“Boston Marriage” Set in the late Victorian era; Anna and Claire are involved in a "Boston marriage"—a 19th-century term for two women living together independently of men… often as lovers. Anna, prone to poetic fits of passion, has become the mistress of a wealthy man who supports her luxurious lifestyle, which she hopes can woo her longtime companion Claire to move in with her. However, the cool-yet-lascivious Claire has become infatuated with a much younger woman and wants to enlist a jealous Anna's help to arrange a rendezvous. One of, if not THE most obscure of Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright David Mamet 's plays was written, as theater legend tells it, to prove that he could, in fact, write for women and write heightened language. It remains one of the few plays written by a male playwright that exclusively includes lesbian characters. Mamet's play gives us his trademark blunt language and scheming characters, set rather unusually among the Victorian female intellectual set. Written by David Mamet, and directed by Bernardo Cubría, it runs October 2 through October 24 at the European House LA in Studio City. For tickets visit www.ticketsource.com/boston-marriage.

“The Feel Good Story America Needs Right Now” It's a year after six brave Americans escaped the Hand of God, the most notorious group of terrorists on the planet. The heroes have gathered for a reunion on a 60 Minutes type of news magazine. We'll come to find out that not all was it seems during their captivity. In addition, the hostages are making demands that could scuttle the broadcast. Will they get to tell their harrowing story to America or not? Written by Mark Wilding, and directed by Charlie Mount, it runs October 2 through November 8 at the Theatre West in Studio City. For tickets call 323-851-4839 or visit theatrewest.org.

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“Outside Mullingar” In the mist-shrouded farmlands of rural Ireland, Anthony and Rosemary live side by side, bound by family legacies, stubborn pride, and an unspoken longing that has lasted a lifetime. Anthony has spent his days quietly tending his father’s cattle farm, uncertain of his future and haunted by what might have been. Rosemary, his strong-willed neighbor, has waited years for him to see what’s been right in front of him all along. Written by John Patrick Shanley, and directed by Matthew Leavitt, it runs October 2 through October 25 at the Sierra Madre Playhouse in Sierra Madre. For tickets call 626-355-4318 or visit www.sierramadreplayhouse.org.

“The Dance and the Railroad” Leonard Wu (Disney’s American Born Chinese) and Scott Keiji Takeda (Flower Drum Song at East West Players) star as Lone and Ma, immigrant laborers building the transcontinental railroad during the Chinese Railroad Workers’ Strike of 1867. The two men form an unexpected bond through their shared love of Chinese opera. Together, they practice the ancient art form atop a mountain in the Sierra Nevada, finding connection and a sense of possibility even as their fellow workers below confront brutal labor conditions, isolation and cultural displacement. Written by David Henry Hwang, and directed by Katherine Chou, it runs October 3 through November 1 at the Los Angeles Theatre Center in Los Angeles. For tickets call 213-489-0994 or visit latinotheaterco.org.

“Forever in There or F*ck Around and Find Out” Two amateur conflict journalists who were kidnapped for ransom during an ill-advised trip to an active war zone are released after years of captivity. They struggle to adjust to “normal life” while navigating their complex feelings for each other, the enormous debts they owe their loved ones, and the weird ramifications of what happens after you f*ck around and find out. Written by Ashley Rose Wellman, and directed by Spenser Davis, it runs October 8 through November 7 at the Theatre of NOTE in Hollywood. For tickets visit theatreofnote.ludus.com.

“Les Misérables” Set against the backdrop of 19th-century France, LES MISÉRABLES tells an unforgettable story of love, redemption, and revolution. Featuring iconic songs like “I Dreamed a Dream,” “On My Own,” and “One Day More,” this epic musical masterpiece continues to move audiences around the world… Written by Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg, based on the novel by Victor Hugo, with music by Claude-Michel Schönberg, lyrics by Herbert Kretzmer, and directed by Doug Kreeger, it runs October 9 through October 18 at the Bank of America Performing Arts Center in Thousand Oaks. For tickets call 805-449-2787 or visit www.5startheatricals.com.

“The Best Medicine” A free spirit who has long prized her independence, Rachel has finally found a relationship worthy of commitment. Then the universe decides to test her. That “in sickness and in health” vow becomes a distant memory when Rachel’s husband is diagnosed with a progressive, incurable disease, and she’s thrust into the job she’s least suited for: self-sacrificing caregiver. A stand-up comedy class becomes her salvation and a portal to a transformative truth about life and connection. More than a romantic comedy, The Best Medicine is a hilarious, poignant and unexpected exploration of love, purpose and meaning. Written by Robin Gerber, and directed by Jane E. Unger, it runs October 10 through November 15 at the Odyssey Theatre in West Los Angeles. For tickets call 310-477-2055 or visit OdysseyTheatre.com.

