collected stories Through June 14. Young author and her mentor contemplate the power of memories. South Coast Repertory, 655 Town Center Drive, 714.708.5555 Map J13
an empty plate in the cafÉ du grand boeuf Through June 28. Dark comedy centers on a wealthy American in Paris who strives to live for the moment, then becomes despondent. Laguna Playhouse, 606 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, 949.497.2787 Map G15
chitty chitty bang bang July 7–19. Family Broadway musical features special effects, an irresistible story and memorable tunes such as “Truly Scrumptious” and the Oscar-nominated title song. Orange County Performing Arts Center, 600 Town Center Drive, 714.556.2787 Map J13
MY WAY: A TRIBUTE TO FRANK SINATRA July 7– Aug. 23. Recalls icon of cool through music he sang from the 1940s to 1990s.Laguna Playhouse, 606 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, 949.497.2787 Map G15
fiddler on the roof Aug. 11–23. Topol, the original Tevye, stars in the Tony Award-winning classic musical based on stories of Sholom Aleichem. Tunes include “If I Were a Rich Man,” “Sunrise, Sunset.” Orange County Performing Arts Center, 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714.556.2787 Map J13 |
