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
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Amari Chambers
La’Trice
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Ira F. Coats, Jr.
Kenny
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Sirra Faal
Simone
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Bruni Herring
Baneatta
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DeJeanette Horne
Reginald
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Bianca Lipford
Brianna
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Brianna Nobles
Beverly
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Ben Ribler
Logan
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Rakell Foye
La’Trice, Simone, Beverly Understudy
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Eric Kennedy
Logan Understudy
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Bryanda Minix
Baneatta, Brianna Understudy
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Otega Okurume
Reginald, Kenny Understudy