“Come From Away” the award-winning Broadway musical based on a remarkable true story of kindness in the wake of crisis. When 38 planes were diverted to the small town of Gander, Newfoundland on September 11, 2001, its residents opened their homes to thousands of stranded strangers. With an infectious score and a spirit of generosity at its core, this uplifting, Olivier Award-winning musical is a testament to the best aspects of human nature. Written by Irene Sankoff and David Hein, with music by Irene Sankoff and David Hein, and directed by Julia Rodriguez-Elliott, it runs October 10 through November 8 at A Noise Within in Pasadena. For tickets call 626-356-3121 or visit anoisewithin.org.

“Haunted Soiree 2026” Haunted Soiree’s 2026 season is inspired by the haunting true crime of Pennsylvania’s 1928 Hex Hollow Murder. Nearly a century after a suspected warlock was killed over a mysterious book of German-American folk magic, the secretive Autumn Society keeps certain ritualistic traditions alive through an eccentric festival of drink, music, masks, ghost stories and games known as HauntOberfest.

It all seems like part of the fun—until guests begin to realize that every toast they’ve raised, game they’ve played and tradition they’ve followed has been part of something much older. They didn’t come to a festival. They came to a ritual–and they can't stop until it's finished.  For two unforgettable hours, every room reveals another chapter of the story—blending Oktoberfest traditions, craft beverages, and immersive theatre into a Halloween experience unlike anything else.

Produced by the team at Meyer2Meyer, it runs October 10 through October 31 at the Nocturne Theatre in Glendale. For tickets visit tickets.thenocturnetheatre.com.

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• Admission to HauntOberfest: 2 Hours
• One Complimentary Drink Discovered During Your Adventure
• Hansel & Gretel's Trick or Treat Experience
• Interactive Experiences, Roaming Characters, Live Performances
• Access To Themed Snacks and Beverages Available for Purchase

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• Larger Serving Cup for Upgraded Bigger Pours All Night

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“Yamel Cucuy” a girl on the threshold of adulthood who is pursued by immigration agents and tormented by specters drawn from Mexican folklore. As she crosses the shadowy frontier between life and death, Yamel must summon the courage and wisdom to confront both inherited fears and present-day violence. Written by Indigo Rael, Caroline Reck and Gricelda Silva, with music by Paul Piñon, and directed by Caroline Reck, it runs October 10 through November 1 at the Los Angeles Theatre Center in Los Angeles. For tickets call 213-489-0994 or visit latinotheaterco.org.

“Alex in Wonderland” The family-friendly production follows Alex as he tumbles down the rabbit hole into a topsy-turvy world filled with unforgettable characters, including the White Rabbit, the Mad Hatter, the March Hare, the Caterpillar, the Cheshire Cat, and, of course, the Queen of Hearts! Written and directed by Laurie Grant, with music by Laurie Grant and Devin Weitz, it runs October 16 through October 25 at the Blue Door in Culver City. For tickets visit www.artsupla.org.

“Convention” It’s 1944. The world is at war. The president is dying. And waiting in the wings to assume the presidency is Vice President Henry A. Wallace. An FDR Democrat with a forward-looking progressive vision. Wallace champions equality for women. Equality of race. Healthcare for all. Sound familiar? Wallace will presumably take the reins. For when the war is over and America emerges on top, the next president will establish the global order for the century to come. And Democrats, at the height of power, are about to make a fateful decision. Written and directed by Danny Rocco, it runs October 16 through November 3 at the Industry Loft in Los Angeles. For tickets visit www.conventionplay.com.

“Motel 66” The Group Rep presents Motel 66, eight brand-spanking new one-act plays set in different cities along ‘Get Your Kicks on Route 66’. Why Route 66? What relevance does an old highway going from Chicago to Santa Monica bring to light? Route 66 starts in the heart of the country and goes west like the path of the dreamer where you run into all types of people and all kinds of stories as humans take to the highway; sometimes in search of something; sometimes transitioning; sometimes reflecting. Written by The Group Rep Ensemble, it runs October 17 through November 22 at the Lonny Chapman Theatre (Upstairs) in North Hollywood. For tickets call 818-763-5990 or visit www.theGROUPrep.com.

