AMERICAN BUFFALO

Synopsis

American Buffalo is a 1975 play by American playwright David Mamet that premiered at the Goodman Theatre in Chicago. It is a work that has left an indelible mark on the history of theater, receiving multiple awards and nominations, and capturing the imagination and hearts of global audiences.

The play transports us to the world of Don, the owner of a junk shop in Chicago, and his attempt to recover a valuable buffalo nickel he sold for a fraction of its real value. Together with his young employee Bob and his poker buddy Teach, they embark on a plan to steal the coin back, triggering a series of events full of intrigue, tension, and unexpected surprises. The play explores the complex relationships between the characters, as well as universal themes such as greed, friendship, and sacrifice.

“My fascination with Mamet’s work dates back to my years as a Dramatic Arts student. Always connected to the most basic instincts of his characters, he portrays a psychological universe that we all share. His fine scalpel for dissecting the simplest psyche, and what is not said, what is kept quiet, was what attracted me the most. Mamet is a master at hiding and showing just enough, as if we were watching two people chatting in a coffee shop.” — Ignasi Vidal

Additional information

• Approximate duration: 90 min.
• Prices: Orchestra: 22€ / Mezzanine: 20€ / General: 12€