L.A. theater openings, May 8-15: ‘The Day Shall Declare It’ and more

This week: A tip of the hat to a Depression-era songwriter, a double dose of Greek tragedy, and a remount of a site-specific exploration of the work-life balance.

Don Juan in Hell Staged reading of George Bernard Shaw’s fantastical drama about the human condition. Eclectic Company Theatre, 5312 Laurel Canyon Blvd., North Hollywood. Sun., next Sun., 2 p.m.; Fri.-Sat., 8 p.m.; ends May 15. $18. (626) 303-4222.

Foreclosure or Yelling at Women Walking Their Dogs Raymond J. Barry (“Justified”) wrote and stars in this drama about an aging couple and their unemployed-artist son facing financial ruin. Greenway Court Theatre, 544 N. Fairfax Ave., L.A. Sun., next Sun., 7 p.m.; Fri.-Sat., 8 p.m.; Sun., 7 p.m.; ends May 28. $15, $20. (323) 673-0544.

The Golden Dragon Southern California premiere of Roland Schimmelpfennig’s multi-character dramatic fable centered on a Thai/Chinese/Vietnamese restaurant. Boston Court, 70 N. Mentor Ave., Pasadena. Sun., 5 p.m.; Thu.-Sat., 8 p.m.; next Sun., 2 p.m.; ends June 5. $20-$39. (626) 683-6883.

Liz Callaway The Broadway veteran sings show tunes, standards and more. Rubicon Theatre Company, 1006 E. Main St., Ventura. Sun., 2 p.m. $69.50. (805) 667-2900.

MOMentum Place 18th-annual Mother’s Day celebration features aerialists, circus performers, dancers and musicians. Will Geer’s Theatricum Botanicum, 1419 N. Topanga Canyon Blvd., Topanga. Sun., 2 p.m. $10-$30. (310) 455-2322.

Skylight David Hare’s Tony-winning drama about romance, relationships and food preparation. Ojai ACT, 113 S. Montgomery St., Ojai. Sun., next Sun., 2 p.m.; Fri.-Sat., 8 p.m.; ends June 5. $12, $15. (805) 640-8797.

Elevator Music Benefit show features Ed Asner and Ayre Gross in a staged reading of Walter Bagot’s drama about a father and his adult son trapped in an elevator for an entire weekend. Skylight Theatre, 18161/2 Vermont Ave., Los Feliz. Mon., 8 p.m. $40. (213) 761-7061.

The Day Shall Declare It Experimental performance company Wilderness remounts its intimate, immersive, site-specific physical-theatre exploration of the work/life balance, based on the writings of Tennessee Williams and Studs Terkel. Imperial Art Studios, 2051 E. 7th St., L.A.. Tue.-next Sun., 8:30 p.m.; ends June 19. $25-$75. www.thisisthewilderness.com.

Ask Me Another Jeff Goldblum and “Weird Al” Yankovic take part in a live taping of NPR’s comedy-variety-quiz show. The Theatre at Ace Hotel, 929 S. Broadway, L.A. Wed., 7:30 p.m. $28.50-$38.50. www.axs.com.

In & Of Itself Writer, performance artist and magician Derek DelGaudio’s new theatrical show, directed by Frank Oz and featuring music by Devo’s Mark Mothersbaugh. Geffen Playhouse, Audrey Skirball Kenis Theater, 10886 Le Conte Ave., Westwood. Wed.-Fri., 8 p.m.; Sat., 3 and 8 p.m.; next Sun., 2 and 7 p.m.; ends June 26. $100-$150. (310) 208-5454.

John Is a Father A recovering alcoholic whose son died in the war in Afghanistan finally meets the wife and child his son left behind in Julie Marie Myatt’s new drama. The Road on Lankershim, 5108 Lankershim Blvd., North Hollywood. Thu., 8 p.m.; Sat., 3 p.m.; next Sun., 7 p.m.; ends July 3. $17.50, $34. (818) 761-8838.

Next Fall Geoffrey Nauftts’ drama about two men — one devoutly religious, the other an atheist — whose long-term relationship faces an unexpected crisis. Macha Theatre,1107 N. Kings Road, West Hollywood. Thu.-Sat., 8 p.m.; next Sun., 7 p.m.; ends May 22. $20. (800) 838-3006.

Clybourne Park Kentwood Players present Bruce Norris’ award-winning, Chicago-set drama inspired by Lorraine Hansberry’s classic “A Raisin in the Sun.” Westchester Playhouse, 8301 Hindry Ave., Westchester. Fri.-Sat., 8 p.m.; next Sun., 2 p.m.; ends June 18. $18, $20. (310) 645-5156.

