THEATER In Previews AVOW Controversial play addresses gay marriage & effects of passion; ...

| 16 Feb 2015 | 04:40

    AVOW

    Controversial play addresses gay marriage & effects of passion; Century Center for the Performing Arts, 111 E. 15th St. (betw. Irving Pl. & Park Ave. S.), 212-239-6200; Weds., Thurs., Sat. & Tues. at 8, Sun. at 3 & 7, $47.50 [opens 7/27].

     

    HIGH INFIDELITY

    Politics vs. marriage, what will it be for this U.S. Senator?; Promenade Theater, 2162 B'way (betw. 76th & 77th Sts.), 212-239-6200; Weds.-Sat. & Tues. at 8, mats. Weds. at 2:30, Sat. & Sun. at 3, $50-$60 [opens 8/3, through 9/24].

     

    jerusalem syndrome

    Marc Maron takes a satirical look at our searches for spiritual salvation & the decidedly non-spiritual places the search sometimes takes us; Westbeth Theater Center, 151 Bank St. (betw. West & Washington Sts.), 212-307-4100; Weds.-Sat. at 8, $25-$30 [opens 7/27, through 8/26].

     

    MACBETH

    All-female rendition of Shakespeare's classic tragedy; Mint Theater Space, 311 W. 43rd St. (betw. 8th & 9th Aves.), 212-206-1515; Sat-Mon. at 8, $15 [opens 7/31, through 8/20].

     

    THE MAN WHO CAME TO DINNER

    Roundabout Theater Co.'s revival about a writer who disrupts the lives of a Midwestern family; American Airlines Theater, 227 W. 42nd St. (betw. 7th & 8th Aves.), 212-719-1300; Weds.-Sat. at 8, Tues. at 7, mats. Weds., Sat. & Sun. at 2, $50-$65 [opens 7/27, through 8/5].

     

    SPINNING INTO BUTTER

    Small NE college is forced to deal with issues of racism when series of racist notes are addressed to an African-American student, part of Lincoln Center Festival 2000; Newhouse Theater at Lincoln Center, 150 W. 65th St. (betw. B'way & Amsterdam Ave.), 212-239-6200; Weds. at 6:45, Thurs.-Sat. at 8, mats. Weds. & Sat. at 2, $50 [opens 7/26].

     

    Just Opened

    AMERICAN NOCTURNE

    Bryan Williams' debut musical addresses passion, morals & politics; Wings Theater, 154 Christopher St. (betw. Greenwich & Washington Sts.), 212-627-2961; Thurs.-Sun. at 8, $17.50 [through 8/5].

     

    BOP + BRECHT = BAAL!

    American take on a classic presented by youngsters from The Bat Theater Co.; the Flea, 41 White St. (betw. Church St. & B'way), 212-226-2407 Thurs.-Sat. at 10, $15 [through 9/2].

     

    THE CRUMPLE ZONE

    Jason Moore, associate director of Les Miserables, directs new comedy involving "five very different men as they confront questions of love, infidelity, & friendship over one frantic holiday weekend" at The Rattlestick Theater, 224 Waverly Pl. (betw. 11th & Perry Sts.), 212-206-1515; Weds.-Sat. & Mon. at 8, Sun. at 3 & 7, $35 [through 8/27].

     

    THE DANCE ON WIDOWS' ROW

    Playwright of Home & The First Breeze of Summer, Samm-Art Williams, feat. new production at Abrons Arts Center, Henry St. Settlement, 466 Grand St. (Pitt St.), 212-279-4200; Weds.-Fri. at 7:30, Sat. at 3 & 8, mat. Sun. at 3, $25 [through 7/30].

     

    DANCING WITH MY DEMONS

    Ruth Otero's solo comic tale about conquering fear, which had an extended run at Blue Heron Arts Center last Fall, plays monthly at Nuyorican Poets Cafe, 236 E. 3rd St. (betw. Aves. B & C), 212-539-3531; Weds. at 7, $12 [through 10/18].

