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| 16 Feb 2015 | 04:58

    BLITHE SPIRIT

    Stephen Hollis' interpretation of Noel Coward's tale of ex-wives & an unhappy homecoming; Theater 80, 80 St. Mark's Pl. (betw. 1st & 2nd Aves.), 212-598-9802; call for times, $28-$35 [opens 9/11].

     

    4 GUYS NAMED JOSE AND UNA MUJER NAMED MARIA

    Song & dance routine about four men who have a dream?to stage a show of Latin standards; the Blue Angel Theater, 323 W. 44th St. (betw. 8th & 9th Aves.), 212-239-6240; Weds.-Sat. & Tues. at 8, Sun. at 7:30, mats. Sat. & Sun. at 3, $35 [opens 9/18].

     

    AND GOD CREATED GREAT WHALES

    David Schweizer directs Rinde Eckert musical about ailing composer & his opera of Moby Dick; 45 Bleecker St. (Lafayette St.), 212-307-4100; Weds.-Sat. & Tues. at 8, mat. Sun. at 4, $35-$45 [opens 9/6].

     

    A LESSON BEFORE DYING

    Based on novel of same title about 2 African American men in the 40s sentenced to death for a crime they didn't commit; Signature Theater Company, 555 W. 42nd St. (betw. 10th & 11th Aves.), 212-244-PLAY; Weds.-Sat. & Tues. at 8, mats. Sat. at 2 & Sun. at 3, $47.50 [opens 9/17].

     

    STREET OF BLOOD

    Religious epic presented by Ronnie Burkett & his 34-piece puppet troupe; New York Theater Workshop, 79 E. 4th St. (betw. 2nd Ave. & Bowery), 212-780-9037; Fri., Sat. & Tues. at 8, mat. Sun. at 3, $45, $28 s.c., $15 st. [opens 9/7].

     

    WHERE EVERYTHING IS EVERYTHING

    Dan, a finance type meets Tracy, a shy graphic design type; Ryan Theater, 128 Chamber St. (betw. W. B'way & Church St.), 212-539-8892; Weds. & Thurs. at 8; $25 [opens 9/7].

     

    Just Opened

    ANTIGONE

    Our favorite Greek tragedy & part of Fringe Festival; Henry St. Settlement, 466 Grand St. (Pitt St.), 212-598-0400; call for times & prices [through 9/17].

     

    BERLIN TO BROADWAY WITH KURT WEILL

    Play spans entire career of Weill. Score incl. "Mack The Knife," "September Song" & "My Ship"; the Triad Theater, 158 W. 72nd St. (betw. Amsterdam & Columbus Aves.), 212-279-4200; Weds.-Sat., Mon. & Tues. at 8, mats. Weds. & Sat. at 3, $45.

     

    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].

     

    BOX 27

    Bob Crest directs production by G.L.A.A.D. award winner, Michael Mann; Wings Theater, 154 Christopher St. (betw. Greenwich & Washington Sts.), 212-627-2961; Thurs.-Sat. at 8, $17.50 [through 9/2].

     

    THE CHI

    Lloyd Dobler type wrestles with love, philosophy, boxing & other things of the universe; 85 E. 4th St. (betw. 2nd Ave. & Bowery), 212-539-3687; Fri. & Sat. at 7:30 & 10, Sun. at 7, $17 [through 9/17].

     

    THE CRADLE WILL ROCK

    Jean Cocteau Repertory produces Biltzstein's classic American musical; Bouwerie Lane Theater, 330 Bowery (Bond St.), 212-677-0060; Thurs.-Sat. at 8, mat. Sun. at 3, $30, $24 s.c., $15 st. [through 10/19].

     

    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 9/10].

     

    CYRANO DE BERGERAC

    Peter Meineck directs classic Steve Martin film with Lisa Carter as Roxanne & Anthony Cochrane as Cyrano; Clark Studio Theater, Lincoln Center, Rose Building, 7th fl., 70 Lincoln Center Plaza, B'way (65th St.), 212-992-9642; Thurs.-Sat. at 8, Sun. at 7, mats. Sat. & Sun. at 3 [through 9/17].

     

    DESPERATIONS

    Homeless man reflects on Ireland of yesteryear while unsuccessfully trying to bum cash for some cheap wine; Chino Theater at Theater for a New City, 155 1st Ave. (10th St.), 212-539-3521; Thurs.-Sat. at 8:30, Sun. at 7, $12 [through 9/10].

