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1 dead in attic. Contemporary Arts Center, 900 Camp St., 528-3800; www.cacno.org — Chris Rose presents a staged reading of selections from his book of post-Katrina musings. Tickets $25. 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. Sunday.
And the ball and all. Skyfire Theatre, 332 N. New Hampshire St., Covington, (985) 875-7577; www.skyfire.tv — Skyfire presents Ricky Graham's play starring Becky Allen, Amanda Hebert, Yvette Hargis, Amanda Zirkenbach, Rebecca Taliancich, Shannon Mathis and Patrick Mendelson. Tickets $25. 8:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 3:30 p.m. Sunday.
The Barber of Seville. Tulane University, McAlister Auditorium, 529-3000; www.neworleansopera.org — The New Orleans Opera Association presents two performances of Gioachino Rossini's famous opera. David Morelock directs Jane Redding, Keith Jameson, Mel Ulrich and Tom Hammons. Robert Lyall conducts. The director will present a "nuts-and-bolts" lecture one hour before each performance. Tickets $35-$225 (upper balcony to box seats). 7:30 p.m. Thursday, 8 p.m. Saturday.
Buddy, The Buddy holly story. Jefferson Performing Arts Center, 400 Phlox Ave., Metairie, 885-2000; www.jpas.org — The Jefferson Performing Arts Society presents a musical based on the life and songs of legendary musician Buddy Holly. Billy McGuigan stars. Tickets $30 general admission, $29 seniors, $15 students/kids. 7:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday.
Bustout burlesque. Tipitina's French Quarter, 233 N. Peters St., 975-7425 or 239-0126; www.bustoutburlesque.com — Bustout is a 1950s-style burlesque show featuring MC Johnny Rock, singer Debbie Davis, and four exotic striptease dancers. Jerry Christopher and his Big Easy Band accompany the show. Tickets $20 reserved-table seating, $15 general admission. 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. Saturday, through April 1.
A Coupla White Chicks Sitting around talking. Minacapelli's Dinner Playhouse, 1540 Lindberg Drive, Slidell, (985) 781-6565; http://minacapellis.com — Minacapelli's presents John Ford Noonan's comedy starring Linda Aubert and Julie Wood. Tickets $35 (dinner and show), $20 (dessert and show). 6:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 1:30 p.m. Sunday, through April 8.
dis+graced. Zeitgeist Multi-Disciplinary Arts Center, 1724 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., 525-2767 or 352-1150; www.theatrelouisiane.com or www.zeitgeistinc.net — Theatre Louisiane debuts an original one-woman multimedia production created by Amy Woodruff that features live theater and video projection based on the letters of Josephine Bonaparte and the monologues of Euripide's Medea. Video projection by Chrispin Barnes. Tickets $10. 8 p.m. Friday-Sunday.
The Foreigner. Playmakers Theater, 19106 Playmakers Road, off Lee Road, Covington, (985) 893-1671; www.playmakersinc.com — Playmakers Theater presents Larry Shue's farcical comedy about two Englishmen who visit a rural fishing lodge in Georgia, directed by Kay Files. Tickets $10 general admission, $5 students. 8 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday.
I'm Still Here, Me!. Le Chat Noir, 715 St. Charles Ave., 581-5812; www.cabaretlechatnoir.com — Ricky Graham performs, accompanied by Jefferson Turner. Tickets $26 (includes $5 bar credit). 6 p.m. Sunday.
An Inspector calls. Louisiana State University, Hatcher Hall Theatre, Baton Rouge, (225) 578-3527; www.theatre.lsu.edu — The LSU Theatre Department presents J.B. Priestley's classic thriller directed by Michael Tick. Pay-what-you-can preview (Wednesday-Thursday). Regular run tickets $15.50 general admission, $13.50 faculty/staff/ seniors, $8.50 students. 7:30 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday, through April 2.
