Last Chance

“Never Tell”: At its best, James Christy Jr.’s roundelay of secrets, lies and videotape captures the visceral horror of violated privacy and the exhilaration of blowing down fortified personal boundaries. In director Lindsay Allbaugh’s assured production, the play’s demolition genius is the loquacious slacker Hoover, in a born-to-play-

him performance by Tito Ortiz. Stomping smilingly through both lives of a quartet of New Yorkers, Hoover is the most lively and original character. Even when his dramaturgy grows dubious, Christy’s distinctive voice, both sharp and searching, remains clear.

Ends Saturday at the Elephant Theatre Company, 6322 Santa Monica Blvd., Hollywood. (323) 962-0046.