Teatro di Vita – a professional theatre troupe - presents Fool for Love at Enter Stage Right The Citadel Stage

Sam Shepard's Fool For Love explores the tumultuous relationship of two former lovers, Eddie and May, who reunite in a dismal motel room after a significant time apart. Fool For Love is one of Shepard's only works that examines the intricacies of the male-female relationship, diving deep into themes of love, desire, codependency, generational trauma, addiction, and unresolved conflict set against the backdrop of the American West.

“We call it an unconventional romance, but in reality, I really do think it is all of the worst parts about being in love with someone.” Callie Bussell – Director

*Content Advisory - Fool For Love contains adult language and themes best suited for ages 17+

 Fool for Love stars Robby Mullinger as Eddie, Lucie Gillespie as May, Ken Alter as The Old Man, and Eric Roman as Martin. It is directed by Callie Bussell and produced by Teatro di Vita and Danyel Lloyd

“Fool for Love is a fiery feast of an emotional battle between two people that leaves the audience with the opportunity to reflect upon their own ideas about love and romance while creating the potential for questions that may spark healing for anyone who has ever fooled for or considered themself a fool for love.” Lucie Gillespie – May 

 About Teatro di Vita -Teatro di Vita, meaning "Theatre of Life " in Italian, was created in the winter of 2022 with the intention of bringing a diverse group of artists together to perform as nomads, ushering meaningful theatrical experiences into a variety of community settings. It is owned and operated by Lucie Gillespie, a professional actor and writer from St. Clair County.

SHOWTIMES & TICKETS

Fool for Love runs June 6-8th, 2025: June 6th and 7th at 7pm, June 8th at 2pm.

The show runs approximately 65 minutes without an intermission. Audiences are invited to join in a talkback following each performance giving them the opportunity to ask questions of the artists.

Tickets can be purchased at www.teatrodivita.com for $25 or $30 at the door cash or Venmo App. Student discounts available. For more info visitteatrodivita.com or call (586) 612-4262.