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“Disney Frozen JR.”: Based on the popular animation and 2018 Broadway musical hit, with two new songs written for the Broadway production. Presented by Performing Arts Center of Kapolei. 7 p.m. Friday-Saturday, Kapolei High School Forum. $7-$12. packapolei.org
“The Ultimate Christmas Show (abridged)”: When none of the scheduled entertainers arrive, it’s up to three quick-witted church members at St. Everybody’s Non- Denominational Universalist Church to perform the entire Christmas Variety Show by themselves. For ages 12 and older. 7:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday and 4 p.m. Sunday, Kailua Onstage Arts Theater, 171 Hamakua Drive. $20-$30. 829-8606, kailuaonstagearts.com
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“Sons of the Prophet”: Lebanese-American Joseph Douaihy copes with medical ailments, rocky relationships, an aging uncle and an invasive boss as he struggles to keep his life and family in order. A 2012 Pulitzer Prize for Drama Finalist comedy by Stephen Karam. Presented by TAG (The Actors’ Group). 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday; 7:30 p.m. Dec. 19, The Brad Powell Theatre, Shops at Dole Cannery, 650 Iwilei Road. More shows through Jan. 5. $20-$30. 722-6941, taghawaii.net. Info: 741-4699.
“Love Letters”: Two childhood friends carry on a lifelong correspondence even as they live separate married lives. They become involved in a brief affair but it’s too late. After Melissa’s untimely death, Andy writes a final letter to Melissa’s mother which eloquently divulges the pair’s romantic and spiritual bonds. A Vanita Rae Smith Readers Theatre Production. Presented by TAG (The Actors Group). 7:30 p.m., Monday-Wednesday, The Brad Powell Theatre, The Shops at Dole Cannery, 650 Iwilei Road. $20. 722-6941, taghawaii.net. Info: 741-4699.
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“Love”: When an approaching storm forces everyone on a Tasmanian island to leave their homes, Oslo helps people pack their “love luggage” containing a few cherished items they hope to save from the storm. For ages 5 and older. Presented by Honolulu Theatre for Youth. 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Tenney Theatre, St. Andrew’s Cathedral, 229 Queen Emma Square. More shows through Dec. 21. $10-$20. 839-9885, ext. 720; htyweb.org/love
“The Sound of Music”: Austria in the 1930s. A decorated war hero. His seven motherless children. A young woman named Maria. One of the most popular Broadway productions of the 20th century, with the music of Rodgers & Hammerstein. 7:30 p.m. today-Friday; 3 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday; 4 p.m. Sunday; 7:30 p.m. Dec. 19. Diamond Head Theatre. More shows through Dec. 29. $15-$50. 733-0274, diamondheadtheatre.com
coming up
“RENT” 20th Anniversary Tour: Jonathan Larson’s rock music Broadway follows the lives of seven struggling artists following their dreams during an unforgettable year. Contains mature themes and situations. Dec. 24-29, Neal Blaisdell Center, Concert Hall. $50-$80. 768-5252, broadwayinhawaii.com, ticketmaster.com
“Men in Boats”: The year is 1869 and Mayor John Wesley Powell leads a crew of loyal volunteers to chart the course of the Colorado River. An all-woman cast plays Powell and his crew, so don’t expect a straight-forward history lesson. By Punjabi-American playwright Jaclyn Backhaus. Jan. 17-26, Kailua Onstage Arts, 171 Hamakua Drive. kailuaonstagearts.com
“Way of a God”: Historical tragedy chronicles Captain Cook’s journey, from first contact to catastrophe. By Dennis Carroll with Hawaiian scenes translated by Tammy Hailiopua Baker. Jan. 16-Feb. 16, Kumu Kahua Theatre, 46 Merchant St. $5-$25. 536-4441, kumukahua.org
calls for talent
Gay Men’s Chorus of Honolulu: Singers invited to sit in at rehearsals and audition. 7 p.m. Mondays, Von Holt Room, The Cathedral of Saint Andrew. Sheet music encouraged for auditions. gmcofh@gmail.com, gmcofh.org