“Rorschach” A funny, inventive, and surprisingly tender new play about the art and science of perception, the courage to be seen for who we truly are, and the mysterious, blotted shape of love itself. RORSCHACH invites audiences to laugh, fall in love, and ask themselves the question that changes everything: What do you see? Written by Kelly Younger, and directed by Cameron Watson, it runs October 17 through November 22 at the Skylight Theatre in Los Feliz. For tickets visit www.skylighttheatre.org.

“Speaking in Tongues” The setting is a Pentecostal church on the edge of a cornfield in Earlimart, a California town off Highway 99 in Tulare County. Hermana Romie (Evelina Fernández), Hermana Cubby (Lucy Rodríguez), Hermano Mando (Sal López) and Hermano Tico (Geoffrey Rivas) share chisme, food, and their devotion to the Apostolic faith. Hermana Romie’s husband was the pastor of their church — until he disappeared eight weeks ago. Hermana Romie has secretly authored his sermons for years while hiding her own gifts to uphold the church's patriarchal traditions. As immigration raids threaten the community and their daughter (Esperanza América) prepares to leave for a secular life in Los Angeles, Hermana Romie claims her own authority, uniting religious devotion with activism and leading the congregation toward collective resilience. Written by Luis Alfaro, and directed by Jose Luis Valenzuela, it runs October 17 through November 15 at the Los Angeles Theatre Center in Los Angeles. For tickets call 213-489-0994 or visit latinotheaterco.org.

“Letter from David” A young magician’s quest to work with his idol David Bowie leads to a wild ride of self-discovery… and a big surprise in this true story that’s part memoir and part love letter to the 70s and 80s glam rock era. Teenage magician Albie Selznick, whose steadfast determination propels him on a comedic journey amidst LA’s ever-changing cultural zeitgeist, stars in Letter from David at the Santa Monica Playhouse. With a little ingenuity, a lot of moxie, and a ton of help from his infamous performance troupe The Mums, Selznick shares how he mimed, juggled, and tightrope walked his way through the theatre, club and rock scenes to reach his hero. This solo theatrical show performed by Selznick features narrative appearances by the likes of Andy Warhol and other highly celebrated cultural icons from that era. Written by Albie Selznick & Laura Maccabee, and directed by Laura Maccabee, it runs October 18 through December 20 at the Santa Monica Playhouse in Santa Monica. For tickets visit events.leapevents.com/event/letter-from-david.

Mohammad Aghebati and Ainaz Azarhoush (Photo by Matt Stasi)

“Blind Runner” Blind Runner interweaves the destinies of three Iranians. At the insistence of his wife, a political prisoner, a man agrees to help a blind woman train for a race in Paris. After placing third, they take on a second challenge. Can they run the 38-kilometer Channel Tunnel from France to the UK in a few hours to avoid being hit by the first train of the morning? Performed in Persian with English supertitles. Written and directed by Amir Reza Koohestani, it runs October 23 through November 8 at the South Coast Repertory Julianne Argyros Stage in Costa Mesa. For tickets call 714-708-5555 or visit www.scr.org.

“Hamlet in the American Revolution” It's 1776. A time of revolution in America and across the Atlantic, but the Enlightenment's bright rays haven't illuminated some of Denmark's darkest and most shameful secrets. Hamlet is tasked by his father's ghost to avenge his murder and to bring democracy to the country. The escaped slave Fortinbras leads a rebellion against the monarchy. Angry young Ophelia joins the insurrection and dies on the barricades. Horatio is an Enlightenment woman of science. Claudius, Polonius and Gertrude believe Hamlet's passion for democracy has made him insane. The words of Patrick Henry, Thomas Jefferson, Phillis Wheatley and Thomas Paine thunder through Elsinore. Who's America's Secret Founding Father? William Shakespeare! Written and directed by Paul Hoan Zeidler, it runs October 24 through November 22 at the McCadden Place Theater in Hollywood. For tickets visit lightningrodtheater.ludus.com.

“Ragtime” the story weaves together three distinctly American tales - that of a daring young Harlem musician, a determined Jewish immigrant, and a repressed upper-class wife - united by their courage, compassion, and belief in the promise of the future. Together, they confront history's timeless contradictions of wealth and poverty, freedom and prejudice, hope and despair. Written by Terrence McNally, based on a novel by E.L. Doctorow, with music by Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens, and directed by J. Scott Lapp, it runs October 24 through November 15 at the Rubicon's Karyn Jackson Theatre in Ventura. For tickets call 805-667-2900 or visit www.rubicontheatre.org.

