OPENINGS

Theater

“Dooley” (First Stage, Hollywood United Methodist Church, 6817 Franklin Ave., Hollywood, [323] 850-6271). Staged reading of Harry Cronin’s play about a war hero facing disgrace and ruin. 7 p.m.

Pop/Rock

White Stripes (Troubadour, 9081 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, [310] 276-6168). Ingredients for success: one guitar, one drum set, add a mixture of scuzzy garage rock and blues, with a dash of mid-’60s influences. Bake under heavy stage lights. The result will be the White Stripes From Detroit, in town to promote their new album, “White Blood Cells.” 8 p.m. Von Bondies and Waxwings open. Also Tuesday.

Jazz

Alan Pasqua, Bob Sheppard, Dave Carpenter, Mark Ferber (Catalina’s, 1640 N. Cahuenga Blvd., L.A., [323] 466-2210) Pianist Pasqua leads a top-notch lineup, 8:30 p.m.

Bruce Lofgren & Afterburner (Typhoon, Santa Monica Municipal Airport, 3221 Donald Douglas Loop S., [310] 390-6565). The guitarist-arranger performs with his 17-piece big band, 9:30 p.m.

Art

Artmoe (Angels Gate Cultural Center, 3501 S. Gaffey St., San Pedro, [310] 519-0936). New paintings reflecting the aesthetic of disc jockey culture. Tuesday-Sunday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Ends Aug. 7.