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Lisa Millegan
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BUS STOP

Sierra Repertory Theatre's "Bus Stop" is one of the best productions in the region this year because of its compelling characters, an impressively detailed set and an engaging story about different forms of love. It follows the romances and flirtations among a group of bus passengers stuck in a Kansas City diner during a snowy night.

Through Sept. 27 at Sierra Repertory Theatre, 13891 Mono Way, Sonora. $18-$28; 532-3120 or www.sierrarep.org.

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"AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 DAYS"
Through Sept. 20

When Phileas Fogg is challenged to prove his contention that a man can go around the world in 80 days, he bets his entire fortune. 7 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays; 3 p.m. Sundays. Denair Gaslight Theater, 3908 N. Gratton Road. $6-$8. 664-9514.

"BEAUTY AND THE BEAST"
Through Sept. 20

Based on Disney's animated feature. Belle, whose father Maurice is imprisoned by the Beast, offers herself instead and finds the prince inside. 7:30 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays; 2 p.m. Sundays. Playhouse Merced, 452 W. Main St., Merced. $8-$20. 725-8587. www.playhousemerced.com.

"BUS STOP"
Through Sept. 27

A tenderhearted tale of love and loneliness that reveals deep hunger for companionship and understanding.

7 p.m. Thursdays-Fridays; 8 p.m. Saturdays; 2 p.m. Wednesdays, Saturdays-Sundays. East Sonora-Sierra Repertory Theatre, 13891 Mono Way, Sonora. $22-$28. 532-3120. www.sierrarep.org.

"A MOON FOR THE MISBEGOTTEN"
Sept. 18-Oct. 11

Lyrical drama about love, loss and redemption. Two people in very different life circumstances find each other on a moonlit night, trying to forget the reality of their lives. Call or check Web site for times. Prospect Theater Project, 520 Scenic Drive, Modesto. $15. 549-9341. www.prospecttheaterproject.org.