Last modified: Sunday, November 30, 2008 8:21 PM EST Theatre and dance listing, Nov. 28 Limited engagement An Ideal Husband, through Dec. 7, The Gamm Theatre, 172 Exchange St., Pawtucket, RI. Additional performance added on Nov. 29 at 2 p.m. $24-$39. Discounts for subscribers, groups, seniors, students. 401-723-4266 or arttixri.com. A Christmas Carol, through Dec. 7, Black Box Theater, 30 Crocker St., Mansfield. Actor Gary Poholek of North Attleboro's one-man show. Special presentation to coincide with Mansfield Christmas parade on Nov. 30. Fri. and Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m. 508-339-2822 or www.mmas.org. Rock N Roll, through Dec. 13, Huntington Theatre Company, Boston University Theatre, 264 Huntington Ave., Boston. Nov. 30, 2 and 7 p.m.; Nov. 28, Dec. 5, 8 p.m.; Dec. 2, 4, 9, 10, 11, 12, 7:30 p.m.; Nov. 29, Dec. 6, 13, 2 and 8 p.m; Dec. 3, 2 and 7:30 p.m; Dec. 7, 2 p.m. $20 through $82.50. $25 for patrons below 35 (ID required), $10 BU community discount, $5 seniors and military discounts, $15 student rush tickets (available tow hours before show). huntingtontheatre.org or 617-266-0800. Into the Woods, through Dec. 14, Turtle Lane Playhouse, 283 Melrose St., Newton. Holiday performances on Dec. 27-30. Thurs., Fri., Sat., 8 p.m.; Sun. 2 p.m. Intertwines plots of Grimm fairy tale. $25 and $27.50. turtlelane.org or 617-244-0169. Einstein's Dreams, through Dec. 14, Central Sq. Theatre, 450 Mass. Ave., Cambridge. $32 adults; $22 seniors; $18 students; $12 student rush. 617-576-9278 or centralsquaretheater.org. The Miracle Worker, through Dec. 14, Thurs.-Sat. at 8 p.m. and Sun. at 3 p.m. 2nd Story Theatre, 28 Market St., Warren, R.I. $25. 401-247-4200 or 2ndstorytheatre.com. The Wizard of Oz, through Dec. 14, The Orpheum Theatre, 1 School St., Foxboro. Weekends, Fri. and Sat., 7:30 p.m.; Sun. 2 p.m. $22/advance, $26/week of. 508-543-2787 or baycolonyproductions.com. First Night, through Dec. 21, Fri. and Sat. 7:30 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m., Harborside Playhouse, 850 Hope St., Bristol, RI. Romantic comedy. $15. 401-396-5555 or haborsideplayhouse.com or millriverplayers.org. Dr. Suess's How the Grinch Stole Christmas, through Dec. 28, Wang Theatre, Boston. $28-$78. 866-348-9738 or citicenter.org. A Christmas Carol, through Dec. 31, Trinity Rep, Chace Theatre, 201 Washington St., Providence. Thurs. 7 p.m.; Fri., 7 p.m.; Sat. 11 a.m., 2, 5, 8 p.m.; Sun. 2, 5 p.m. with added times Dec. 21 and 28 at 11 .m. and 8 p.m. Starting Dec. 8: Mon. and Tues. 7 p.m.; Added Wed. shows: Dec. 3, 17, 31, 7 p.m. and added show at 2 p.m. on Dec. 31. Added show Mon. Dec. 29, 2 p.m. Special times during preview days, through 28. $25 to $60 adults, $12.50 children. $10 seats for 12th row bench. 401-351-4242, or www.trinityrep.com. Grease, Dec. 2 through 7, Providence Performing Arts Center, 220 Weybosset St., Providence. Tues., 7 p.m.; Wed. and Thurs. 7:30 p.m.; Fri. 8 p.m.; Sat. 2 and 8 p.m.; and Sun. 1 and 6:30 p.m. $68, $63, $56, $51, $46, and $41. 