L.A. theater openings, June 22-29: ‘Othello,’ ‘Jersey Boys’ and more

Blair Underwood is “Othello” at San Diego’s Old Globe Theatre, “Jersey Boys” takes the stage at Segerstrom Hall, and the Morgan-Wixson Theatre proudly presents “The Producers.”

The Hollywood Fringe Festival Fifth annual event featuring more than 100 new plays, revivals, musicals, solo shows, etc., by local, national and international companies and performers in multiple area venues. Through June 29. Tickets, schedules and info at (323) 455-4585 and www.hollywoodfringe.org.

Invitation to Murder Interactive musical murder mystery set in a 19th-century English pub. Sierra Madre Playhouse, 87 W. Sierra Madre Blvd, Sierra Madre. Sun., 7 p.m. $20. (626) 355-4318.

15 Minute Musicals Academy for New Musical Theatre presents the world premieres of three short musicals on the theme of addiction. Lonny Chapman Theatre, 10900 Burbank Blvd., North Hollywood. Mon.-Tue., 7:30 p.m. $25. (818) 506-8500.

Jersey Boys Tony-winning bio-musical about the chart-topping 1960s-’70s vocal group Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. Segerstrom Center for the Arts, 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa. Tue.-Fri., 7:30 p.m.; Sat., 2 and 7:30 p.m.; next Sun., 1 and 6:30 p.m.; ends July 13. $29.75 and up. (714) 556-2787.

The Pianist of Willesden Lane Return engagement of pianist Mona Golabek’s solo show inspired by her mother’s experiences in London and Vienna during WWII. Laguna Playhouse, 606 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach. Tue.-Fri., 7:30 p.m.; Sat.-next Sun., 2 and 7:30 p.m. $40-$70. (949) 497-2787.

An Evening With David Sedaris CAP UCLA presents the storyteller, humorist and bestselling author. Royce Hall, UCLA, 340 Royce Drive, Westwood. Tue., 8 p.m. $30-$80. (310) 825-2101.

Uncle Vanya Staged reading of Chekov’s classic drama set on a country estate in Russia. A Noise Within, 3352 E. Foothill Blvd., Pasadena. Wed., 7 p.m. Free. (626) 356-3100.

The Sky’s the Limit SkyPilot Theatre’s summer fundraiser features cabaret performances by company members. Sportsman’s Lodge Restaurant, 12833 Ventura Blvd., Studio City. Fri., 7 p.m. $20, $25. (800) 838-3006.

The Fire Cracker Follies Irreverent comedy-and-music revue celebrates American history. Cavern Club Theater, 1920 Hyperion Ave., L.A. Fri.-Sat., 8 p.m.; next Sun., 3 p.m.; ends July 6. $20. (800) 838-3006.

A Midsummer Night’s Dream Shakespeare’s beloved romantic fantasy-comedy about Athenian nobles, young lovers, fairies and tradesmen-turned-actors. Zombie Joe’s Underground Theatre Group, 4850 Lankershim Blvd., North Hollywood. Fri., 8:30 p.m.; ends Aug. 15. $15. (818) 202-4120.

The Mother Ship World premiere of Jonas Oppenheim’s sci-fi sex farce about an infertile couple who find themselves on a cosmic adventure. Sacred Fools Theater, 660 N. Heliotrope, Hollywood. Fri.-Sat., 8 p.m.; ends Aug. 2. $25. 310-281-8337.

Prayer: A Song Cycle The Reflective Collective’s multimedia performance piece explores art, spiritual communion and the transformative power of prayer. The Eclectic Company Theatre, 5312 Laurel Canyon Blvd., Valley Village. Fri.-Sat., 8:30 p.m.; next Sun., 7:30 p.m.; ends July 13. $12. (818) 508-3003.

The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley Family-friendly show based on the classic children’s book about a paper-thin globe-trotting boy. Norris Theatre, 27570 Norris Center Dr., Palos Verdes. Norris Center for the Performing Arts, 27570 Norris Center Drive, Rolling Hills Estates. Sat., 10 a.m., 2 p.m.; next Sun., 2 p.m. $18-$25. (310) 544-0403.

The Amazing Bubble Man Louis Pearl does tricks with bubbles in this family-friendly show. Edgemar Center for the Arts, 2437 Main St., Santa Monica. Sat.-next Sun., 11 a.m., 1 p.m. $20, $25. (310) 392-7327.

Menopause: The Musical Tune-filled celebration of women undergoing “the change.” Fred Kavli Theatre, Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, 2100 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd., Thousand Oaks. Sat., 3 and 8 p.m.; next Sun., 2 p.m. $45-$65. (800) 745-3000.

Twentywonder: A Carnival of the Mind Fifth-annual fundraiser for Down Syndrome Association of Los Angeles features storytelling, comedy, music, dance, wrestling, roller derby and more; for ages 21 and over. The Doll Factory , 1910 W. Temple Ave., L.A. Sat., 6 p.m. $50, $150. (818) 786-0001.

Thanks for the Memories Theaters of Vision presents a musical salute to comedy legend Bob Hope and the USO. Sierra Madre Playhouse, 87 W. Sierra Madre Blvd., Sierra Madre. Sat., 7:30 p.m.; next Sun., 2:30 and 7:30 p.m. $15-$35. (626) 355-4318.

Othello The Old Globe’s 2014 Summer Shakespeare Festival gets underway with the Bard’s classic tragedy of jealousy and murder; with Blair Underwood, Richard Thomas and “House of Card’s” Kristen Connolly. The Old Globe, 1363 Old Globe Way, San Diego. Sat.-next Sun., 8 p.m.; ends July 27. $29 and up. (619) 234-5623.

The Producers Mel Brooks’ Tony-winning musical based on his 1967 comedy about two Broadway types hoping to bilk investors by staging a flop. Morgan-Wixson Theatre, 2627 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica. Sat., 8 p.m.; next Sun., 2 p.m.; ends Aug. 2. $18-$20. (310) 828-7519.

Stupid Bird West Coast premiere of Aaron Posner’s showbiz farce inspired by Chekhov’s “The Seagull.” The Theatre @ Boston Court, 70 N. Mentor Ave., Pasadena. Sat., 8 p.m.; next Sun., 2 p.m.; ends July 27. $34; discounts available. (626) 683-6883.