Katrina Stories. Le Chat Noir, 715 St. Charles Ave., 581-5812 or (913) 486-1939; mnagle@law.tulane.edu — Tulane law students and faculty present a series of monologues written by Mary Nagle, Otis Towns and Morgan Williams from collected Katrina stories. Lauren Checki directs. Tickets $14 (includes $5 bar credit). 8 p.m. Tuesday.
Les deaux divas. Le Chat Noir, 715 St. Charles Ave., 581-5812; www.cabaretlechatnoir.com — Le Chat present two separate cabaret shows featuring mother-daughter peformers Cynthia Owen accompanied by Amasa Miller and Lyla Hay Owen accompanied by Jim Walpole. Tickets $31 (includes $5 bar credit). 8 p.m. Friday-Saturday.
Medea. Tulane University, Newcomb Quad, Dixon Annex, Lupin Theater, 865-5106 — Tulane's Department of Theatre and Dance presents Antony Sandoval's modern stylization of Seneca's version of the Greek tragedy. Sandoval directs Kathleen Small, Courtney Pauroso, Andrew Farrier and Clayton Faits. Tickets $12 general admission, $9 Tulane faculty/staff, $7.50 students/seniors. 8 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday, through April 2.
The Nerd. Actor's Theatre of New Orleans, WTIX-FM Building, second floor, 4539 N. I-10 Service Road, Metairie, 456-4111 — The Actor's Theatre of New Orleans presents Larry Shue's comedy about a man who's life is turned upside down by a visiting former acquaintance. Rene Piazza directs Megan Harms, David Glasser, Kevin Songy and others. Tickets $16 general admission, $14 students/seniors. 7:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, 2:30 p.m. Sunday, through April 1.
The Odd Couple. Rivertown Repertory Theatre, 325 Minor St., Kenner, 468-7221 — Rivertown Rep presents Neil Simon's comedy about two very mismatched roommates, directed by Gary Rucker. Optional pre-performance buffet $18 (reservations required). Tickets $22 general admission, $20 seniors/students, $10 kids 6-12. 8 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 2:30 p.m. Sunday.
Okra. True Brew Playhouse, 200 Julia St., (800) 595-4849; www.tix.com — Evangeline Oaks Entertainment and Eshleman Entertainment present Anne Galjour's Cajun comedy. Perry Martin directs Janet Shea, Denise Ponce, Aimee Hayes, Troy Poplous and Manuel Ponce. Tickets $21. 8 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday.
The Old Settler. Anthony Bean Community Theater, 1333 S. Carrollton Ave., 862-7529 — The Anthony Bean Community Theater presents John Henry Redwood's award-winning dramatic comedy set in 1940s Harlem. Tickets $16 general admission, $14 seniors/students. 8 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 3 p.m. Sunday, through April 2.
Plaza Suite. Slidell Little Theatre, 2024 Nellie Drive, Slidell, (985) 641-0324 or (985) 643-0556; www.slidell-slt.org — Slidell Little Theater presents Neil Simon's comedy about three couples who successively occupy the same apartment. Polly Hudgins, Bradley Arsenaux and Rose Kennedy direct Martin Booda, Julie Vorus, Danielle Bastoe, Marshall Russell and Janet Talley. Tickets $12 general admission, $5 youth 18-under. 8 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday.
Southern Fried Chickie. True Brew Playhouse, 200 Julia St., (800) 595-4849; www.tix.com or www.southernfriedchickie.com — Christy McBrayer stars in her one-woman, 14-character comedy memorializing a past trip to her "trailer park suburb" hometown. Live music from the Red Neck Greek Chorus Boys. Tickets $15 general admission, $10 students/seniors/military personnel. 6 p.m. Sunday, through April 23.
Surviving the storm: Stories of Women and Resilience. Contemporary Arts Center, 900 Camp St., 210-0224; www.cacno.org — The CAC presents an evening of short performances by actors, dancers, poets, vocalists and musicians directed by Diana E. H. Shortes. Tickets $10. 8 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday.
