If you're a theater fan, mark your calendars: there's plenty to do when it comes to stage performances in San Francisco this week, from a family drama to vignettes of daily life in Palestine.

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"In Old Age"

On Tuesday, go see the the fifth installment of playwright Mfoniso Udofia's family drama series, "In Old Age." The story traces the unlikely connection that forms between a handyman and his stubborn client. 

When: Tuesday, April 16, 7 p.m.
Where: Magic Theatre, 2 Marina Blvd., Building D, Floor 3
Price: $27 - $37
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"Vanity Fair"

See a preview Wednesday night of the latest adaptation of "Vanity Fair." The satire, set in 19th-century Britain, follows original mean girl Becky Sharp as she tries to climb her way up the social ladder. 

When: Wednesday, April 17, 8 p.m.
Where: A.C.T.'s Geary Theater, 415 Geary St.
Price: $10 - $45
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Beyond Borders Storytelling

Who doesn't like to hear a good story? Attend this monthly storytelling event, in which people spin yarns about an adventure that could have taken place across the globe or in the backyard.  

When: Wednesday, April 17, 8 p.m.
Where: PianoFight, 144 Taylor St.
Price: $6
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"Helen"

This modern adaptation of Euripides’ classic tragicomedy follows what happens when Helen of Troy is taken to an Egyptian hotel room as war looms. Seventeen years later, there is finally a knock at the door and Helen will learn her fate.

When: Friday, April 19, 8 p.m.
Where: Theater of Yugen, 2840 Mariposa St.
Price: $17.50
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"Scenes From 71* Years"

Head to Potrero Stage Friday night for a show featuring vignettes of Palestinian life over the last 71 years, including stories of long lines and other daily frustrations of living next to the "separation wall."  

When: Friday, April 19, 8 p.m.
Where: Potrero Stage, 1695 18th St.
Price: $19
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