American Buffalo

by David Mamet

Three small-time hustlers want a bigger cut of the American dream. David Mamet's explosive drama exposes a timely American truth: The hustle and the con are two sides of the same coin.

In a Chicago junk shop, three small-time crooks plot to rob a man of his coin collection, the showpiece of which is a valuable “Buffalo nickel.” These high-minded grifters fancy themselves businessmen pursuing legitimate free enterprise. But Donny, the  junk shop owner, Bobby, a young junkie Donny has taken under his wing, and “Teach,” a violently paranoid braggart, are merely pawns caught up in their own game of last-chance, dead-end, empty pipe dreams.

This performance is generously underwritten by the Tomayko Foundation.

Featuring:
David Whalen, Patrick Jordan, Brenden Peifer

Location:
barebones black box theater, 1211 Braddock Avenue, Braddock, PA 15104

Ticket Prices:
$40/ticket (November 17 - December 3)
$50/ticket (December 7 - 10)

Director:
Melissa Martin

Dates:
November 17, 18, 19, 24, 25, 26, 30
December 1, 2, 3, 7, 8, 9, 10 - with a new show added on December 9 at 2pm!

Showtimes:
8PM on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, 2PM on Sundays

BUY TICKETS
“the kind of revelatory theatrical experience that you will rarely see”
— Pittsburgh Quarterly
“top-of-their-games cast going full-throttle at crackling dialogue, this production is a feast”
— OnStage Pittsburgh

brew gentlemen pop-up

The BG (Brew Gentlemen) pop-up is back in the theater's adjacent restaurant space at 1211 Braddock Ave before and after the show!

Enjoy a casual menu from rotating local food concepts with beer, cocktail, wine, and non-alcoholic options from Braddock's resident brewers from 5pm - 11pm on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays with a brunch/lunch option on Sundays from 12pm - 5pm for the Sunday matinee. No reservations are required.

  • Sandwich Options - $12.00

    • Pulled Pork Carnitas Taco, Grilled Pineapple Salsa, Green Hot Sauce (on side)

    • Pulled Buffalo Chicken Sandwich, Blue Cheese Coleslaw, Homemade Pickle

    • Garlic, Rosemary & Lavender Steak Sandwich, Boursin Cheese, Roasted Red Pepper, Arugula

    • Balsamic Portabella Mushroom Wrap, Roasted Red Pepper, Cucumber, Carrot, Arugula, Hummus

    • Grilled Cheese with Tomato Soup

    Vegetarian Chili, topped with Cheese, Sour Cream, and Green Onions - $10.00

    Small Bites

    • Hummus with Carrot, Cucumber and Pita - $6.00

    • Cheese and Charcuterie Plate - Manchego, Brie, Aged Cheddar, Prosciutto, Sopresetta, Rosemary Cashews, Dried Apricots, and Baguette - $14.00

    Take Away Options - $5.00

    • Rosemary Cashews

    • Rum & Spice Mixed Nuts

    Sweet Options - $3.00

    • Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie

    • Carmel Apple Cookie (November 17 - 30)

    • Triple Chocolate and Peppermint Cookie (December 1 - 10)

CONTENT WARNING: This performance includes explicit language and mature content.

Please note: If you need any accessibility accommodations, please send an email to info@barebonesproductions.com, so we can honor your request.

There is no late seating for this performance. Please be sure to arrive at least 10 minutes before showtime.