The Vagina Monologues. House of Blues, The Parish, 225 Decatur St., 529-2583 — V-Day NOLA presents Eve Ensler's popular play. Special guests Ahummin' Acoustical Acupunture. Proceeds benefit Sexual Assault Response Assistance. Tickets $20 general admission, $15 students/seniors. 8 p.m. Saturday.
The Winter's Tale. Loyola University, Marquette Theater, 6363 St. Charles Ave., 865-3824; http://www.loyno.edu — The Loyola drama department presents William Shakespeare's mythical story of renewal. Donald Brady directs Colby LeMaster and Kaity Talmage-Bowers. Tickets $10 general admission, $5 students/seniors. 8 p.m. Friday-Saturday. comedy ComedySportz. Le Chat Noir, 715 St. Charles Ave., 581-5812; www.cabaretlechatnoir.com — The Comedy Conservatory presents its wacky mixture of sports and improv. Tickets $10. 11 p.m. Saturday.
the comedy Stand. The Coffee Cottage, 5860 Dickory Ave., River Ridge, 818-0051; www.thecomedystand.com — The Comedy Stand presents "The Funny Is Here! Stand-Up Comedy," featuring Jodi Borrello and guests. Tickets $12 general admission, $10 local ladies. 9 p.m. Friday.
Doug stanhope. One Eyed Jacks, 615 Toulouse St., 569-8361; www.oneeyedjacks.net — Stand-Up Nola hosts the infamous and raw stand-up comedian (The Man Show). Bill Dykes and friends guest star. Tickets $10. 9 p.m.
Flour power comedy hour. Flour Power Playhouse, 2101 Paris Road, Chalmette, 666-1220 — Terry Comeaux, Tom Hassinger and Mike Strecker perform stand-up comedy. Tickets $10. 9 p.m. Friday-Saturday.
Shalbo stand-up. Blue Moon Tavern, 115 Focis St., Metairie, 831-6725 — Shalbo Productions presents Reggie Reg, Just Jude and Kango Komic. Free admission. 9 p.m. Saturday.
Stand-Up Nola. Lucy's Retired Surfers Bar & Restaurant, 701 Tchoupitoulas St., upstairs, 523-8995; www.standupnola.com — Standupnola.com hosts a weekly comedy open-mic night for amateurs and professionals alike. Arrive between 7 p.m. and 7:45 p.m. to sign up and perform. Tickets $5, free for comics. 8 p.m. Wednesday.
auditions
Symphony chorus of New Orleans. Delgado Community College, 737-0647; www.symphonychorus.org — Symphony Chorus of New Orleans holds 10-minute auditions for its 2006 season. Call or visit Web site to schedule an appointment and for audition materials. Thursday evening and Saturday by appointment. future productions Contemporary arts center. 900 Camp St., 210-0224; www.cacno.org — The CAC will host DramaRama13 May 19-20.
LSU's swine Palace Theatre. Reilly Theatre, Tower Drive, Baton Rouge, (225) 578-3527; www.swinepalace.org — Swine Palace Productions will present She Stoops to Conquer by Oliver Goldsmith April 19 through May 7.
RIVER REGION PERFORMING ARTS AND CULTURAL CENTER. 15146 River Road, Norco, (985) 746-7678; www.rrpa.org/pages/10 — The Guild is currently renovating a former school in Good Hope for use as a cultural and performance center.
Shakespeare festival at tulane. Tulane University, Lupin Theatre, 865-5105 — The festival will present a one-night-only performance of A Midsummer Night's Dream on April 22. The summer performances include A Midsummer Night's Dream in July and The Tempest in August.
SOUTHERN REP THEATRE. The Shops at Canal Place, 333 Canal St., 522-6545; www.southernrep.com — The first four shows of the season are cancelled. Southern Rep plans to open May 3 with Kimberly Akimbo by David Lindsay-Abaire.
South louisiana Casting & Production Company. Bayou Country Club, 900 Bayou Country Club Blvd., Thibodaux, (985) 446-8894 — The company presents Rock 'N Soul Revue in April.
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