     

    DEATH IN ENGLAND

    Playwright Sam Bobbick's latest farce about the English; Vital Theater, 432 W. 42nd St., 3rd fl. (betw. 9th & 10th Aves.), 212-592-0129 Thurs.-Sat. at 8, mat. Sun. at 3, $15 [through 7/30].

     

    EH JOE

    Adaptation of Samuel Beckett's teleplay debuted by new theater co., Negative Antelope at Kraine Theater at KGB, 85 E. 4th St. (betw. 2nd Ave. & Bowery), 212-777-6088; Thurs.-Mon. at 8, $15 [through 8/13].

     

    ELECTRA

    Remember the phrase don't get mad, get even? This adaptation's all about it, but in 60 minutes; Here, 145 6th Ave. (betw. Spring & Dominick Sts.), 212-647-0202 or www.here.org; Tues. at 7, $12 [through 8/5].

     

    FIRST DATE

    Exploration of dating circa 1952 to present day first date = sex scenario; Phil Bosakowski Theater, 354 W. 45th St. (betw. 8th & 9th Aves.), 212-239-6700; Weds.-Sat. at 8, mats. Sat. & Sun. at 3, $30 [through 7/30].

     

    THE FLAME KEEPER

    Play looks at how one Jewish doctor deals with German shopkeeper after WWII; 47th St. Theater, 304 W. 47th St. (betw. 8th & 9th Aves.), 212-239-6200; Weds.-Fri. & Mon. at 8, Sat. at 2 & 8, Sun. at 3 & 7, $45.

     

    FOUR DOGS & A BONE

    John Patrick Shanley, author of Moonstruck brings new show business farce to the The Producer's Club, 358 W. 44th St. (betw. 8th & 9th Aves.), 212-613-6046; Weds., Fri. & Sat. at 8, Thurs. at 6, mats. Sat. & Sun. at 3, $12 [through 7/30].

     

    HANDS AFIRE

    Staceyann Chin's spoken word rant on politics; 45 Bleecker, 45 Bleecker St. (Lafayette St.), 212-358-3961; Thurs. & Fri., call for times, $20 [through 8/4].

     

    HAROLD & the NUDIST

    Cliché tale about struggling writer who shares one bedroom apartment in NYC; Vortex Theater Co., 164 11th Ave. (betw. 22nd & 23rd Sts.), 212-206-1764; Weds.-Sat. & Tues. at 8, mat. Sun. at 3, $15 [through 8/20].

     

    HOT! CELEBRATION OF QUEER CULTURE

    Queer artists perform original works at Dixon Place, 309 E. 26th St. (betw. 1st & 2nd Aves.), 212-532-1546 for schedule; Weds.-Sat. & Mon. at 8, $7-$12, [through 7/31].

     

    ICE FACTORY 2000

    New plays by women directors from around the world. This week, "Speak Low" inspired by the letters of Kurt Weil & Lotte Lenya, part of NY's Weil Centennial Celebration; Ohio Theater, 66 Wooster St. (betw. Spring & Broome Sts.), 212-966-4844; Weds.-Sat. at 7, $12 [through 8/19].

     

    THE ILIAD: BOOK ONE

    In rep. with Shakespeare's Comedy of Errors at Hemmerdinger Hall, 100 E. Washington Sq. Pl. (Waverly Pl.), 212-307-4100; Thurs. at 8, Fri. at 7 & 9, Sat. at 3 & 8, Sun. at 3 & 7, $20-$35 [through 8/6].

     

    THE INFINITY SIX VERSUS HALF A DOZEN OF THE OTHER

    Brooklyn-based co., Piper McKenzie Productions pres. surreal comedy with an ever changing cast incl. tv cop, Richie Conditioner & his partner Aloysius Shampoo; Present Company Theatorium, 198 Stanton St. (Ridge St.), 212-420-8877; Weds.-Sat. at 8, mat. Sun. at 3, $12 [through 7/30].

