Theater

 

FOLLIES

Opening May 3. When former members of the “Weismann Follies” reunite on the eve of their theater’s demolition, two couples remember their past and face the harsher realities of the present. Ahmanson Theatre, 135 N. Grand Ave., downtown, 213.628.2772 Map H16

 good people

Through May 13. Jane Kaczmarek stars in David Lindsay-Abaire’s play about a blue-collar South Bostonian who seeks out an old flame. Geffen Playhouse, 10886 Le Conte Ave., Westwood, 310.208.5454 Map J10

LOS OTROS

Opening May 23. The uniquely Southern California experience is celebrated in the song cycles of a Mexican-American man growing up in Carlsbad and a San Diego native reminiscing about her encounters with the Mexican community. Mark Taper Forum, 135 N. Grand Ave., downtown, 213.628.2772 Map H16

BILLY ELLIOT THE MUSICAL

Through May 13. Musical adaptation of the film about a small-town boy who enrolls in ballet classes. Pantages Theater, 6233 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 800.982.2787 Map H14

THE CONVERT

Through May 19. In 1895, an African teenager who has converted to Christianity is thrust into circumstances that force her to choose between her family’s traditions and her faith. Kirk Douglas Theatre, 9820 Washington Blvd., Culver City, 213.628.2772 Map L11

IRIS

Ongoing. Cirque du Soleil’s new production, a tribute to film, takes up permanent residence at the Kodak Theatre. Fantastical score courtesy of Danny Elfman. 6801 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 877.943.4747 Map H13

 

Musical Theatre WestMusical Theatre West

Musical Theater Company in residence at the Carpenter Performing Arts Center in Long Beach. 6200 Atherton Street, Long Beach, 562.856.1999 www.musical.org

 

upright-cabaretUPRIGHT CABARET’S American Icon Series

L.A.’s famed Upright Cabaret continues to bring the “next generation” of world-class entertainers to stages across the Southland with the “American Icon Series.” Celebrating its 3rd season, these wildly popular nights of song feature Broadway divas, Cabaret legends and Pop sensations singing the #1 hits of our American Music Icons including Diana Ross, James Taylor, Santana, Elton John and more. Your favorite stars from “American Idol to Broadway” will blow you away with four unforgettable evenings of entertainment filled with great fun and infectious energy! Performing LIVE in Hollywood, La Mirada, Palm Springs and Thousand Oaks, CA. For more info, show times and tickets, please visit:  www.UprightCabaret.com