The Heart Sellers at BLUEBARN Theatre – Omaha, NE

BLUEBARN THEATRE Presents:

The Heart Sellers

By Lloyd Suh

February 5 – March 1, 2026

Directed by Wai Yim

The Heart Sellers is a poignant and gently humorous play that explores identity, belonging, and friendship through the lens of the immigrant experience. Set in 1970s America, it follows Luna and Jane, two Asian immigrant women who meet on Thanksgiving. Over the course of one evening, their growing bond becomes a lifeline—and a revelation. The Heart Sellers shines a light on the often-overlooked stories of immigrant women, offering a heartfelt exploration of what it means to find connection, hope, and a sense of belonging in a new world.

Ages 16+ Contains some mature content and themes.

Cast:

Luna: Biannah Peji-Palm, Jane: Evelyn Choi

Creatives:

Producing Artistic Director: Susan Clement, Stage Manager: Nic Jansen, Assistant Stage Manager: Maggie Carolus, Assistant Director: Adam Bassing, Scenic Designer: Bill VanDeest , Lighting Designer: Maya Pacana-Bredenkamp, Sound Designer: Bill Kirby, Props Designer: Amy Reiner, Costume Designer: Denise Ervin, Sound Board Op: Mindy Cotner, Scenic Artist: Craig Lee, Master Carpenter: Shane Staiger

Performances & Tickets

February 5th-March 1st

Thurs-Sat @ 7:30pm | Sun Feb 15th & Mar 1st @ 2:00p | Sun Feb 22nd @ 6:00p

ASL Performance: Friday, February 20th, 2025

Audio Description available on request.

General Admission ($45), Educator | Healthcare | Military ($40), BLUCREW ($30) purchase tickets here or by calling the box office Monday – Friday, 10 am – 4 pm @ 402-345-1576

Avoid eventbrite fees for paid tickets by calling our box office. A 3% surcharge will be added for credit card payments by phone or in person, no additional fees if paid by debit card. No Refunds Available.

The Heart Sellers is generously sponsored by Mutual of Omaha and Bruce Reneaud & Kerry Dobson with additional support provided by the Nebraska Arts Council and the Nebraska Cultural Endowment.

Engagement Events

BLUEBARN’s Engagement and Access initiatives are made possible in part by the Adah and Leon Millard Foundation.

ART IN THE BLUE is Sponsored by Jeff and Danielle Gordman

Mabuhay! from Ono Pinay Kitchen

Saturday, February 7th | 6:45-7:30 pre-show

Location: BLUEBARN Lobby

Join us in the lobby before the show for a delicious array of Filipino food hosted by Maria Villegas and Ono Pinay Kitchen of Bellevue. Dish up some traditional treats: chicken adobo, pancit – fried noodles with veggies, and bibingka – sweet rice cake. Feast before the show and join us afterwards as the Cast & Creatives dish up at the post-show chat. Share in the food, the fun, and the community as we celebrate a taste of Filipino culture.

Afterwords: Post-Show Chat with Cast & Creatives

Saturday, February 7th | Directly following the show

Location: BLUEBARN Theatre

Moderator: Carrie Nath

Home. From the first read through to opening night, this word that appears 36 times in this play, has resonated. Oxford dictionary defines it as “the place where one lives permanently, especially as a member of a family or household.” Really? Join the cast and creative team of The Heart Sellers as they share their exploration of home, what it means to leave, and the challenges of creating a new one.

Home. It’s a place you love, it’s a place you leave, it’s a place you long for. It’s a place you Belong.

It’s a place you may never see again.

Art in the Blue

Art Exhibit | Curated by Josh Brown

Location: BLUEBARN Lobby | During the run of The Heart Sellers

All art proceeds go directly to participating artists. The exhibit will be open to the public 45 minutes before each show and during box office hours Monday-Friday 10 am-4 pm in the BLUEBARN Lobby.

For full engagement info: bluebarn.org/engagement