Dina Martina: Sedentary Favorites The drag performer shares songs, stories and videos; for adults only. Cavern Club Theater, 1920 Hyperion Ave., L.A. Fri., 8 p.m.; Sat., 8 and 10 p.m.; next Sun., 7 p.m.; ends May 15. $22, $25. (800) 838-3006.

Don’t Tell My Mother! Judy Reyes (“Scrubs,” “Devious Maids”) headlines the comedy/storytelling series’ annual Mother’s Day show. Busby’s East, 5364 Wilshire Blvd., L.A. Fri., 8 p.m. $16-$20. (323) 525-2615.

How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying Classic musical comedy about a young corporate striver. Glendale Centre Theatre, 324 N. Orange St., Glendale. Fri., 8 p.m.; Sat., 3 and 8 p.m.; next Sun., 3 p.m.; ends June 25. $20-$32. (818) 244-8481.

L.A. Now and Then Guest artists join a student ensemble to stage this new collaborative musical revue about life in the City of Angels from the past to the present day. Los Angeles City College, Caminito Theatre, 855 N. Vermont Ave., L.A. Fri., 8 p.m.; Sat., 2 and 8 p.m.; ends May 21. $10, $14. (323) 953-4000. https://lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/theatreacademy/

I Only Have Eyes for You: The Life and Lyrics of Al Dubin New bio-musical about the co-writer of such classic Depression-era songs as “We’re in the Money,” “42nd Street” and “Lullaby of Broadway.” The Montalban Theatre, 1615 Vine St., Hollywood. Fri., 8 p.m.; Sat., 2 and 8 p.m.; next Sun., 3 p.m.; ends June 12. $40-$80. (323) 461-6999.

Oedipus-Antigone A new reimagining combines Sophocles’ ancient Greek tragedies about the fall of the House of Laius. Archway Studio/Theatre, 10509 Burbank Blvd., North Hollywood. Fri.-Sat., 8 p.m.; next Sun., 2 p.m.; ends June 18. $30. (818) 980-7529.

The Silver, the Black, the Wicked Dance Performance-art troupe Gawdafful National Theater stages Asher Hartman’s new, site-specific dark comedy about shame and predation in America; for adult audiences only (contains nudity). LACMA, 5905 Wilshire Blvd., L.A. Fri., 7:30 p.m.; Sat., 5 and 7:30 p.m. Free; tickets required. (323) 857-6000.

Amadeus Peter Shaffer’s Tony-winning drama about a rivalry between composers Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Antonio Salieri in 18th-century Vienna. South Coast Repertory, Segerstrom Stage, 655 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa. Sat., 2:30 and 8 p.m.; next Sun., 2:30 and 7:30 p.m.; ends June 5. $22 and up. (714) 708-5555.

Bill W. and Dr. Bob Double-cast production of this fact-based drama about the co-founders of Alcoholics Anonymous. Theatre 68 @ NoHo Arts Center, 11136 Magnolia Blvd., North Hollywood. Sat., 3 and 8 p.m.; next Sun., 2 and 7 p.m.; ends June 12. $25. (323) 960-5068.

The Hairy Ape Eugene O’Neill’s classic Expressionist drama about a working-class man who questions his place in society. Odyssey Theatre, 2055 S. Sepulveda Blvd. West L.A. Sat., 8 p.m.; next Sun., 5 p.m.; ends July 17. $25–$34. (310) 477-2055.

The Hit Men Tribute act re-creates the music of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. Lewis Family Playhouse, 12505 Cultural Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga. Sat., 2 and 8 p.m. $38-45. (909) 477-2752.

Got Musical 2016 Showcase features excerpts from new musicals by up-and-coming writers. Colony Theatre, 555 N. 3rd St., Burbank. Next Sun., 4 p.m. $15, $50. www.nmi.org.

On the Twentieth Century Musical Theatre West offers a staged reading of this classic musical comedy about showbiz types aboard a luxury train. University Theatre, Cal State Long Beach, 1250 N. Bellflower Blvd. (off 7th Street between East and West Campus Drive, near Parking Lot 7), Long Beach. Next Sun., 7 p.m. $27, $32. (562) 856-1999.

The Pajama Game Musical Theatre Guild closes its 20th season with this 1950s-era musical comedy about a labor dispute in a pajama factory. Alex Theatre, 216 N. Brand Blvd., Glendale. Next Sun., 7 p.m. $45. (818) 243-2539.