Whoopi Goldberg’s ‘The Whoopi Monologues’ Debuts at Lincoln Center

The reimagined one‑woman show The Whoopi Monologues opened at the Mitzi E. Newhouse Theater, Lincoln Center in New York City on July 13, 2026. The production, celebrating the 20th anniversary of Goldberg’s original Broadway run, features a rotating cast of Black actresses—including Kerry Washington, Dominique Fishback, Kecia Lewis, Danielle Pinnock and Kara Young—who each perform the characters originally created by Goldberg. Washington leads the initial run but will be replaced by Jurnee Smollett on August 4, with the show scheduled to close on August 30.

The premiere also marked a rare public appearance by Goldberg with her daughter, Alexandrea Martin Dean, who walked the red carpet supporting her mother. Goldberg, an EGOT winner, recently announced a forthcoming documentary about her life and career and was recently named a Tony nominee for a Special Theatrical Presentation for the show. The event generated significant social‑media attention and highlighted the continuing relevance of Goldberg’s work.

The production blends humor, nostalgia, and contemporary commentary, underscoring Goldberg’s lasting impact on theatre and popular culture.