Photo by Jason Niedle

“The 39 Steps” takes the intrigue and suspense of a spy thriller and turns it into a wildly inventive night of live theatre. When an ordinary man is suddenly swept into an international espionage plot, he finds himself racing across England and Scotland while trying to outrun danger, deception and mistaken identity. At the heart of the production’s theatrical ingenuity, four actors take on more than 100 characters, transforming from heroes and villains to spies, police officers and an ever-changing collection of characters through lightning-fast costume changes, physical comedy, clever props and imaginative staging. Written by Alfred Hitchcock, adapted by Patrick Barlow, and directed by Hunter Foster, it runs October 27 through November 22 at the Laguna Playhouse in Laguna Beach. For tickets call 949-497-2787 or visit LagunaPlayhouse.com.

“What Had Happened Was…” follows Marcellus Turner, a passionate Los Angeles City Councilman and community advocate determined to create meaningful change for the people he represents. Told through a documentary-style blend of interviews, memories and reflections, the play traces Marcellus’ personal and political journey---from his early relationship with AV, the woman who becomes his wife, inspires and loves him, to his rise as a public figure fighting for his community. When a powerful university expansion threatens to displace longtime residents and reshape the neighborhood, Marcellus must decide how far he is willing to go to defend the people who trusted him. As he challenges powerful institutions and navigates the complicated world of politics, he is forced to confront questions about progress, power, loyalty, and the sacrifices required to stand by one’s values and principles while dealing with the deceit and hypocrisy of some in leadership positions. Written by Reginald Edmund, and directed by Ben Guillory, it runs October 24 through November 15 at the Los Angeles Theatre Center in Los Angeles. For tickets visit www.therobeytheatrecompany.org/upcoming.

“At the Very Bottom of a Body of Water” Every week, Marina returns to the same fish store, buys a catfish, and makes soup—a quiet, methodical act masking devastating grief. But when her usual fishmonger suddenly vanishes, her fragile routine shatters and Marina is forced to confront the wreckage of her carefully constructed world when something unexpected breaks through—the stirrings of romance and a tidal wave of magic. Paper cranes begin to fly, and Marina enters uncharted, terrifying waters. Is the unraveling of her comfort a curse, or the beginning of something wondrous, wild, and entirely new? Poignant, surprising, and darkly unconventional, at the very bottom of a body of water poetically explores how we navigate life after the unexpected. Written by Benjamin Benne, and directed by Juliette Carrillo, it runs October 30 through November 29 at the Boston Court Pasadena in Pasadena. For tickets call 626-683-6801 or visit bostoncourtpasadena.org.

“Confederates” Sara, an enslaved woman who becomes a Union spy during the Civil War, opposite Sarah Scott Davis (previously seen at the Fountain in Last Summer at Bluefish Cove) as Sandra, a tenured political science professor at a prestigious university in the year 2026. Their lives might be separated by more than 150 years, but the forces they navigate around race, gender, power and institutional betrayal prove disturbingly similar. Written by Dominique Morisseau, and directed by Raymond O. Caldwell, it runs October 30 through December 13 at the Fountain Theatre in Los Angeles. For tickets call 323-663-1525 or visit FountainTheatre.com.

“Dear Evan Hansen” is a modern classic with a message that has resonated with audiences around the world: “You Will Be Found.”  Seventeen-year-old Evan Hansen has felt invisible his entire life.  But when a tragedy shocks his community and thrusts him into the center of a rapidly evolving controversy, Evan is given the opportunity of a lifetime: the chance to be somebody else.  As his web of well-intentioned lies begins to unravel, though, Evan is forced to confront the fact that the price of belonging may be far steeper than he bargained for. Written by Steven Levenson, with music by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul, and directed by Stephen C. Anthony, it runs October 31 through November 22 at the La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts in La Mirada. For tickets call 562-944-9801 or visit www.LaMiradaTheatre.com.