     

    DIRTY JUANITA

    Domestic violence between two roommates & the co-worker who finds them out; Flatiron Theater, 119 W. 23rd St., (betw. 6th & 7th Aves.), 212-206-1515; Thurs.-Mon. at 8, mats. Sun. at 2, $15 [through 9/24].

     

    DR. JEKYLL & MR. HYDE

    Jules Tasca's adaptation based on novel by Robert Louis Steveneson; Creative Place Theater, 750 8th Ave. (46th St.), 212-388-2508; Weds.-Sun. at 8, mat. Sat. at 4, $12 [through 9/3].

     

    AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE

    Man is chastised when he discovers the truth; Riant Theater, 161 Hudson St. (betw. Hubert & Laight Sts.), 212-925-8353; Thurs.-Sat. at 8, Sun. at 3, $15 [through 9/17].

     

    FESTIVAL OF DOMINICAN THEATER

    Opens with two plays by Franklin Dominguez?Bailemos Ese Tango & Los Borrachos?in Spanish with English translation via headsets upon request; Repertorio Español, 138 E. 27th St. (betw. Lexington & 3rd Aves.), 212-889-2850 or www.repertorio.org; call for times & prices [through 9/10].

     

    A GOOD STORY (Doesn't have to make any sense)

    Twelve youths write, direct, produce & act in their own work; Theater 22, 54 W. 22nd St. (betw. 5th & 6th Aves.), 212-243-2805; Mon. at 8 & Tues. at 6:30, free.

     

    H4

    Oh young Prince Hal, where for art thou? Yeah plus Falstaff debuts here too in 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 9/2].

     

    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 9/3].

     

    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, mats. Sat. & Sun. at 3, $50-$60 [through 9/24].

     

    IMPERFECT CHEMISTRY

    Musical reworking of classic tale about two geneticists trying to cure baldness; Minetta Lane Theater, 18 Minetta Ln. (betw. W. 3rd & Bleecker Sts.), 212-420-8000; Weds.-Fri., Mon. & Tues. at 8, Sat. at 7 & 10, Sun. at 3 & 7, $50.

     

    IT AIN'T NOTHIN' BUT THE BLUEs

    Tony nominee about birth of blues. Songs incl. "Sweet Home Chicago," "Fever," "Goodnight Irene," "The Thrill Is Gone," & "Let The Good Times Roll"; B.B. King Blues Club, 243 W. 42nd St. (betw. 7th & 8th Aves.), 212-239-6200; Weds. at 2 & 8, Mon. & Tues. at 8, Sun. at 3 & 7, $50.

     

    JULIUS CAESAR

    The Joseph Papp Theater/NY Shakespeare Festival pres. 45th season of Shakespeare in Central Park; Delacorte Theater in Central Park, 81st St. (Central Park W.), 212-539-8750 or www.publictheater.org for ticket pick-up info; Weds.-Sun. & Tues. at 8, free [through 9/3].

     

    LIFE DURING WARTIME

    Black comedy traces life of home-security employee; The Currican Theater, 154 W. 29th St. (betw 6th & 7th Aves.), 212-206-1515; Weds.-Sun. & Tues. at 8, mat. Sun. at 2, $22, $16 st. [through 9/10].

     

    MACBETH

    Shakespeare performed in the courtyard, in repertory with Midsummer Night's Dream as part of Annual Outdoor Shakespeare Series at Pulse Theater, 432 W. 42nd St. (betw. 9th & 10th Aves.), 212-279-4200; call for times, $15 [through 9/17].

     

    MEMORIAL DAYS

    Play about what happens when two brothers love same woman closes out New Directions Theater season; Homegrown Theater, 2628 B'way (betw. 99th & 100th Sts.), 212-229-7500; Fri., Sat. & Mon. at 8, $15 [through 9/18].

     

    A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, as you like it

    Gorilla Repertory Theater Co. pres. Shakespeare outdoors. "A Midsummer Night's Dream" (Thurs. & Sat. at 8); "As You Like It" (Fri. & Sun. at 8); Washington Sq. Park, 4th St. (Washington Sq. W.), 212-330-8086; free [through 9/24].

