Critics’ Choice

* Den of Thieves (Black Dahlia Theatre, 5453 Pico Blvd., L.A., [323] 525-0070). Russell G. Jones, left, and Ana Ortiz star in Stephen Adly Guirgis’ play about criminally minded New York City have-nots involved in an ill-considered heist. Under the direction of Matt Shakman, the play unfolds with crackling comic momentum and a screwball sweetness as unexpected as it is welcome. Thu.-Sat., 8 p.m.; Sun., 7 p.m. Ends May 26. $15.