     

    JESUS HOPPED the 'A' TRAIN

    Yeah boyz! Philip Seymore Hoffman (We'd All Be Kings) directs two-act drama involving a couple of Rikers Island convicts, benefit performance on Fri.; Center Stage, 48 W. 21st St. (betw. 5th & 6th Aves.), 212-929-2228; Thurs.-Sat. at 8, $15, $45 benefit tkts. [through 8/12].

     

    JOE FEARLESS

    One man's basketball obsession jeopardizes his life; Atlantic Theater, 336 W. 20th St. (betw. 8th & 9th Aves.), 212-239-6200; Weds.-Sat., Mon. & Tues. at 8, $35, $25 st./s.c. [through 8/27].

     

    THE LONG SLOW DEATH OF LILA REMY

    Village Voice columnist Toni Schlesinger's look at 1950s, unrequited love & death; Here, 145 6th Ave. (betw. Spring & Dominick Sts.), 212-647-0202 or www.here.org; Fri.-Sun. at 7, $15 [through 8/6].

     

    MAN IN THE FLYING LAWN CHAIR

    Production based on true life story of Larry Walters, a daredevil who launched himself into air while sitting in a lawn chair; 78th St. Theater Lab, 236 W. 78th St. (betw. B'way & Amsterdam Ave.), 212-873-9050; Weds.-Sat. at 8, $12 [through 8/12].

     

    A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM

    Shakespeare presented outdoors, free, as part of Expanded Arts' sixth annual "Shakespeare in the Park(ing Lot)" series; Municipal Parking Lot, Broome St. (Ludlow St.), 212-253-1813; Weds.-Sat. at 8, free [through 8/5].

     

    MINOTAUR (OR THE KING'S BULL)

    Urban Youth Theater's hiphop musical drama at Henry St. Settlement, 466 Grand St. (Pitt St.), 212-598-0400; Thurs.-Sat. at 7, $5 kids [through 7/29].

     

    NEIL SIMON'S HOTEL SUITE

    Look at why couples become couples, presented through three of Simon's one-act "Suite" plays: "Plaza Suite," "California Suite" & "London Suite"; Gramercy Theater, 127 E. 23rd St. (betw. Park Ave. S. & Irving Pl.), 212-777-4900; Weds.-Sat. & Tues. at 7:30, mats. Weds., Sat., Sun. at 2:30, $55 [through 9/10].

     

    NUNSENSE

    John Fisher directs musical comedy at the Producers Club II, 616 9th Ave. (betw. 43rd & 44th Sts.), 212-922-0031; Weds.-Sat. at 8, mats. Sat. & Sun. at 2, $18 [through 7/30].

     

    PREY FOR ROCK 'N' ROLL

    Leenya Rideout (The Sopranos) stars in all-female rock musical about one's passion for music & the desire to get her band signed, first musical performed at CBGB, 315 Bowery (Bleecker St.), 212-337-8023; Sun. at 5, Mon. at 7, $10 [through 8/14].

    PRICE'S RIGHT

    Satire pokes fun of society, couch potatoes & "the good guy"; Blue Heron Arts Center, 123 E. 24th St., 2nd fl. (betw. Park Ave. S. & Lexington Ave.), 212-532-8887; Weds.-Sat. at 8, mat. Sun. at 3, $15 [through 7/30].

     

    REDFEST 2000

    One Arm Red pres. series of one-acts & readings by Douglas Mitchell; Manhattan Theater Source, 177 MacDougal St. (8th St.), 212-501-4751; Weds.-Sat. at 8, $15 [through 7/29].

     

    SANTOS & SANTOS

    A Mexican-American family-run Texas law firm is thrown into chaos when youngest brother discovers firm's money is dirty; Studio Theater, 416 W. 42nd St., 2nd fl. (betw. 9th & 10th Aves.), 212-971-1074; Weds.-Sun. at 7, $15 [through 8/5].

