L.A. theater openings, June 12-19: ‘Tom’ and more

This week: A new drama inspired by a landmark anti-slavery tome. Plus, a Depression-era classic from Clifford Odets, and a new dark comedy about an Army colonel gone rogue in the Middle East.

Donnybrook! Musical Theatre West offers a staged reading of this musical adaptation of John Ford’s Oscar-winning drama “The Quiet Man” that starred John Wayne. University Theatre, Cal State Long Beach, 1250 N. Bellflower Blvd. (off 7th Street between East and West Campus Drive, Parking Lot 7), Long Beach. Sun., 7 p.m. $27, $32. (562) 856-1999.

The Forgotten Cause The Robey Theatre Company presents a staged reading of Tony Rayner’s new play. Los Angeles Theatre Center, 514 S. Spring St., L.A. Sun., 3 p.m. Suggested donation: $10. (213) 489-7402.

Hollywood Fringe Festival 2016 The seventh-annual, multi-venue performing-arts showcase continues. Sun.-Sun., June 26. Tickets and info at www.hollywoodfringe.org. (323) 455-4585.

Shine Storytellers share inspirational tales about others who had an influence on their lives. Promenade Playhouse, 1404 3rd St., Santa Monica. Sun., 7 p.m. $10; discounts available. (310) 452-2321.

The Skin of Our Teeth Santa Monica Rep presents a staged reading of Thornton Wilder’s classic drama. The Edye at the Broad Stage, 1310 11th St. Santa Monica. Sun., 2 p.m. $25. (310) 434-3200.

Ars Gratia Artis Reading of Tom Lazarus’ play about a photographer on the MGM lot in 1920s Hollywood. Sierra Madre Playhouse, 87 W. Sierra Madre Blvd., Sierra Madre. Mon., 7 p.m. Free. (626) 355-4318.

Lincoln’s Son Writer-performer Tom Dugan portrays Robert Todd Lincoln, the 16th U.S. president’s only surviving son, in this one-man thriller. Theatre 40, Reuben Cordova Theater, 241 Moreno Drive, Beverly Hills. Mon.-Wed., 7 p.m. $5-$20. (818) 481-5377.

Big Sky World premiere of Alexandra Gersten-Vassilaros’ comedy about a tumultuous family getaway in Aspen, Colorado. Geffen Playhouse, Gil Cates Theater, 10866 Le Conte Ave., Westwood. Wed.-Fri., 8 p.m.; Sat., 3 and 8 p.m.; next Sun., 2 and 7 p.m.; ends July 17. $32-$82. (310) 208-5454.

Happily Ever Laughter: The Neuroscience of Romantic Relationships Comic Yakov Smirnoff performs his one-man show. Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts, 9390 N. Santa Monica Blvd., Beverly Hills. Wed., 7:30 p.m. $35-$65. (800) 595-4849.

Return to the Long Beach Home Companion Long Beach Playhouse’s sixth-annual variety show/fundraiser. Offices of Keesal, Young & Logan, 400 Oceangate, Long Beach. Wed., 5:30 p.m. $85. (562) 494-1014.

Neile Adams Sings Kander & Ebb The veteran entertainer sings classic show tunes from the duo behind “Chicago,” “Funny Lady,” etc. Catalina Bar & Grill, 6725 Sunset Blvd., Hollywood. Thu., 8:30 p.m. $30 plus dinner or two-drink minimum. (323) 466-2210.

The Armadillo Necktie A U.S. Army colonel has a personal score to settle in Gus Krieger’s new dark comedy set on the Iran-Iraq border; for ages 18 and up only. The Group Rep at the Lonny Chapman Theatre, 10900 Burbank Blvd., North Hollywood. Fri.-Sat. 8 p.m.; next Sun., 2 p.m.; ends July 31. $20, $25. (818) 763-5990.

Avenue Q Tony-winning, adult-themed puppet-musical about twentysomethings in the big city. Cupcake Theater, 11020 Magnolia Blvd., North Hollywood. Fri., 7 p.m.; Sat., 3 and 7 p.m.; ends July 23. $65-$100. (323) 391-3416.

Craigslist Farewell Virginia DeMoss’ comedy, based on the website’s varied offerings, is accompanied by a pre-show garage sale. The Found Theatre, 599 Long Beach Blvd., Long Beach. Fri.-Sat., 8 p.m.; next Sun., 2:30 p.m.; ends June 26. $10. (562) 433-3363.

Golden Boy Clifford Odets’ classic 1930s drama about a young boxer who dreams of a career as a violinist. Stella Adler Theatre’s Gilbert Stage, 6773 Hollywood Blvd., 2nd Floor, Hollywood. Fri.-Sat., 8 p.m.; next Sun., 7 p.m.; ends July 10. $15, $25. (323) 455-3111.

Tennessee Williams UnScripted Impro Theatre improvises full-length works in the Southern Gothic style of the Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright. Fri., 8 p.m.; Sat., 4 and 8 p.m.; next Sun., 4 p.m.; ends July 31. $29-$59. (818) 955-8101.

The Eccentricities of a Nightingale A small-town preacher’s daughter takes a chance on romance in Tennessee Williams’ revised version of his earlier drama “Summer and Smoke.” Pacific Resident Theatre, 703 Venice Blvd., Venice. Sat., 8 p.m.; next Sun., 3 p.m.; ends Aug. 14. Thu.- $25-$34. (310) 822-8392.

Gotta Sing, Gotta Dance Husband-and-wife duo Beverly and Kirby Ward perform show tunes, standards and more. Rubicon Theatre Company, 1006 E. Main St., Ventura. Sat., 2 and 8 p.m.; next Sun., 2 p.m.; ends June 19. $69.50. (805) 667-2900.

Grey Gardens Screening and Discussion A showing of the classic 1975 documentary is followed by a Q&A about the upcoming “Grey Gardens” musical with stars Betty Buckley and Rachel York and director Michael Wilson. Ahmanson Theatre, 135 N. Grand Ave., L.A. Sat., 3 p.m. Free; $5 reservation fee may apply. www.CenterTheatreGroup.org.

Tom Ellen Geer’s new drama with music inspired by Harriet Beecher Stowe’s classic 19th-century anti-slavery novel “Uncle Tom’s Cabin.” Will Geer’s Theatricum Botanicum, 1419 N. Topanga Canyon Blvd., Topanga. Sat.-next Sun., 7:30 p.m.; ends Oct. 1. $10-$38.50; children 4 and under, free. (310) 455-3723.

Disgraced A Pakistani American lawyer and his artist wife host a small dinner party that quickly turns contentious turn in the West Coast premiere of Ayad Akhtar’s Pulitzer Prize-winning drama. Mark Taper Forum, 135 N. Grand Ave., L.A. Next Sun., 7 p.m.; ends July 17. $25-$85. (213) 628-2772.