“The Farce Awakens: Feydeau x 2” Two one-act plays by Georges Feydeau:
In Going to Pot (translation by Norman R. Shapiro), a chaotic domestic dispute completely derails a high-stakes business deal. Follavoine has invented an unbreakable chamber pot that he hopes to sell to the French military. But when a high-ranking official from the War Ministry arrives for a demonstration, their meeting is utterly disrupted by Follavoine’s wife, who is consumed by a domestic emergency: their seven-year-old son is severely constipated. Antics spiral further out of control with the arrival of the official’s wife and her “cousin”.
In Stark Naked (translated and freely adapted by Charles Marowitz), Ventroux is a prominent politician who can’t seem to persuade his wife to put some clothes on — not even in the presence of their servant, Victor, or as they prepare for a visit from an important local dignitary and political rival. When a local journalist shows up, Ventroux realizes that his political aspirations may be headed for complete ruin. Written by Georges Feydeau, and directed by Daniel Passer, it runs October 31 through January 17 at the Odyssey Theatre in Los Angeles. For tickets call 310-477-2055 or visit OdysseyTheatre.com.

“Othello” Shakespeare’s classic tragedy of manipulation, madness and despair that begins when Iago, a resentful, egocentric individual who feels overlooked and undervalued by his peers, is passed over by Othello for promotion and pursues his revenge against the Moor of Venice by constructing a plot fueled by betrayal and jealousy. Iago operates not with brute force, but by psychologically poisoning others, making them act as pawns in his vendetta. And as suspicion about his wife Desdemona’s fidelity takes hold of Othello’s mind, we watch him spiral downwards towards his inevitable tragic doom. Written by William Shakespeare, and directed by Christopher Aruffo, it runs through October 3 at the Westchester Playhouse in Los Angeles. For tickets call 310-645-5156 or visit www.kentwoodplayers.org.

“Treasure Island” The story opens at the Admiral Benbow Inn, run by Jim Hawkins’s mother (Willow Geer), where a mysterious former pirate, Billy Bones (Jeff Bergquist), has taken up residence. His uneasy stay is shattered when a fellow pirate, Black Dog (Daniel Kean), arrives seeking a treasure map in Bones’s possession. Soon after, the ominous Blind Pew (Ethan Haslam) delivers the “Black Spot,” a chilling warning that Bones’s time is running out if he refuses to surrender it. Before the threat can be carried out, Bones dies suddenly of a stroke. In the aftermath, Jim discovers the hidden map and brings it to Dr. Livesey (Aaron Hendry) and Squire John Trelawney (Steven C. Fisher). Determined to claim the treasure, they quickly organize an expedition. They set sail aboard the three-masted Hispaniola, led by the capable Captain Smollett (Arthur Hankett) and a hastily assembled crew (Sam Cowan, Jesse Corwin, Tomás François, Tim Halligan, Nik Moradieh Kashani, Christopher Miles, Matthew Pardue, Andy Stokan). Among them is the charismatic and enigmatic one-legged cook, Long John Silver (Gerald C. Rivers), whose true intentions may prove far more dangerous than they first appear. Written by Robert Louis Stevenson, adapted by Ellen Geer, and directed by Ellen Geer, it runs through October 3 at the Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum in Topanga. For tickets call 310-455-3723 or visit theatricum.com.

“Waiting in the Wings” Set in “The Wings,” a charity home for retired actresses, Coward’s 50th play is a witty and poignant portrait of nine opinionated, funny, difficult and full of life women, each of whom once basked in public admiration — but who must now learn to face old age together, long after the curtain has fallen. A tribute to the theater that evokes the lives of aging stars, their lingering jealousies and the enduring power of friendship, it is a meditation on community and forgiveness. Old grievances linger here like half-remembered roles, but this suggests that bitterness is heavy to carry, and that reconciliation, no matter when, can be liberating. Written by Noël Coward, and directed by Willow Geer, it runs through October 3 at the Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum in Topanga. For tickets call 310-455-3723 or visit theatricum.com.

“The People of Pompeii” At once sharply critical and deeply affectionate, the play captures the beauty, contradictions, and resilience of a tightly woven haven where neighbors show up for one another in an era of climate catastrophe, even as tensions around privilege, belonging and survival simmer beneath the surface. Written by Bernardo Cubría, and directed by Ellen Geer and Xochitl Romero, it runs through October 4 at the Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum in Topanga. For tickets call 310-455-3723 or visit theatricum.com.

“September 10” One evening a woman confesses to her husband that she’s been unfaithful. The date is September 10, 2001. The next morning, their private crisis is eclipsed by a national tragedy -- best known as 9/11. As the couple watches coverage on television, and works through their relationship, we meet various ordinary people affected by the event: a sportswriter, a firefighter, a woman rediscovering her faith, a graffiti artist, a street vendor selling American flags, an evangelist, and others. Written by Art Shulman, and directed by Stan Mazin, it runs through October 4 at the Two Roads Theatre in Studio City. For tickets visit onstage411.com/sept10.