     

    SAVAGE IN LIMBO

    John Patrick Shanley's play about love & lust in NYC; Here, 145 6th Ave. (betw. Spring & Dominick Sts.), 212-647-0202 or www.here.org; Fri.-Sun. at 8, $15 [through 8/6].

     

    THE SECOND MAN

    Revel in the drama of four New Yorkers; Blue Heron Arts Center, 123 E. 24th St. (betw. Park Ave. S. & Lexington Ave.), 212-560-7284; Thurs.-Sat. at 8, mats. Sat. & Sun. at 3, $12 [through 7/30].

     

    SURFACE TRANSIT

    Sarah Jones' solo portrays eight characters incl. non-stop rhyming hiphop head, Jewish grandmother & a homegirl; P.S. 122, 150 1st Ave. (9th St.), 212-477-5288; call for times, $25, $15 st. [through 8/26].

     

    SUMMER CAMP 6

    Annual festival of works by new artists, playwrights, directors, technicians & designers; this week, Peter Morris's dark romantic comedy "Marge"; Soho Rep., 46 Walker St. (betw. B'way & Church St.), 212-334-0962 or www.sohorep.org; Thurs.-Sat at 7:30, mat. Sat. at 3, $8 [through 8/13].

     

    TABLETOP

    An ad person's wet dream; Bessie Schonberg Theater, 219 W. 19th St. (betw. 7th & 8th Aves.), 212-924-0077; Weds.-Sat., Mon. & Tues. at 8, mat. Sat. at 2, $25, $20 st./s.c. [through 8/5].

     

    VENUS & ADONIS

    Reworking of Shakespearean classic with puppets, set in parks throughout four boroughs; Fort Green Park, Bklyn., 212-387-2051 for info; Thurs.-Sun. at 6:30, free [through 8/13].

     

    WHAT A PIECE OF WORK IS DAN!

    Reworking of Shakespeare presented by Dan at Show World, 671 8th Ave. (betw. 42nd & 43rd Sts.,), 917-270-6131; Thurs. at 8, Fri. at 8 & 11:30, $12 [through 8/27].

     

    Continuing

    AIDA

    Triangular love story with music by Elton John & lyrics by Tim Rice; Palace Theater, 1554 B'way (47th St.), 212-307-4747; Weds.-Sat. & Tues. 8, mats. Weds. & Sat. at 2, Sun. at 3, $25-$80.

     

    the countess

    Drama based on scandal that rocked Victorian England re-opens at Lambs Theater, 130 W. 44th St. (betw. 6th & 7th Aves.), 212-239-6200; Weds.-Sat., Mon. & Tues. at 8, mats. Weds. & Sat. at 2:30, $40-$55.

     

    DE LA GUARDA

    Argentine theater group infuses theater with rock, dance, aerial contortionism & carnival elements in long-running smash Villa Villa; Daryl Roth Theater, 20 Union Sq. East (15th St.), 212-239-6200; Weds., Thurs. & Tues. at 8, Fri. & Sat. at 7 & 10, Sun. at 7, $40-$45.

     

    DIRTY BLONDE

    Claudia Shear's production about "a gal, a guy & Mae West," starring herself, Kevin Chamberlin & Bob Stillman moves to Broadway's Helen Hayes Theater, 240 W. 44th St. (betw. B'way & 8th Ave.), 212-239-6200; Weds.-Sat. & Tues. at 8, mats. Weds. & Sat. at 2, Sun. at 3, $55-$60.

     

    THE DONKEY SHOW

    "A Midsummer Night's disco" at El Flamingo 547 W. 21st St. (betw. 10th & 11th Aves.), 212-307-4100 or www.thedonkeyshow.com; Weds.-Sat. at 8, $35-$37.50.

     

    EAT THE RUNT

    Off-Broadway comedy lets audience members decide which actors play what roles; Altered Stages Theater, 212 W. 29th St. (betw. 7th & 8th Aves.), 212-760-5940; Weds.-Sun. & Tues. at 8, $35 [through 8/13].

