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From Stephen Schwartz (GODSPELL, WICKED) comes WORKING, a delightfully funny and thoroughly touching musical of what goes through the mind of employed (or not) Americans.

The family drama has never been as raucous or funny as in this absurd comedy by Catherine Pelonero, directed by Dan Berkowitz. If kitchen sink drama bores the hell out of you, this is for you! Due to the graphic nature, people who think Death of a Salesman is the best play ever will not be admitted.

A magical, romantic take on the tumultuous relationship between Robert Rauschenberg and Jasper Johns, this award-winning original play imagines their rivalry and friendship after their break-up in 1961. It is a story about fame, jealousy, art and betrayal. But above all else, it is a Love Story.

"For the love of God, keep your cell phones on!" A sci-fi, interactive performance opus. Two stories bleed in and out of each other concerning acts of forgetting and remembering, and everything gained and lost by it. Can horror and mystery really be solved by a smartphone app?

This staged reading follows an embedded photojournalist, and an Iraqi husband desperate to find a way out of the country for his wife and unborn child. When the two worlds collide, a cover up ensues, and those involved are forced to make a decision that will change their lives forever.

In this insightful and hilarious piece the characters inevitably square off on each other under rather dark circumstances. They unite motivated by rage, pain, and a scary desire to come clean for the sake of thier dearly beloved, recently deceased Sister Rose... wherever she might be.

Ten West presents: INEFFABLE. An exploration of the mysteries of life, death, and hayfever. At Theatre of Note http://www.theatreofnote.com/ Friday June 17 at 8pm Saturday June 18 at 10pm Friday June 24 at 8pm Saturday June 25 at 10pm Run time: approx 55 min www.tenwest.net

Classical company The Porters of Hellsgate deliver DEITY CLUTCH: a parabolic, post-apocalyptic murder mystery penned by Associate Artistic Director Gus Krieger. Look for The Merchant of Venice this July.

New Australian play set over 4 consecutive Olympic games, follows the games and shames of an increasingly disparate couple. A black comedy with heart posing the question, "What comes after the fairytale ending?" First produced in Sydney to sell-out houses and critical acclaim.

Lauren wants to be famous. At an audition for a must-have part,the Director,Stella pushes her to her mental,physical,emotional & ethical limits. Close to breaking point,she is subjected to alcohol,drugs & mind games. How far will an actor go to get the part? A hard-hitting & spiky new drama.

Her Majesty's Secret Players presents a play by Ben Tallen, Aaron Greer, and Brian Watson-Jones. "Pulp Shakespeare" (or "A Slurry Tale") directed by Jordan Monsell.

ETC Presents Selador: The Next Generation of Theatrical Lighting. Demonstration of cutting edge LED lighting for theatre and film. Thurs., June 23, 10am at ArtWorks, 6567 Santa Monica Blvd.

In 1997 Matt Damon and Ben Affleck won an Oscar for their screenplay "Good Will Hunting," making them famous overnight. This hilarious comedy features Jessica Blair and Maggie Henry as Matt and Ben, respectively. When the "Good Will Hunting" script falls from the sky, what will they do with it?

Join certified yoga instructor Casey Gates as she bends her way into seven different characters in this hilarious, one woman show about yoga. Eastern philosophies meet Western personalities as all of us strive for THE YOGAMERICAN DREAM. Beginner-friendly and master-approved.

William recollects his year in Brazil as a high school exchange student – the worst exchange student ever. Adam confesses to being stalked by a vengeful film student. Both dudes bring to life hilariously unreliable stories that will, quite truthfully, blow your mind.