“Author! Author! - An Evening with Sholom Aleichem” Adapted from the stories and letters of Sholom Aleichem, Author! Author! is a magical musical melee - glorious and gentle, bold and bittersweet, mirthful and romantic, inviting audiences of all ages to celebrate the humor and wisdom of Sholom Aleichem as Chris DeCarlo reprises his award-winning portrayal of the world’s most beloved Yiddish author. And don't confuse this show with "Aleichem Sholom" - a different show from our Jewish Heritage Project. Written by Sholom Aleichem, and directed by Chris DeCarlo, it runs through October 11 at the Santa Monica Playhouse in Santa Monica. For tickets visit SantaMonicaPlayhouse.com/Author-Author.html.

“Little Shop of Horrors” A deviously delicious Broadway and Hollywood sci-fi smash musical, LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS has devoured the hearts of theatregoers for over 40 years. Howard Ashman and Alan Menken (Disney’s The Little Mermaid, Beauty and The Beast, and Aladdin) are the creative geniuses behind what has become one of the most popular shows in the world. A down-and-out skid row floral assistant becomes an overnight sensation when he discovers an exotic plant with a mysterious craving for fresh blood. Soon “Audrey II” grows into an ill-tempered, foul-mouthed, R&B-singing carnivore who offers him fame and fortune in exchange for feeding its growing appetite. Written by Howard Ashman, with music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Howard Ashman, and directed by Michael Matthews, it runs through October 11 at the La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts in La Mirada. For tickets call 562-944-9801 or visit www.LaMiradaTheatre.com.

“A Number” Salter thought he had only two sons: the troubled child he sent away at four years old, and the genetically identical copy he had created and raised in his place. Then he discovers there are more—many more. When the truth about a long-buried cloning experiment comes to light, Salter is forced to confront the consequences of a decision made decades earlier. As questions of identity, nature, nurture, and responsibility collide, A Number turns a startling scientific premise into a gripping and deeply human family drama. Written by Caryl Churchill, and directed by James Paradise, it runs through October 11 at the Madnani Theater in Hollywood. For tickets visit events.thestagecrafts.com/15047.

“Shells” In the aftermath of an unexpected encounter with a violent neighbor, Developed by Rogue Artists Ensemble. Evvy is just trying to get back to work. But now she has a wound, and the world around her may never be normal again…or maybe it never was. Inspired by a true story, Shells is an absurdist dark comedy utilizing puppetry and physical humor about coping with the farce and devastation of gun violence in an increasingly chaotic reality. Written by Amy Judd Lieberman, and directed by Stephanie O’Neill, it runs through October 11 at the Greenway Court Theatre in Los Angeles. For tickets visit greenwaycourttheatre.org/tickets.

“Crone Creed” is a mythic drama spanning centuries, following Vita, a young woman whose life is shattered by religious upheaval and betrayal in medieval Europe. Reborn in the late 1800s American frontier as part of an ancient lineage of mystical women known as the Crones, she discovers her brother has also returned through time as part of a corrupting force known as the Fallen. As their conflict unfolds across eras, Vita must confront questions of power, loyalty, and resistance in a struggle where belief itself shapes reality. Written by John Epstein, Casey Morgan, and T. Theresa, and directed by Marc Morgenstern, it runs through October 17 at the El Portal Theatre, Debbie Reynolds mainstage in North Hollywood. For tickets visit ci.ovationtix.com/371/production/1285555.

“The Case-Book of C. Auguste Dupin” With Edgar Allan Poe’s creation of the character of C. Auguste Dupin, the master of the macabre forever changed crime fiction. Dupin was the first modern detective. He was the archetype for literary sleuths Sherlock Holmes and Hercule Poirot, solving seemingly unsolvable crimes with logic and astonishing deductions. This play brings together Poe’s three spellbinding Dupin Mysteries: The Murders in the Rue Morgue, The Mystery of Marie Roget and The Purloined Letter for an engrossing evening of murder, mayhem and meerschaum pipes. Written by John Strysik, and directed by Edgar Allan Poe, it runs through October 18 at Theatre Forty, in the Mary Levin Cutler Theatre in Beverly Hills. For tickets call 310-364-0535 or visit theatre40.org.

