Proof Tickets

Proof Show Tickets

Take a thought-provoking journey into family and mental illness when you purchase Proof tickets. Written by American playwright David Auburn, Proof debuted in May 2000 and moved to Broadway that fall. The play tells the story of Catherine, the daughter of a mathematical professor named Robert. She cares for her father throughout a lengthy mental illness.

Shortly after Robert‘s death, one of his former students discovers a genius proof about prime numbers in his office. Catherine sets out to prove her father is the author and in so doing, faces her own fears of following in her father’s footsteps. She struggles with mental and mathematical challenges while being drawn into a relationship with her father’s student. Will she succeed in finding proof of her father’s discovery? Can she succeed in controlling her inner demons? Audiences are held spellbound as the story unfolds. Catherine’s plight is both heart-wrenching and relatable.

This moving production won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama and the Tony Award for Best Play in 2001. People who get Proof tickets are in for an emotional ride. It captures two unique positions—end of life and trying to find one’s way in life. Because of this, both young and old can appreciate it. The combination of intrigue and personal struggle makes for a captivating show.

How much are Proof tickets?

Proof tickets for a premium orchestra seat have a price range of around $150-$350 per ticket depending on the venue. Stick to your budget with cheap seats in the back of the theater. A balcony seat will typically run $35-$55 each. Due to the size of the theatres on Broadway, ticket prices in New York can sometimes be 50-75% more than a touring performance.

Proof Show Schedule

Check the Proof schedule above to find a tour date that is convenient for you. When the performance is running for a week or longer, it usually runs Tuesday through Sunday with Matinées typically available on Saturday and Sunday. Be sure to catch the show at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre in Los Angeles, Walnut Street Theatre in Philadelphia, Sarofim Hall at the Hobby Center in Houston or another theatre near you.