eager graduate student uncovers a groundbreaking proof, Catherine must confront whether the work belongs to her father or to her. Questions of trust, inheritance, and identity play out in a tense domestic landscape that blurs genius with instability. The answer, and its consequences, push Catherine toward a truth she can’t outrun.

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Show details

Categories: Drama, Play, Tony winner, Critics' choice, Stars on stage

Audience: Strictly for 4+ yrs

Theater name: Booth Theatre

Find the best seats in the house with the Booth Theatre seating plan

Facilities: Bar, restrooms, lounge, coat check

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible, accessible restrooms, assistive listening devices, accessible seating

Cast & crew

Leading roles: Ayo Edebiri as Catherine, Don Cheadle as Robert, Samira Wiley as Claire, and Jin Ha as Hal

Playwright: David Auburn

Director: Thomas Kail

Set designer: Teresa L. Williams

Costume designer: Dede Ayite

Lighting designer: Amanda Zieve

Additional info

Children under the age of 4 years are not permitted in the theater.

Content warning: The production contains themes of grief, mental health, and family conflict.

Age suitability recommendations are just suggestions. So, trust your judgment when booking tickets for any show, and enjoy!

Security: To ensure your comfort and security, you might encounter a few security checks when you arrive at the venue.

Dress code: Smart casual or semi-formal attire is the way to go.

Outside food: While outside food isn't usually allowed, many theaters have cafes or restaurants nearby for you to check out before or after the show

Frequently asked questions about Proof

Q: How much do Proof Broadway play tickets cost?

A: Prices may change based on your choice of seats and show dates.

Q: Where is Proof playing in New York?

A: The play is showing at the Booth Theatre in New York.

Q: How long does the performance run?

A: The show runs for about 2 hours, including one intermission.

Q: What’s the story about?

A: Proof follows Catherine, the daughter of a brilliant but mentally ill mathematician, as she grapples with her father’s legacy and her own future.

Q: Is the show suitable for children?

A: The play is strictly for ages 4 years and above. The production contains themes of grief, mental health, and family conflict.

Q: Has Proof been adapted into a film?

A: Yes, Proof was adapted into a 2005 film starring Gwyneth Paltrow, Anthony Hopkins, and Jake Gyllenhaal.

Q: Is this Proof revival faithful to the original?

A: Yes. The revival preserves David Auburn’s structure and core themes while exploring new emotional textures under Thomas Kail’s direction.

Q: How does mathematics factor into the play?

A: The drama centers on a potentially revolutionary proof about prime numbers, raising questions about authorship, trust, and intellectual inheritance.

Q: Does the play discuss mental health?

A: Yes. The story sensitively examines the legacy of mental illness through Catherine’s relationship with her father and her fear of inheriting both his brilliance and his struggles.

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If you book tickets more than 14 days in advance, you will receive the tickets 14 days prior to the show date.

The ticket can be presented digitally along with a valid photo ID at the entrance on the day of your visit.

Please note most of the theatres do not allow entry post the show start time and we recommend you reach the venue 10-15 minutes early.