L.A. theater openings, Sept. 14-21: ‘Low Hanging Fruit’ and more

The plight of homeless female veterans is explored in “Low Hanging Fruit” at the the Zephyr Theatre, Jordan Harrison’s “Marjorie Prime” premieres at the Taper and Vox Lumiere presents a multimedia show inspired by “The Phantom of the Opera.”

Snug’s Revenge Adam Neubauer’s dark comedy about a devious actor trying to secure a bigger part for himself in a production of Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.” Zombie Joe’s Underground Theatre Group, 4850 Lankershim Blvd., North Hollywood. Sun., next Sun., 7 p.m.; ends Oct. 5. $15. (818) 202-4120.

Sweet Smell of Success Musical Theatre Guild stages the Marvin Hamlisch musical inspired by the 1957 movie starring Burt Lancaster and Tony Curtis. Moss Theater at New Roads School, 3131 Olympic Blvd., Santa Monica. Sun., 7 p.m. $45. (818) 848-6844.

Made in Taiwan Michelle Krusiec’s autobiographical solo show about the immigrant experience; contains adult language. Festival Amphitheatre, 12762 Main St., Garden Grove. Sun., Sat., next Sun. 7:30 p.m. $25. (714) 590-1575.

Rise & Shine with Bette & Juliette Craig Taggart and Chris Pudlo portray Bette Midler and Juliette Lewis, respectively, in this variety show. Cavern Club Theater, 1920 Hyperion Ave., L.A. 8 p.m. Tue. $25. (800) 838-3006.

Western Society The British-German theater troupe Gob Squad celebrates life in Venice Beach in its latest multimedia show. REDCAT, 631 W. 2nd St., L.A. 8:30 p.m. Wed.-Sat. $20-$30. (213) 237-2800.

Menopause the Musical “Laverne and Shirley’s” Cindy Williams stars in a new production of the hit show. Laguna Playhouse, 606 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach. Thu., 7 p.m.; Fri., 2 p.m.; Sat., 2 p.m., 7 p.m.; next Sun., 2 p.m.; ends Sept. 28. $50. (949) 497-2787.

Shine The monthly storytelling series returns with true-life tales of life-changing secrets. YWCA Santa Monica/Westside, 2019 14th St., Santa Monica. 7:30 p.m. Thu. $10 suggested donation. (310) 452-2321.

Under Milk Wood L.A. Theatre Works records the Dylan Thomas classic for its radio program; with “Scandal’s” Kate Burton and “The Americans’” Matthew Rhys. James Bridges Theater, UCLA, 235 Charles E. Young Drive, Westwood. Thu.-Fri., 8 p.m.; Sat., 3 p.m., 8 p.m.; next Sun., 4 p.m. $15-$60. (310) 827-0889.

The Full Monty Hit musical about unemployed steelworkers who dare to bare it all for a fundraiser. Norris Center for the Performing Arts, 27570 Norris Center Drive, Rolling Hills Estates. Fri.-Sat., 8 p.m.; next Sun., 2 p.m.; ends Oct. 5. $44-$55. (310) 544-0403.

The Goat or, Who is Sylvia? Edward Albee’s Tony-winning fable about a middle-aged family man who falls in love with a goat. Davidson/Valentini Theatre, L.A. Gay & Lesbian Center, 1125 N. McCadden Place, Hollywood. Fri.-Sat., 8 p.m.; next Sun., 7 p.m.; ends Nov. 23. $30. (323) 860-7300.

The Long Road Today/El Largo Camino de Hoy South Coast Rep presents Jose Cruz Gonzalez’s new bilingual play inspired by the lives of Santa Ana residents. Civic Center Plaza, 20 Civic Center Plaza (at West Santa Ana Boulevard and North Parton Street.), Santa Ana. Fri.-next Sun., 8 p.m.; ends Sept. 28. Free; reservations encouraged. (714) 708-5555.

The Mystery of Edwin Drood Tony-winning musical-comedy based on Charles Dickens’ unfinished whodunit. Actors Co-op Crossley Theatre, 1760 N. Gower St., Hollywood. Fri.-Sat., 8 p.m.; next Sun., 2:30 p.m.; ends Oct. 26. $25-$34. (323) 462-8460.

Scary Musical — The Musical Members of a high school’s drama club are being murdered in the world premiere of this satire of the slasher-movie genre. NoHo Arts Center, 11136 Magnolia Blvd., North Hollywood. Fri.-Sat., 8 p.m.; next Sun., 3 p.m.; ends Nov. 9. $35. (818) 508-7101.

Vox Lumiere — The Phantom of the Opera The classic 1925 silent film serves as the backdrop for this show that blends drama, music and dance. Los Angeles Theatre Center, 514 S. Spring St., L.A. Fri.-Sat., 8 p.m.; ends Dec. 13. $40-$75. (844) 869-7625.

The Woody Show Musical salute to legendary folksinger Woody Guthrie. Theatricum Botanicum, 1419 N. Topanga Canyon Blvd., Topanga. 1 p.m. Sat. $25. (310) 455-3723.

Sing-a-long Sound of Music The audience is invited to participate in a celebration of the beloved 1965 film based on the hit Broadway musical. Hollywood Bowl, 2301 N. Highland Ave., Hollywood. 6 p.m. Sat. $11-$79. (323) 850-2000.

An Evening with Shirley MacLaine The Oscar winner recalls her life and times in this one-woman show. Renee and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa. 8 p.m. Sat. $39 and up. (714) 556-2787.

The Fab Faux The veteran tribute band rec-reates the music of the Beatles. Valley Performing Arts Center, 18111 Nordhoff St., Northridge. 8 p.m. Sat. $25-$120. (818) 677-3000.

Good People David Lindsay-Abaire’s class-conscious comedy-drama about a single mom in South Boston. La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts, 14900 La Mirada Blvd., La Mirada. Sat., 8 p.m.; next Sun., 2 p.m.; ends Oct. 12. $20-$70; discounts available. (562) 944-9801.

Low Hanging Fruit World premiere of Robin Bradford’s drama about four female veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan wars who find themselves homeless on L.A.’s skid row. Zephyr Theatre, 7456 Melrose Ave., L.A. Sat., 8 p.m.; next Sun., 2 p.m.; ends Oct. 26. $25. (323) 960-7788.

The Why Victor Kaufold’s tragicomedy about a teen who kills three classmates in a school shooting. The Blank’s 2nd Stage Theatre, 6500 Santa Monica Blvd., Hollywood. Sat., 8 p.m.; next Sun., 2 p.m.; ends Oct. 19. $20-$30. (323) 661-9827.

Kiss Me, Kate Wayne Brady stars in the Cole Porter classic about a madcap musical production of Shakespeare’s “The Taming of the Shrew.” Pasadena Playhouse, 39 S. El Molino Ave., Pasadena. Next Sun., 5 p.m.; ends Oct. 12. $47-$125. (626) 356-7529.

Marjorie Prime World premiere of Jordan Harrison’s drama about an elderly woman (Lois Smith) at an assisted-living facility who comes to terms with her life with the help of her daughter, her son-in-law and a mysterious stranger. Mark Taper Forum, 135 N. Grand Ave., L.A. Next Sun., 7 p.m.; ends Oct. 19. $25-$70. (213) 628-2772.