True West at The Roustabouts Theatre Co.

Mainstage Show

True West

By Sam Shepard

Directed by Phil Johnson

Starring Jason Maddy, David McBean, Dave Rivas & Vicky Dawson

Step into the raw and riveting world of Sam Shepard's "True West," where the blistering heat of the California desert mirrors the searing tensions between estranged brothers, Austin and Lee. Set against the backdrop of a suburban house, this modern American classic unravels a primal struggle for identity and dominance as the siblings confront their turbulent past and uncertain futures. With dark humor and relentless intensity, "True West" explores the fragile line between civilization and chaos, posing profound questions about authenticity, ambition, and the untamed wilderness within us all. Discover Shepard's masterwork brought to life in a production that promises to captivate and provoke.

“A tour de force of dramatic tension and psychological depth.” - Variety

“A searing, intense exploration of brotherhood, identity, and the American Dream” - The New York Times

March 27 - April 13, 2025

Diversionary Theatre

4545 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA 92116

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Authors

• Sam Shepard