When a tight-knit family gathers to mourn the passing of their patriarch, old wounds are reopened and secrets are spilled, leading to uproarious moments and touching revelations. Fueled by love, laughter, and plenty of comfort food, this play explores the complexities of family relationships with warmth, wit, and a whole lot of soul. Get ready for a deliciously entertaining theatrical experience that'll leave you craving more!

Audience Advisory: This production uses strobe lights and theatrical fake puff cigarettes.

Runtime: 90 minutes with no intermission

Post-Show Talkback: March 23 - A Discussion on Grief, Family Traditions, and Healing with Director, Rikki Howie Lacewell and Licensed Professional Counselor, Valerie Patton

Black Excellence Night: March 29 @ 8 PM - Black community members are invited to enjoy a performance of Chicken & Biscuits together at a discounted rate. $30 tickets with code BENIGHT30

Divine Nine Night: Friday, April 4 @ 8 PM - A special evening for members of the Divine Nine fraternities and sororities, along with HBCU alumni, faculty, and students, to enjoy the show together at a discounted rate. $30 tickets with code DIVINE9

Free Tickets for Furloughed Federal Workers:

NextStop Theatre is offering up to 2 free tickets to select performances of Chicken & Biscuits for recently furloughed or laid-off federal employees (subject to availability). To claim tickets, patrons will be asked to share the name of their former department and the date of their furlough or separation (for internal tracking purposes only).

Meet the Cast

  • Amari Chambers

    La’Trice

  • Ira F. Coats, Jr.

    Kenny

  • Sirra Faal

    Simone

  • Bruni Herring

    Baneatta

  • DeJeanette Horne

    Reginald

  • Bianca Lipford

    Brianna

  • Brianna Nobles

    Beverly

  • Ben Ribler

    Logan

  • Rakell Foye

    La’Trice, Simone, Beverly Understudy

  • Eric Kennedy

    Logan Understudy

  • Bryanda Minix

    Baneatta, Brianna Understudy

  • Otega Okurume

    Reginald, Kenny Understudy