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By Phanésia Pharel 
Directed by Melia Bensussen

“Darkly hilarious.“

– Broadway World

Dead Girl’s Quinceañera

Sept 26 - Nov 1, 2026 in Goodman's Owen Theatre

Detective skills: unverified. Determination: unmatched.

FACT: Maria was last seen at her Quinceañera. FACT: The party ended early due to an unknown emergency. FACT: Maria has not responded to any messages in 19 hours. Now, her three best friends—armed with confidence, questionable clues and zero adult supervision—are on the case, racing against the clock to find out what happened. The pressures of Latine girlhood punctuate this joy ride through the power and pleasure of adolescent friendships—a comic thriller of secrets, sisterhood and solving crime.

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Presented in association with Chicago Latino Theater Alliance.
Collective World Premiere with Barrington Stage Company and Hartford Stage.

Recommended for ages 12+

Dead Girl’s Quinceañera includes adult themes, including themes around inappropriate sexual behavior, profanity and murder.

Group Tickets: Now available for 10+, email Groups@GoodmanTheatre.org for information on select discounted rates and perks.

Questions? Need help? Contact the box office at (312) 443-3800, 12noon – 5pm, daily.

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Artists

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Phanésia Pharel

Playwright

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Melia Bensussen

Director

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Carmen Berkeley

Ensemble

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Ariana Burks

Ensemble

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Andrea Ferro

Ensemble

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Jacqueline Guillén

Ensemble

Critical Praise

“A delightful new play.”

Broadway World

“Fierce, funny…lands with considerable impact.”

Boston Globe

“Well-paced and entertaining.”

Broadway World

“Director Melia Bensussen proves to be a perfect choice to lead this play.”

Berkshire On Stage

“A splendid cast” with “astute direction”.

Boston Globe

“Witty dialogue and excellent performances.”

Berkshire On Stage

Two people face each other in a colorful room; one sits tied to a chair looking surprised, while the other points a trombone at them aggressively.
"Dead Girl's Quinceañera" at Barrington Stage Company. (L-R) Ariana Burks, Carmen Berkeley and Jacqueline Guillén. Photo by Andrew Cromarti.
Two women stand in a colorful dressing room; one poses in a sparkly pink gown, while the other holds a dress in a clear garment bag. Various dresses hang on a rack in the background.
"Dead Girl's Quinceañera" at Barrington Stage Company. (L-R) Jacqueline Guillén and Carmen Berkeley. Photo by Andrew Cromarti.
Three young women stand closely together looking at a smartphone, with a large evidence board visible behind them on stage.
"Dead Girl's Quinceañera" at Barrington Stage Company. (L-R) Ariana Burks, Jacqueline Guillén and Carmen Berkeley. Photo by Andrew Cromarti.
Two women are on a checkered stage; one sits by a box, while the other stands in a ball gown near a rack of elaborate dresses, surrounded by draped curtains and stage lighting.
"Dead Girl's Quinceañera" at Barrington Stage Company. (L-R) Carmen Berkeley and Jacqueline Guillén. Photo by Andrew Cromarti.
Two women stand indoors facing each other, each holding a potted plant. One wears an apron and glasses, while the other is in a maroon hoodie and shorts. The room is decorated with various items.
"Dead Girl's Quinceañera" at Barrington Stage Company. (L-R) Ariana Burks and Carmen Berkeley. Photo by Andrew Cromarti.
Three people interact animatedly in a room with crates and boxes, in front of a bulletin board covered with colorful notes and posters. Two people gesture with pink toy guns.
"Dead Girl's Quinceañera" at Barrington Stage Company. (L-R) Carmen Berkeley, Jacqueline Guillén and Ariana Burks. Photo by Andrew Cromarti.

Special Events

Pre-show programming, unique performances, and related programming.

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Wednesday, October 28 @ 6pm

Dead Girl’s Quinceañera College Night

College students are invited to experience Goodman productions.

Use Code: COLLEGE
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Thursday, October 29 | Reception from 6pm – 7:15pm | Performance at 7:30pm

Dead Girl’s Quinceañera Scene Night

Join Goodman Theatre’s Scenemakers Board for an evening of networking and mingling with other Chicago young professionals.

Use Code: SCENE

STUDY GUIDES

 

Dead Girl's Quinceañera Study Guide

Download the English Dead Girl's Quinceañera study guide.

Guía De Estudio Del Título La Quinceañera De La Chica Muerta.

Descargue la guía de estudio en Español de La Quinceañera De La Chica Muerta.

Accessible & Enhanced Performances

Questions? Please contact (312) 443-3800 for voice, or email Access@GoodmanTheatre.org. Visit our Accessibility Overview page for full details.

American Sign Language-Interpreted Performance
Friday, October 16 at 7:30pm

Use code SIGN for $40 ($31 ticket plus $9 handling fee)

Touch Tour and Audio-Described Performance
Saturday, October 17
12:00pm Touch Tour & 2:00pm Performance

Use code AUDIO for $40 ($31 ticket plus $9 handling fee)

Spanish-Subtitled Performance
Saturday, October 17 at 7:30pm

Use code SPANISH for $40 ($31 ticket plus $9 handling fee)

Open-Captioned Performance
Sunday, October 18 at 2:00pm

SOLD OUT!

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