May 2nd - 4th and 9th - 11th, 2025
ASL Interpreted Date TBA
7:00 PM Fridays & Saturdays | 4:00 PM Sundays
Mario Parente Theater @ Oakbrook Terrace Heritage Center
1S325 Ardmore Ave, Villa Park, IL 60181
Featuring psychological mystery and thought-provoking themes.
If you enjoy characters that leave you thinking, "What is going on inside their head?", then Buried Child is an ideal play to see. In this work, Sam Shepard has crafted an emotionally charged family dynamic that presents even more peculiar dynamics when strangers are introduced. It is a show that leaves audience members pondering the psychology behind the characters long after the curtain closes.
Contributing to the play's Pulitzer Prize was its masterful encapsulation of three common, yet unspoken, themes: family dysfunction, failure to achieve the American Dream, and buried secrets. Accessible to the entire Chicago area, come see a show that has engaged audiences and inspired deep conversation for decades right in your own community.
Support the Show
This intriguing work of art presents an advanced environment for actors and a culturally engaging performance for audiences. We hope you will support the production of a Pulitzer Prize-winning show in our community.
Who's In the Show
As a fundamentally ensemble-based play, explore the intense dramatic work and strong bonds between actors of all ages that aim to meet the challenges of putting on a play that redefined the classic American family drama.
Contribute to the Show
Some of the most valuable donations to a production are time and talent. Join us on-site as a booth operator or box office volunteer. Or work behind the scenes by donating resources, like printing and photography.