    FOR COLORED GIRLS WHO HAVE CONSIDERED SUICIDE/WHEN THE RAINBOW IS ENUF

    Twenty fifth anniversary of Ntozake Shange's choreopoem; The American Place Theater, 111 W. 46th St. (betw. 6th Ave. & B'way), 212-239-6200; Weds.-Sat. & Tues. at 8, mats. Weds. & Sat. at 2, Sun. at 3, $45-$49.

     

    FULLY COMMITTED

    Becky Mode's humorous look inside one of Manhattan's trendiest restaurant opens off-Broadway starring Mark Setlock from Rent; Cherry Lane Theater, 38 Commerce St. (Bleecker St.), 212-239-6200; Weds. & Sun. at 3 & 8, Thurs., Mon. & Tues. at 8, $45.

     

    I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE!

    Musical revue looks at "Hopeful Heterosexuals"; Westside Theater, 407 W. 43rd St. (9th Ave.), 212-239-6200; Fri., Sat., Mon. & Tues. at 8, Sun. at 3 & 7:30, mats. Weds. & Sat. at 2:30, $49.50-$55.

     

    IT AIN'T OVER 'TIL THE FIRST LADY SINGS

    Capitol Steps' musical review that's sure to bring down Bill, Hillary, Rudy, George & everyone else involved with politics?just in time for elections; Douglas Fairbanks Theater, 432 W. 42nd St. (betw. 9th & 10th Aves.), 212-239-6200; Weds.-Sat. & Tues. at 8, mats. Weds.-Sat. & Tues. at 8, mats. Weds, Thurs. & Sat. at 2:30, $45, $22.50 adv. [through 9/2].

     

    JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR

    One of the longest running musical returns to NYC; Ford Center for the Performing Arts, 213 W. 43rd St. (betw. 7th & 8th Aves.), 212-307-4100; Weds.-Sat. & Tues. at 8, mats. Weds. & Sat. at 2, Sun. at 3, $26-$81.

     

    JITNEY

    August Moon's look at African American experiences during 20th-century; Second Stage Theater, 307 W. 43rd St. (8th Ave.), 212-246-4422; Weds.-Sat. & Tues. at 8, mats. Weds. & Sat. at 2, Sun. at 3, $51 [through 9/3].

     

    THE LARAMIE PROJECT

    Documented interviews regarding the Matthew Shepard murder of 98, performed by the Tectonic Theater Project; Union Sq. Theater, 100 E. 17th St. (Park Ave. S.), 212-505-0700; Weds.-Sat & Mon. & Tues. at 8, mats. Weds. & Sat. at 3, $20-$55.

     

    LATE NIGHT CATECHISM

    Interactive comedy written by Vicki Quade & Maripat Donovan; St. Luke's Church, 308 W. 46th St. (betw. 8th & 9th Aves.), 212-239-6200; Fri. & Sat. at 8, mats. Sat. & Sun. at 3, $40.

     

    LINE

    Play by Israel Horovitz now in its 26th year; Thirteenth St. Rep, 50 W. 13th St. (betw. 5th & 6th Aves.), 212-675-6677; Weds. & Thurs. at 7, Fri. & Sat. at 9:30, $12.50, $8 st./s.c.

     

    MICHIGAN IMPOSSIBLE

    Robert Christophe takes on many roles during his search for racial identity; John Houseman Theater, 450 W. 42nd St. (betw. 9th & 10th Aves.), 212-279-4200; Weds.-Sat., Mon. & Tues. at 8, mat. $35 [through 9/22].

     

    the MUSIC MAN

    Meredith Wilson's adaptation of 1950 Broadway musical with choreography by Susan Stroman; Neil Simon Theater, 250 W. 52nd St. (betw. B'way & 8th Ave.), 212-307-4100; Weds.-Sat. & Tues. at 8, mats. Weds. & Sat. at 2, Sun. at 3, $20-$85.

