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\t\t<\/p>\n Samira Wiley<\/strong><\/a> has sadly withdrawn from the upcoming Broadway revival of Proof<\/em><\/strong> due to health reasons. <\/p>\n The former Orange Is the New Black<\/em> and The Handmaid\u2019s Tale<\/em> actress was set to play the role of Claire in the acclaimed play, which begins preview performances on March 31. <\/p>\n Keep reading to find out more\u2026<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n The producers announced on Tuesday (March 17) that she \u201cis withdrawing from Proof<\/em>, with the production\u2019s complete support and well wishes, due to a treatable medical condition that calls for her full attention.\u201d<\/p>\n Two-time Tony winner Kara Young<\/strong><\/a> is stepping in to take over as Claire. <\/p>\n Kara<\/strong> has been nominated for Tony Awards for the past four years and won in 2024 for Purlie Victorious<\/em> and in 2025 for Purpose<\/em>. <\/p>\n In Proof<\/em>, Catherine (Ayo Edebiri<\/strong>), the brilliant but restless daughter of renowned mathematics professor Robert (Don Cheadle<\/strong>), 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. <\/p>\n Performances for Proof <\/em>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<\/a>!<\/p>\n <\/span><\/p><\/div>\n