L.A. theater openings, Sept. 20-27: ‘Drunk Girl’ and more

This week: A not-for-kids take on “Cinderella,� a reimagined “Dracula� and a new collection of tales by “Real Women Have Curves� playwright Josefina López.

Bonnie and Clyde Musical Theatre Guild stages Frank Wildhorn’s musical drama about the Depression-era bank-robbing duo. Alex Theatre, 216 N. Brand Blvd., Glendale. Sun., 7 p.m. $45. (310) 772-8178.

Scripted and Staged Five short plays created and performed within a 24-hour period. The Eclectic Company Theatre, 5312 Laurel Canyon Blvd., Valley Village. Sun., 8 p.m. $12. (818) 508-3003.

Shine Real-life stories about finding one’s calling. Promenade Playhouse, 1404 3rd St., Santa Monica. Sun., 7 p.m. $10. (310) 452-2321.

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Walt Whitman Sings Solo play with music about the 19th century American poet. Mike Fountain Stage, Festival Amphitheatre, 12762 Main St., Garden Grove. Sun., 7 p.m. $20. (714) 590-1575.

Rise ’n’ Shine with Bette & Juliette Comedy-variety drag show. Cavern Club Theater, 1920 Hyperion Ave., L.A. Tue., 8 p.m. $20. (800) 838-3006.

Le Mélancolie Des Dragons L.A. premiere of French theater artist Philippe Quesne’s absurdist fable about a group of heavy-metal fans stranded in the woods on a snowy evening. REDCAT, 631 W. 2nd St., L.A. Wed.-Fri., 8:30 p.m. $20-$30. (213) 237-2800.

Dating: Adults Embracing Failure Two actors play multiple roles in this comedy about romance and relationships. Lounge Theatres, 6201 Santa Monica Blvd., Hollywood. Thu., 8 p.m.; ends Oct. 29. $20. (323) 960-7788.

Double Door There’s murder afoot in Elizabeth McFadden’s thriller about a wealthy family in 1910 New York. Theatre 40, Reuben Cordova Theatre, 241 S. Moreno Drive, Beverly Hills. Thu., Sat., 8 p.m.; next Sun., 2 p.m.; ends Oct. 19. $30. (310) 364-0535.

In Your Arms Ten tales of romantic love are told, wordlessly, in this world premiere dance-theater musical co-created by director-choreographer Christopher Gattelli and composer Stephen Flaherty and featuring contributions from several leading playwrights. The Old Globe, San Diego, 1363 Old Globe Way, San Diego. Thu.-Fri., 8 p.m.; Sat., 2 and 8 p.m.; next Sun., 2 and 7 p.m.; ends Oct. 25. $36 and up. (619) 234-5623.

Megan Hilty in Concert The Broadway and TV star (“Wicked,� “Smash�) performs show tunes, standards and more. Valley Performing Arts Center, 18111 Nordhoff St., Northridge. Thu., 8 p.m. $35-$80. (818) 677-3000.

N*gger Wetb*ck Ch*nk One-night-only revival of this controversial three-man show satirizing racist stereotypes. Carpenter Performing Arts Center, Cal State Long Beach, 6200 Atherton St., Long Beach. Thu., 8 p.m. $25 and up. (562) 985-7000.

Riot/Rebellion Donald Jolly’s fact-based drama marks the 50th anniversary of the Watts riots. Los Angeles Theatre Center, 514 S. Spring St., L.A. Thu.-Sat., 8 p.m. $24-$32. (866) 811-4111.

Weird on Top Improv comedy troupe performs. Eclectic Company Theatre, 5312 Laurel Canyon Blvd., North Hollywood. Thu., 8 p.m. $10. (818) 508-3003.

Breathe World premiere of Javon Johnson’s drama about a black teen and a white teen sent to prison for their roles in separate violent incidents. Greenway Court Theatre, 544 N. Fairfax Blvd., L.A. Fri.-Sat., 8 p.m.; next Sun., 7 p.m.; ends Oct. 22. $25, $35. (323) 673-0544.

Cinderella Waltz The darker underpinnings of the classic fairy tale are explored in Don Nigro’s fantasy comedy; for mature audiences. Morgan-Wixson Theatre, 2627 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica. Fri.-Sat., 8 p.m.; next Sun., 2 p.m.; ends Oct. 18. $25 and up. (310) 828-7519.

Dracula Bram Stoker’s vampire tale is seen through the lens of the 19th century women’s suffrage movement in Jayce Johnson’s new adaptation. Theatre 68 @ NoHo Arts Center, 11136 Magnolia Blvd., North Hollywood. Fri.-Sat., 8 p.m.; next Sun., 7 p.m.; ends Nov. 1. $25. (323) 960-5068.

Drunk Girl Josefina López (“Real Women Have Curves�) examines the abuse and objectification of women in this collection of monologues and sketches; under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. Casa 0101 Theater, 2102 E. 1st St., Boyle Heights. Fri.-Sat., 8 p.m.; next Sun., 5 p.m.; ends Oct. 18. $15-$20. (323) 263-7684.

Ghoulmaster’s Haunted Playhouse Intimate Halloween-themed comedy-fantasy adventure; for mature audiences. The Hudson Theatre Mainstage, 6539 Santa Monica Blvd., Hollywood. Fri.-Sat., 8 p.m.; next Sun., 7 p.m.; ends Oct. 31. $25, $30. (323) 960-7724.

