The O'Mallerys have gathered in their local park to share some barbecue and straight talk with their sister Barbara, whose spiral of drugs and recklessness has forced her siblings to stage an open-air intervention. But the event becomes raucous and unpredictable as familial stereotypes collide with hard realities, and racial politics slam up against the stories we tell—and maybe even believe—about who we were and who we've become.
Becky Ann Baker, known for her extensive work on Broadway including "All My Sons" and "Assassins," as well as her TV role in "Freaks and Geeks," brought her seasoned talent to the cast of "Barbecue" in this memorable past production. more...
John Earl Jelks, a Tony nominee for August Wilson's Radio Golf, has an impressive Broadway and Off-Broadway resume, including a recent appearance in Barbecue at The Public Theater. more...
Tamberla Perry, known for her roles in "They Cloned Tyrone" and "APB," brought her dynamic talent to the stage in "Barbecue," adding to her impressive theatrical resume which includes award-winning performances in Chicago and beyond. more...
Heather Alicia Simms, known for her versatile performances on Broadway in Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom and A Raisin in the Sun, also captivated audiences Off-Broadway in productions like Barbecue, where she showcased her dynamic range and talent. more...
Benja Kay Thomas, a New York-based actor with an impressive array of credits including Off-Broadway's "Barbecue" at the Atlantic Theater, has also been recognized with prestigious OBIE and AUDELCO awards. more...
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