“Catch Me If You Can the Musical” is a high-flying, splashy Broadway musical that tells the true story of Frank W. Abagnale, Jr., who runs away from home in search of the glamorous life. With nothing more than his boyish charm, a big imagination, and millions of dollars in forged checks, Frank successfully poses as a pilot, a doctor, and a lawyer – living the high life and winning the girl of his dreams. But when Frank’s lies catch the attention of FBI agent Carl Hanratty, Carl chases Frank to the end … and finds something he never expected. Written by Terrence McNally, with music by Marc Shaiman, and lyrics by Scott Wittman and Marc Shaiman, and directed by Michael Donovan, it runs through October 18 at the Colony Theatre in Burbank. For tickets visit www.colonytheatre.org.

“Into the Woods” When the Baker and his wife venture into the forest to break a witch’s curse, they encounter Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood and Jack (of beanstalk fame)—and familiar tales take on clever new lives. But be careful what you wish for, because “happily ever after” is never the whole story. This poignant musical comedy masterpiece celebrates its 40th anniversary with a fabulous new SCR production featuring 12 actors instead of the customary 18 or more. Written by James Lapine, with music by Stephen Sondheim, and directed by Peter Rothstein, it runs through October 18 at the South Coast Repertory in Costa Mesa. For tickets call 714-708-5555 or visit www.scr.org.

“Into The Woods” When the Baker and his wife venture into the forest to break a witch’s curse, they encounter Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood and Jack (of beanstalk fame)—and familiar tales take on clever new lives. But be careful what you wish for, because “happily ever after” is never the whole story. This poignant musical comedy masterpiece celebrates its 40th anniversary. Written by James Lapine, with music by Stephen Sondheim, and directed by Elijah Green, it runs through October 18 at the Morgan-Wixson Theatre in Santa Monica. For tickets call 310-828-7519 or visit ci.ovationtix.com/1221.

“Marisol” A dreamlike blend of magical realism, Theatre of the Absurd and Rivera’s powerfully poetic language, Marisol is a darkly funny, apocalyptic fable about survival, faith and hope. After her guardian angel abandons her to join the celestial battle against a senile God, Bronx resident Marisol Pérez must navigate a terrifying, unraveling world on her own while struggling to preserve her humanity. Written by José Rivera, and directed by Amanda Weier, it runs through October 24 at the Open Fist Theatre Company @ Atwater Village Theatre in Atwater Village. For tickets call 323-882-6912 or visit openfist.org.

“Texas Sodomy: The Incredible True Story of Lawrence v. Texas” Houston, 1998. John Lawrence and Tyron Garner are arrested under Texas’s ‘Homosexual Conduct’ law. What begins as a drunken arrest grows into a constitutional battle stretching from Houston to Washington, DC. Texas Sodomy follows two ordinary working-class men and Lane Lewis—a Houston bartender and activist who becomes their closest ally and protector—as they join an unlikely coalition of lawyers and activists in a pivotal chapter of the American civil rights movement. Blending sharp comedy, gripping drama, and intimate character study, Texas Sodomy reveals the extraordinary human story behind one of the most important civil rights decisions in modern American history. Written and directed by Howard Skora, it runs through October 24 at the Whitefire Theatre in Sherman Oaks. For tickets visit www.TexasSodomy.com.

“Winter’s Bench” Set in a park where only one ancient tree remains, Winter’s Bench follows Gladys, an elderly woman who has spent a lifetime believing the tree spoke to her when she was a child, and who waits, even now, to hear its voice again. Blending storytelling, live music and imagination, Winter’s Bench is both a memory play and a meditation on nature, aging and hope. At a time when forests are disappearing and loneliness is on the rise, Winter's Bench invites audiences to consider what we lose when we stop listening—to nature, to one another and to the stories that shape us. Written by Mike Kenny, and directed by Debbie Devine, it runs through October 25 at the 24th Street Theatre in Los Angeles. For tickets call 213-745-6516 or visit 24thstreet.org.

“The Peterson Show” follows five former child stars who reunite as the legacy of their beloved television father collapses into scandal. With cameras swarming outside and decades of unresolved history inside, they confront old rivalries, buried secrets and the complicated bonds forged while growing up on America's favorite sitcom. At once hilarious and heartbreaking, The Peterson Show raises a difficult question: What happens to a family when the person who held it together becomes the one who tears it apart? Written by Janine Nabers, and directed by Michelle Bossy, it runs through October 26 at the Atwater Village Theatre in Atwater Village. For tickets call 747-350-8066 or visit EchoTheaterCompany.com.