     

    NAKED BOYS SINGING

    Musical revue celebrates "being in your birthday suit"?eight naked men & 16 tunes; The Actors' Playhouse, 100 7th Ave. (betw. Grove & Bleecker Sts.), 212-463-0060; Weds.-Fri. & Mon. at 8, Sat. at 7 & 10, Sun. at 3 & 8, $35-$65.

     

    OFF THE METER

    A cabbie & investment banker's attempt to become their own boss; Hudson Guild Theater, 441 W. 26th St. (betw. 9th & 10th Aves.), 212-279-4200; Weds.-Sat., Mon. & Tues. at 8, mat. Sat. at 3, $35.

     

    OUR SINATRA

    Celebration of Hoboken's favorite ole blue eyes; Blue Angel Theater, 323 W. 44th St. (betw. 8th & 9th Sts.), 212-239-6200; Weds., Fri., Sat., Mon. & Tues. at 8, Sun. at 7:30, mat. Weds. & Sat. at 2:30, $50-$80.

     

    OVER THE RIVER & THROUGH THE WOODS

    Young man's indecision about his future sparks unsolicited advice & meddling from four Italian-American grandparents; John Housman Theater, 450 W. 42nd St. (betw. 9th & 10th Aves.), 212-239-6200; Weds., Fri., Sat., Mon. & Tues. at 8, mats. Weds. & Sat. at 2:30, Sun. at 3, $49.50.

     

    SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER

    Musical inspired by Robert Stigwood's 1977 film; Minskoff Theater, 1515 B'way (45th St.), 212-307-4100; Weds.-Sat. & Tues. at 8, mats. Weds. & Sat. at 2, Sun. at 3, $30-$80. [through 12/00]

     

    SWING

    Musical & dance celebration feat. vocalist Ann Hampton Callaway; St. James Theater, 246 W. 44th St. (betw. B'way & 8th Ave.), 212-239-6200; Weds.-Sat., Mon. & Tues. at 8, mats. Weds. & Sat. at 2, $20-$80.

     

    TRUE WEST

    Matthew Warchus (Art) directs Sam Shepard's production starring Philip Seymour Hoffman (Boogie Nights) & John C. Reilly (Magnolia) as estranged brothers who attempt to teach other respective trades, screenwriting & burglary; Circle in the Square Theater, 1633 B'way (50th St.), 212-239-6200; call for times, $65-$67.50.

     

    THE VAGINA MONOLOGUES

    Eve Ensler's documentation of life as seen through "the muff," based on real-life interviews?new actresses every two weeks; Westside Theater, 407 W. 43rd St. (betw. 9th & 10th Aves.), 212-239-6200; Weds.-Fri. & Tues. at 8, Sat. at 5 & 8, Sun. at 3 & 7:30, $55.

     

    WHEN THEY SPEAK OF RITA

    Consequences of a domesticated house wife's decision; Primary Stages, 354 W. 45th St. (betw. 8th & 9th Aves.), 212-333-4052; Weds.-Sat. at 8, mats. Sat. at 2, Sun. at 3, $45.

     

    Long Runs

    ANNIE GET YOUR GUN

    Annie returns to the Marquis Theater, 1535 B'way (46th St.), 212-307-4100; Weds.-Sat. & Tues. at 8, mats. Weds. & Sat. at 2, Sun. at 3, $20-$80.

     

    BEAUTY & THE BEAST

    Palace Theater, 1564 B'way (47th St.), 212-307-4100; Weds.-Sat. & Tues. at 8, mats. Weds. & Sat. at 2, Sun. at 3, $25.-$80.

     

    CABARET

    The Roundabout Theater's production of Kander & Ebb's classic; Studio 54, 254 W. 54th St. (betw. B'way & 7th Ave.), 212-239-6200, Weds.-Sat. & Tues. at 8, mats. Sat. & Sun. at 2, $45-$90.

     

    CATS

    Winter Garden Theater, 1634 B'way (50th St.), 212-239-6200; Weds., Fri. Sat., Mon. & Tues. at 8, mats. Weds. & Sat. at 2, Sun. at 3, $40-$75 [through 9/10].