Henry IV Part 1 Shakespeare’s historical drama about the English king, his wayward son Prince Hal and the drunk knight Sir John Falstaff. Little Fish Theatre, 777 Centre St., San Pedro. Fri.-Sat., 8 p.m.; ends Oct. 24. $22-$27. (310) 512-6030.

ICU Circle X Theatre Co. presents the world premiere of Fielding Edlow’s play about a dysfunctional New York family facing the loss of a loved one. Atwater Village Theatre, 3269 Casitas Ave., L.A. Fri.-Sat., 8 p.m.; next Sun., 7 p.m.; ends Oct. 31. $20. (323) 644-1929.

The Nellie Olesons: Evil Never Dies Sketch-comedy trio marks its 20th anniversary with an all-new show. Cavern Club Theater, 1920 Hyperion Ave., L.A. Fri.-Sat., 8 p.m.; ends Oct. 4. $20. (800) 838-3006.

A Picasso Artist Pablo Picasso tries to outwit a female Nazi attaché in Paris in Jeffrey Hatcher’s two-character drama. Promenade Playhouse, 1404 3rd St., Santa Monica. Fri.-Sat., 8 p.m.; next Sun., 7 p.m.; Oct. 4. $25, $30. (323) 960-4443.

Vanities Three female friends from Texas grow apart over the course of a decade in Jack Heifner’s comedy-drama. West Valley Playhouse, 7242 Owensmouth Ave., Canoga Park. Fri.-Sat., 8 p.m.; next Sun., 2:30 p.m.; ends Oct. 18. $26, $28. (818) 884-1907.

Wizards and Fools: The Hallows’ Fool Moon Magic Show Storytelling, magic, music, comedy and dance; for ages 12 and up. Actors Forum Theatre, 10655 Magnolia Blvd., North Hollywood. Fri.-Sat., 8 p.m.; next Sun., 7 p.m.; ends Oct. 25. $30, $40. (818) 506-0600.

As You Like It Shakespeare Aloud presents a community reading of the Bard’s comedy. University Art Museum, Cal State Long Beach, 1250 Bellflower Blvd., Long Beach. Sat., 10:45 a.m. Free; reservations encouraged. (562) 985-7000.

Awake and Sing! Odyssey Theatre remounts its 1994-95 production of Clifford Odets’ classic Depression-era drama about a Jewish family in the Bronx; with Marilyn Fox. Odyssey Theatre, 2055 S. Sepulveda Blvd., West L.A. Sat., 8 p.m.; next Sun., 5 p.m.; ends Nov. 29. $15-$34. (310) 477-2055.

Aztec Stories Musician and storyteller Michael Heralda explores Mexican/Aztec culture. Tongva Park, 1615 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica. Sat., 10 a.m. Free. www.smgov.net.

Breaking Bard The Porters of Hellsgate tell the tale of “Breaking Bad’s� Walter White in Shakespearean verse. Whitmore Lindley Theatre, 11006 Magnolia Blvd., North Hollywood. Sat., 8 p.m.; next Sun., 2 p.m.; ends Nov. 1. $25. (800) 838-3006.

Eclectic Cabaret Music, monologues, stand-up and more. The Eclectic Company Theatre, 5312 Laurel Canyon Blvd., Valley Village. Sat., 10:30 p.m. $12. (818) 508-3003.

The Hot L Baltimore Lanford Wilson’s classic comedy-drama about the residents of a rundown hotel. Long Beach Playhouse, 5021 E. Anaheim St., Long Beach. Sat., 8 p.m.; ends Oct. 24. $14-$24. (562) 494-1014.

Jean Anouilh’s Antigone Brand-new adaptation of Anouilh’s WWII-era reimagining of Sophocles’ ancient Greek tragedy. A Noise Within, 3352 E. Foothill Blvd., Pasadena. Sat., 8 p.m.; next Sun., 2 p.m.; ends Nov. 20. $44 and up; student rush, $20. (626) 356-3100.

Man Covets Bird Finegan Kruckemeyer’s family-friendly fable mixes music, storytelling and animation; for ages 7 and up. 24th Street Theatre, 1117 W. 24th St., L.A. Sat., 7:30 p.m.; next Sun., 3 p.m.; ends Nov. 22. $10-$24. (213) 745-6516.

Peking Dreams The National Circus and Acrobats of the People’s Republic of China perform. Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, Segerstrom Center for the Arts, 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa. Sat., 2 and 8 p.m. $19 and up. (714) 556-2787.

Attack of the Rotting Corpses All-new terror tale set in an apartment complex in the San Fernando Valley. Zombie Joe’s Underground Theatre Group, 4850 Lankershim Blvd., North Hollywood. Next Sun., 7:30 p.m.; ends Nov. 1. $15. (818) 202-4120.

The Okee Dokee Brothers Grammy-winning duo celebrates American folk music and the great outdoors in this family-friendly show. Samueli Theater, Segerstrom Center for the Arts, 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa. Next Sun., 1 and 3:30 p.m. $20 and up. (714) 556-2787.

Season Launch Jamboree Sacred Fools, Theatre of NOTE and Bootleg Theater hold a joint fundraiser featuring live entertainment. Bootleg Theater, 2220 Beverly Blvd., L.A. Next Sun., 5 p.m. $10 in advance; $20 at the door. www.sacredfools.org.

Wild Kratts Live Family-friendly stage show based on the animated series. Pantages Theatre, 6233 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood. Next Sun., 1 and 4:30 p.m. $25-$55. (800) 982-2787.