Ordinary People at Austin Playhouse Theatre

Based on Judith Guest’s acclaimed novel by the same title, Ordinary People follows the Jarrett family in the aftermath of a devastating accident that claimed the life of their eldest son, Buck. The surviving son, Conrad, struggles with depression, guilt, and the pressures of returning to a life that feels shattered. His parents, Beth and Calvin, cope with their own pain and growing emotional distance. As therapy and tension bring long-suppressed feelings to the surface, the family must decide whether they will face their truth or continue hiding behind silence.