     

    CHICAGO

    Concert version of 1975 musical starring Vicki Lewis, Charlotte d'Amboise, Marcia Lewis, P.J. Benjamin & Brent Barrett; Schubert Theater, 225 W. 44th St. (betw. B'way & 8th Ave.), 212-239-6200 or www.chicagothemusical.com; Weds.-Sat. & Tues. at 8, mats. Sat. & Sun. at 2, Sun. at 3, $20-$75.

     

    THE FANTASTICKS

    Longest-running musical; Sullivan St. Theater, 181 Sullivan St. (betw. Bleecker & Houston Sts.), 212-674-3838; Weds.-Fri. & Tues. at 8, Sat. at 3 & 7, Sun. at 3 & 7:30, $36.50-$39.

     

    FOOTLOOSE

    Adaptation of 1984 film about small town that tries to outlaw dancing; Richard Rodgers Theater, 226 W. 46th St. (betw. B'way & 8th Ave.), 212-307-4100; Weds.-Sat. at 8, Sun. at 7, mats. Weds. & Sat. at 2, Sun. at 3, $20-$80.

     

    FOSSE

    Musical celebration of choreographer's oeuvre; Broadhurst Theater, 235 W. 44th St. (betw. B'way & 8th Ave.), 212-239-6200; Weds.-Sat., & Tues. at 8, mats. Weds. & Sat. at 2, Sun. at 3, $65-$80.

     

    JEKYLL & HYDE

    Musical by Frank Wildhorn & Leslie Bricusse starring everyone's favorite blonde rock god, Sebastian Bach; Plymouth Theater, 236 W. 45th St. (betw. B'way & 8th Ave.), 212-239-6200; Weds.-Sat. & Tues. at 8, mats. Weds. & Sat. at 2, Sun. at 3, $55-$80.

     

    LES MISERABLES

    Imperial Theater, 249 W. 45th St. (betw. B'way & 8th Ave.), 212-239-6200; Weds.-Sat., Mon. & Tues. at 8, mats. Weds. & Sat. at 2, $20-$80.

     

    THE LION KING

    New Amsterdam Theater, 214 W. 42nd St. (B'way), 212-307-4100; Weds.-Sat., Mon. & Tues. at 8, Sun. at 6:30, mats. Weds., Sat. & Sun. at 2, $25-$90.

     

    MISS SAIGON

    Written by Alain Boublil & Claude-Michel Schonberg, creators of Les Miserables now in its 9th year; B'way Theater, 1681 B'way (53rd St.), 212-239-6200; Weds.-Sat., Mon. & Tues. at 8, mats. Weds. & Sat. at 2, $20-$80 [through 12/31].

     

    PERFECT CRIME

    Long-running murder mystery; Duffy Theater, 1553 B'way (46th St.), 212-695-3401; Thurs.-Sat. & Mon. at 8, Sun. at 7, mats. Weds. & Sat. at 2, Sun. at 3, $35.

     

    PHANTOM OF THE OPERA

    Majestic Theater, 247 W. 44th St. (betw. B'way & 8th Ave.), 212-239-6200; Weds.-Sat., Mon. & Tues. at 8, mats. Weds. & Sat. at 2, $20-$80.

     

    RENT

    An East Village La Boheme; Nederlander Theater, 208 w. 41st St. (betw. 7th & 8th Aves.), 212-307-4100; Thurs.-Sat., Mon. & Tues. at 8, Sun. at 7, mats. Sat. & Sun. at 2, $20-$80.

     

    TONY & TINA'S WEDDING

    Same interactive musical theater, now in its 12th year of production; St. Luke's Church, 308 W. 46th St. (betw. 8th & 9th Aves.), reception at Vinnie Black's Vegas Room, Hotel Edison, 221 W. 46th St. (betw. B'way & 8th Ave.), 212-239-6200; Thurs.-Sat. at 7, Sun. at 2, $67.50-$80.