If you're a theater fan, mark your calendars: there's plenty to do when it comes to stage performances in Phoenix this week, from a twist on a Shakespearean play to a two-women comedy show.
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S#!tfaced Shakespeare
First, the Hardes Theatre is presenting a twist on a classic show with "S#!tfaced Shakespeare" on Thursday. The actors have studied the play, memorized their lines and worked tirelessly to perfect these historically significant pieces.
However, one of the cast members gets completely drunk throughout the show. The result is a night of unpredictability that leaves actors on their toes and audience members laughing along.
When: Thursday, Dec 6, 7:30 p.m.
Where: The Hardes Theatre at Phoenix Theatre, 100 E. McDowell Road
Price: $19
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A Bloody Mary Christmas
Then there's "A Bloody Mary Christmas," playing at Space 55 this Friday and through the weekend, which bills itself as a Christmas musical for people who hate Christmas musicals.
It's a raunchy take on the season that centers around a trio of Sun City retirees who dance and drink themselves silly as they battle a heartless homeowner's association trying to evict them on Christmas Eve.
When: Friday, Dec. 7, 8 p.m.
Where: Space 55, 1524 N. 18th Ave.
Price: $10
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The Secret Comedy of Women, for Girls Only – 27% Off
Finally, comedians Barbara Gehring and Linda Klein relive coming-of-age through their actual diary entries in this two-woman comedy show playing at the Herberger Theater Center. The show includes singing, dancing and silly musings about everything from boys to beauty.
Groupon is offering a deal to save 27 percent off the original ticket price for mezzanine seats.
When: Wednesday, Jan. 23 through Saturday, Jan. 26, 2019.
Where: 222 E. Monroe St., Downtown Phoenix
Price: $48 (27 percent discount off regular price)
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