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Ayo Edebiri and Don Cheadle make their long-awaited Broadway debuts in David Auburn’s Pulitzer and Tony Award winning play.

4.8
Tickets starting at $102.26
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Critics’ Reviews (3)

A collection of our favorite reviews from professional news sources.
Variety

"A scintillating play that continues to resonate."

Variety

Aramide Tinubu

Entertainment Weekly

"Don Cheadle's portrayal is filled with sparks of genius."

Entertainment Weekly

Emlyn Travis

Deadline

"Ayo Edebiri is a revelation in a transfixing Broadway debut."

Deadline

Helen Shaw

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Customer Reviews (52)

4.8
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Ayo was great
"Seating close to the stage allowed us to see the full range of Ayo Edebiri’s expressions. A truly remarkable performance."
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Charles P from Albuquerque on May 29, 2026
Star studded cast shines
"All members of the cast gave outstanding performances and the set was as outstanding as the performances."
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Broadway.com Customer on May 25, 2026
Phenomenal acting
"I thought this show was phenomenal. The acting was top tier and the story was well put together through the show. It was extremely engaging despite there only being four actors and the same scene/location! I would highly recommend seeing it before it’s gone!"
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Jessica S from Brooklyn on May 24, 2026
Phenomenal cast
"Edebiri was captivating as a young woman, grieving the loss of a brilliant mind. She is misunderstood and underestimated. We've all experienced this at some point in our lives and she did it so well. Young was wonderful as a sister trying to do her best. Cheadle, do I need to elaborate? And Ha was so believable and when we didn't like him, we got it. Phenomenal."
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Broadway.com Customer on May 19, 2026
Fabulous show
"The actors were magnificent. The play amongst them was seamless, beautifully paced and uplifting. It was a great night for all. "
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Broadway.com Customer on May 18, 2026
Broadway needs more plays like this!
"The two leads were outstanding, nothing less than I expected from such talents. Of the supporting cast I have some reservations on the casting choice for Katie's sister. The story line is as applicable to our times as when it was written. "
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Arnie T from New York on May 6, 2026
A story that needs to be told
"A simple but relevant story that maintains focus on mental health, family dynamics and relationships. Cheadle is the name but the 3 other mains (Edebiri, Young, Ha) carry the show. Ayo makes the transition from the small screen to the big stage in a way that seems this is where she belongs. Her physical presence is felt but balanced against the subtle nuance of a long pause or facial reaction. The topic is heavy but the tone is light due to some fun banter and laughter throughout. Cheers!"
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Randy G from Bloomingdale on Apr 25, 2026
Incredible Show
"Proof starring Don Cheadle and the cast of incredible actors did an incredible show. This play made you cry, laugh and was thought provoking. Congratulation to an extremely talented team of actors. "
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Adrian H from Middletown on Apr 23, 2026
Moving and So Poignant
"I thought Ayo Edebiri was terrific in this show. Her timing is so good. Her intensity is gripping. I can't wait to see more of her."
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Broadway.com Customer on May 7, 2026
PROOF positive!
"PROOF was certainly very worthy of the TONY Award and the PULITZER for Playwriting when it first arrived on Broadway. This revival brings us a stellar cast of 2 Broadway veterans and two exceptional "newcomers", in a very thoughtful & entertaining night of theater."
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Broadway.com Customer on Apr 30, 2026
excellent drama
"overall well done by the actors. We enjoyed the attitude that Ayo brought to Catherine's character as it helped provide good energy to the performance. Because of this, the play didn't feel weighted down by the depression of the characters. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Apr 13, 2026

About Proof

In Proof, Catherine, the brilliant but restless daughter of renowned mathematics professor Robert, 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.

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