Friday, Nov. 13, 2009

On Local Stages

LITTLE WOMEN THE MUSICAL

Based on Louisa May Alcott's popular 1868 novel, this sweet show celebrates family togetherness, forgiveness, compassion and sisterly love. Set in the Civil War, the show centers on four sisters and a mother who entertain themselves with plays while their father is serving as a military chaplain. Julie Ludlum is outstanding as the matriarch.

Through Dec. 13 at Sierra Repertory Theatre, 13891 Mono Way, Sonora. $18-$28; 532-3120 or www.sierrarep.org.

-- LISA MILLEGAN

"LITTLE WOMEN: THE MUSICAL"
Nov. 13-Dec. 13

The story of the March sisters is brought to life as a musical. Call for times. Sierra Repertory Theatre, 13891 Mono Way, Sonora. $18-$26. 532-2130. www.sierrarep.com.

"ONCE UPON A MATTRESS"
Nov. 13-14

Presented by the Davis High School drama department. 7 p.m. Nov. 13-14; 2 p.m. Nov. 14. Davis High School, 1200 W. Rumble Road, Modesto. $10 adult; $8 student.

"THE BIBLE: THE COMPLETE WORD OF GOD (ABRIDGED)"
Nov. 13-29

An affectionate yet irreverent look at the Bible, examining everything from fig leaves to final judgment. Call for times. Playhouse Merced's black-box theater, 503 W. Main St., Merced. $8-$20. 725-8587.

CHRISTMAS MY WAY: A SINATRA HOLIDAY BASH
Nov. 13-Dec.20

Lighthearted holiday celebration featuring over 40 Sinatra standards and holiday favorites. Call for times Fallon House Theatre, Columbia State Historic Park. $18-$28. 532-3120.

"THE X-MAS FILES" AND "MAYHEM IN BETHLEHEM"
Dec. 4-5

Turlock Youth Performing Arts presents double feature. Photos with Santa, 6 p.m.; show, 7 p.m. War Memorial Building, 247 E. Canal Drive, Turlock. $3 adults; $1 children; $1 off admission with canned food item.

"PRIVATE EYES"
Dec. 4-13

Comedy/drama of suspicion in which nothing is ever quite what it seems. Some adult language. Call for times Modesto Junior College little theater, 435 College Ave. $8-$10. 575-6776.