Barbecue
A Play by Robert O’Hara
A sizzling satire on family dynamics and racial divides
January 10-February 2, 2025
Thursday-Saturday @ 8pm
Saturday-Sunday @ 2pm
Directed by Kimberly King
Barbecue, a dark comedy, explores family dynamics and addiction through the O’Mallery family, who stage a ham-handed intervention for their sister Barbara at a local park barbecue. The gathering ignites a fuse in this sharp and bold new comedy that skewers our warped view of the American family. As the story unfolds, it reveals two parallel versions of the family, one black and one white, highlighting racial stereotypes, addiction, and family dynamics. Barbecue is thought-provoking and challenges perceptions, making it a compelling and provocative piece of contemporary theater. From Obie and Helen Hayes Award winning, and Tony Award nominated writer Robert O’Hara, this Barbecue serves up a healthy helping of sibling love and loathing.
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Ticket Pricing:
SINGLE TICKETS: $27 all performances.
$3 Active Military, Student & Senior Discounts. Group rates available for parties of 8 or more (pricing will automatically adjust when 8 or more adult tickets are purchased together. Group rates only apply to adult ticket pricing).
For more information contact the box office at (619) 435-4856 or email boxoffice@coronadoplayhouse.com.
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Barbecue in the news
“…ferociously funny…” – Los Angeles Times
“…one of Robert O’Hara’s most interesting works yet.” – OnStage
“Barbecue roasts its raw characters, while at the same time basting the audience in juicy observations about race and class. – New York Theater
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