“A Killer Night in Studio City” A genre-bending production, A Killer Night in Studio City blends a classic, fast-paced comedic stage play and musical performances of 50s hits, with a fully immersive and interactive mystery experience. It’s 1958. You’re invited to a memorial for Sophia Vance. Who killed Sophia Vance, the fastest-rising young actress in Hollywood? Could it be Johnny Turner, the A-list movie star that she rejected? Could it be Ronnie Bennett, the guy who plays a detective on television? Could it be Arthur Clarkston, the make-up artist who is the custodian of all of Sophia’s secrets? Could it be Edith Sinclair, the determined gossip columnist? Could it even be Mama Vitello? Everyone has a motive. Everyone has secrets. You’ll be given the opportunity to find the murderer, as you’ll be given clues during the course of the evening at this immersive, interactive murder mystery, set at the memorial for Sophia Vance at Vitello’s, the Studio City culinary institution that’s been a favorite of Hollywood celebrities. You’ll be moving between rooms at Vitello’s, and you’ll have a sumptuous dinner with your choice of entrée: chicken, fish, or vegetarian, as well as coffee, tea, or soft drinks. Written by Kevin Allen Jackson and Kristine Dickson, and directed by Noah Blake, it runs through October 31 at Vitello’s Restaurant in Studio City. For tickets visit www.akillernightlive.com/studiocity/tickets.

“Frankenstein: Resurrection - An Original Musical” In Frankenstein: Resurrection, Victor Frankenstein awakens in a secret laboratory beneath the infamous Paris Morgue, resurrected by the brilliant Doctor Seraphina Pretorius. As Victor becomes convinced that the doctor’s sister Elsa is the reincarnation of his lost bride Elizabeth, he descends into a nightmare of obsession and madness. Guided by the Monster through the Nine Circles of Hell, Victor is ultimately forced to confront a terrifying truth: the greatest monster he ever created may have been himself. Operatic, brutal and deeply human, Frankenstein: Resurrection asks one haunting question: What is the cost of refusing to let go? Written and directed by Justin Meyer, with music by Chris Thomas, it runs through November 1 at the Nocturne Theatre in Glendale. For tickets visit thenocturnetheatre.com.

“Kaiju” Two gigantic, mythical monsters have just destroyed the city. Amid the chaos and destruction, a debate ensues. A funny and audacious takedown of the sometimes pretentious nature of art and culture, KAIJU also presents a pointed examination of power and artistic responsibility in our current world. Written by Dan Caffrey, and directed by Ken Sawyer, it runs through November 1 at the Road Theatre in North Hollywood. For tickets call 818-761-8838 or visit ci.ovationtix.com/35065/production/1280560.

“A Spider's Web” is about the wife of a diplomat who is adept at spinning tales of adventure. When a murder takes place in her drawing room, she finds live drama much harder to cope with. Desperate to dispose of the body before her husband arrives with an important politician, she enlists the help of her guests. Comedy ensues when they are interrupted by the arrival of wry detective. Christie delivers a unique blend of suspense and humor, With this conscious parody of the detective thriller. With this conscious parody of the detective thriller, Christie delivers a unique blend of suspense and humor. There is tension and laughter in equal parts in an intricate plot of murder, police, invisible ink, hidden doorways and secret drawers. Written by Agatha Christie, it runs through November 1 at the Lonny Chapman Theatre in North Hollywood. For tickets call 818-763-5990 or visit www.theGROUPrep.com.

“Warhol/Frankenstein 4D” Tackling multiple roles, the play features Andrew Goetten as Andy Warhol, Jordan Mullins as Edie Sedgwick and The Bride, Danny McCarthy as Lou Reed and Baron Frankenstein, Emma Jansen as Valerie Solanas and Bridgid Berlin, and JJ Phillips as Warhol’s coconspirator Paul Morrissey. Steeped in 60’s songs from the Velvet Underground, David Bowie and Bob Dylan, the stage is awash with projections of Warhol’s psychedelic art films, and period newsreels, as the charismatic cast recreate Warhol’s doomed “Superstars.” The theater’s first row is designated a Splatter Zone, with rain ponchos offered on loan, as the campy spectacle’s gratuitous nudity and mayhem soon enough devolves into carnage and bloodshed. Did we mention it’s a comedy? Written and directed by Steven Vlasak, it runs through November 28 at the Hobgoblin Playhouse in Los Angeles. For tickets visit events.thestagecrafts.com/projects/15294.