     

    NATURAL BORN POP FESTIVAL

    Amazons In Chains is one of many Pure Pop Festival 2000 plays. More festival offerings throughout this section; Nada, 167 Ludlow St. (betw. Houston & Stanton Sts.), 212-420-1466; Thurs.-Sat. at 7:30, Sun. at 8, $12 [through 9/3].

     

    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].

     

    PROPAGANDA PLAYS

    Three shorts?The Allegory Of The Cave, Atom & Devorah & Natural Selection; Dixon Place, 309 E. 26th St. (betw. 1st & 2nd Aves.), 212-532-1546; Weds. & Thurs. at 8, $10, $8 st./s.c. [through 9/23].

     

    QUEEN ESTHER: UNEMPLOYED SUPERSTAR

    One-woman performance, part of The Joseph Papp Public Theater/NY Shakespeare Festival; 425 Lafayette St. (Astor Pl.), 212-239-6200; Fri. at 8:30, $12 [through 9/8].

     

    REPERTORIO ESPAñOL

    Thirty-second season of Latin American, Spanish & Hispanic-American theater, both new & repertory works performed; Repertorio Español, 138 E. 27th St. (betw. Lexington & 3rd Aves.), 212-889-2850 or www.repertorio.org; call for times, $30-$40 [through 9/10].

     

    SAD CLOWNS ON VELVET

    Ian Hill directs collection of three Chekhov "vaudevilles"; Nada, 167 Ludlow St. (betw. Houston & Stanton Sts.), 212-420-1466; Weds. at 8, $10 [through 9/20].

     

    THE SEAGULL

    Aaron Beall directs one of the classics, part of Pure Pop Festival 2000's tribute to Chekhov; Show World, 671 8th Ave. (betw. 42nd & 43rd Sts.,), 212-420-1466; Thurs. & Sat. at 7:30, mat. Sun. at 3, $8.99-$10.99 [through 10/9].

     

    THE SOUL OF AN INTRUDER

    New play about woman in love triangle with two dudes by Steve Braunstein; Theater 3, 311 W. 43rd St. (betw. 8th & 9th Aves.), 212-279-4200; Weds.-Sat. & Mon. at 8, mat. Weds. at 2, $30 [through 9/30].

     

    SPINNING INTO BUTTER

    Small N.E. 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.-Sat., Mon. & Tues. at 8, mats. Weds. & Sat. at 2, $50 [through 10/28].

     

    THE UNDISCOVERED CHEKHOV

    Early stories from Russian journals translated by Peter Constantine, part of Pure Pop Festival 2000; Show World, 671 8th Ave. (betw. 42nd & 43rd Sts.,), 212-420-1466; Sun. at 7, Mon. at 8 & 10, $10.99 [through 12/31].

     

    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; Fri. & Sat. at 8, $12 [through 10/7].

     

    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. at 8, mats. Weds. & Sat. at 2, Sun. at 3, $25-$80.

     

    CAFé MILLENNIUM

    Comedy about slam poetry nights; 241 E. 24th St. (betw. 2nd & 3rd Sts.), 212-388-7947; Sun. at 7, $10 & 2 drink min [through 11/26].

     

    the countess

    Drama based on scandal that rocked Victorian England re-opens at Lambs Theater, 130 W. 44th St. (betw. B'way & 6th Ave.), 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.

     

    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.

     

    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 [through 10/15].

     

    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 musicals 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 10/8].

     

    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 [through 9/2].

     

    LATE NITE 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.

     

    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; Dillion's, 245 W. 54th St. (betw. B'way & 8th Ave.), 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 [through 9/3].

     

    SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER

    Musical inspired by Robert Stigwood's 1977 film; Minskoff Theater, 1515 B'way (45th St.), 212-307-4100; Weds.-Fri. & Tues. at 8, Sat. at 2, Sun. at 2 & 7, $30-$85. [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, Sun. at 3, $20-$80.

     

    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.

     

    WHY DON'T WE BOMB THE AMISH

    Playwright & actor Casey Fraser's comical exploration of hypocrisy, anger & subway rage; Gershwin Hotel, 7 E. 27th St. (betw. 5th & Madison Aves.), 212-279-4200; Thurs.-Sat. at 8, $20.

     

    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-$85.

     

    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.-Sun. at 7, Sat. & Sun. at 2, $67.50-$80.