Can't-miss theater events in Los Angeles this week

Can't-miss theater events in Los Angeles this week
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By Hoodline - Published on April 23, 2019.

If you're a theater fan, mark your calendars: there's plenty to do when it comes to stage performances in Los Angeles this week, from a Brat Pack musical to a parody of "Les Miserables" with puppets.

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For the Record: The Brat Pack

Travel back in time to the 1980s with "For the Record: The Brat Pack" on Thursday night. Taking place at the fictional Shermer High School — the high school setting for John Hughes classics like "The Breakfast Club" and "Ferris Bueller's Day Off" — the show draws on iconic songs like "Don't You Forget About Me," "If You Leave" and "True." This show is for ages 21 and over. There is a two-drink minimum per person.

When: Thursday, April 25, 7:30-9 p.m.
Where: Break Room 86, 3515 Wilshire Blvd.
Price: $26-$86

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"Sister Act"

See what happens when a disco diva must hide in a convent after witnessing a crime in the Tony-nominated musical, "Sister Act," on Friday night. Based on the 1992 film starring Whoopi Goldberg, this Broadway show features original music.

When: Friday, April 26, 8 p.m.
Where: Casa 0101 Theater, 2102 E. First St.
Price: $25

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"All My Sons"

Also on Friday night, a family is at risk of being torn apart by a secret in Arthur Miller's "All My Sons." The Tony Award-winning play is set post-World War II in the aftermath of a serious tragedy. Dealing with emotions such as guilt, deception, revenge, denial and post-war disenchantment, it is a captivating family drama.

When: Friday, April 26, 8 p.m.
Where: The Lounge Theatres, 6201 Santa Monica Blvd.
Price: $15

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"The Secret of Chimneys"

Get caught up in mystery and intrigue with a long-lost Agatha Christie play, "The Secret of Chimneys" at The Group Rep on Friday night. The show follows an adventurer who finds himself caught up in an international conspiracy when he arrives at an English country home.

When: Friday, April 26, 8 p.m.
Where: Lonny Chapman Theatre, 10900 Burbank Blvd.
Price: $12.50

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"Les Miz and Friends! A Puppet Parody"

Imagine "Les Miserables" with puppets. "Les Miz and Friends! A Puppet Parody" pokes fun at the classic Broadway show on Friday night when puppets crash a human production of "Lez Miz." Enjoy original songs as well as musical parody, improv and audience interaction with the puppets.

When: Friday, April 26, 8 p.m.
Where: The Hudson Theatres, 6539 Santa Monica Blvd.
Price: $16

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