401-421-ARTS or www.ppacri.org. Urinetown, Dec. 4, 5, 6, 8 p.m., Dec. 5 and 6 at 3 p.m., Buckley Performing Arts Center, Massasoit Community College, Rte. 27, Brockton. $16, $14 seniors, MCC ID. 508-427-1234 Mary Brigit is Writing a Memoir, Dec. 4 7:3 0 p.m., Dec. 5 and 6 9 p.m., Dec. 7, 2 p.m., Bobby Hackett Theatre, 400 East Ave., Warwick, RI. Several members from Attleboro, North Attleboro, and Seekonk will be performing. $9 general, $7 CCRI faculty, staff, and students. 401-825-2219. Laughing Stock, Dec. 4, 5, 6, 8 p.m., Dec. 6 and 7, 2 p.m., Dean College Center for the Performing Arts, 61 School St., Franklin. $15 general, $5 students, children, and seniors. 508-541-1606. The Best Christmas Pageant Ever, Dec. 4-6, 11-13, 8 p.m., Dec. 7, 13, 14, 2 p.m., Firebarn, Little Theatre,corner of Prospect St. and Highland Ave., Fall River. The worst kids in the history of the world invades church on Sunday and takes over the annual Christmas pageant. $16, discounts available for students, seniors, and children. 508-675-1852 or littetheatre.net Alice's Adventures Underground, Dec. 4 through 28, Central Sq. Theatre, 450 Mass Ave., Cambridge. Tea Parties on Dec. 6, 3 p.m., Dec. 7, 2 p.m. $18 adults; $15 students, seniors; $12 children under 12. 617-576-9278 or centralsquaretheater.org. Kwanzaa Song, Dec. 4 through 21, Thur.-Sat. 7:30 p.m., Sun. 3 p.m., Mixed Magic Theatre, 171 Main St., Pawtucket. Christmas Carol, Dec. 5 through 7, 12 through 14, Stadium Theatre, 28 Monument Sq., Woonsocket, RI. Fri. and Sat. performances 2 and 7:30 p.m. $19 ochestra, $16 balcony. 401-762-4545 or stadiumtheatre.com The Receptionist, Dec. 5 through Jan. 11, 7:30 p.m., Trinity Rep, Dowling Theater, 201 Washington St., Providence. Tues. through Sun. evening time, with selected Wed., Sat., and Sun. matinees at 2 p.m. Dec. 5, 7:30, Pay What You Can. Talkbacks held after every performance. $20 to $60 general. 401-351-4242 or trinityrep.com Magic of Christmas, Dec. 6, 3 and 7 p.m., Dec. 7, 3 p.m., Bridgewater-Raynham Regional High School, 415 Center St.,, Bridgewater. 800-838-3006 or www.StarPlayersBC.org. Chicago, Dec. 9 through Dec. 14, The Colonial Theatre, 106 Boylston St., Boston. Featuring Tony nominee Tom Wopat. $27.50-$87.50. 508-931-2000 or broadwayacrossamerica.com/boston. Coppelia, Dec. 11, 10 a.m.; Dec. 12, 7:30 p.m.; Dec. 13, 3 p.m., Roberts Auditorium, Rhode Island College, Providence. $25 adults, $16 children 12 and under. Group rates available. 401-456-8144 or www.ric.edu/pfa. Miss Pixie's Cable Access Holiday Extravaganza, Dec. 11-23, Gamm Theatre, 172 Exchange St., Pawtucket. $25, $15 for preview performance Dec. 11, $20 when order by phone by Nov. 30 and mention "enewspecial," $17 students and subscribers on Dec. 12-14 when mentioning this special. 401-723-4266 or ArTixRI.com A Good Ole Country Christmas, Dec. 12, 8 p.m., Dec. 13, 1 p.m., Lafayette, 18 Lakeview Ave., Taunton. Presented in cabaret setting, with food and cocktails sold separately. Ensemble of singers and the regional band Reflections. Dancing follows. $10, sold at door based on availability. 508-823-1229 or 508-822-2515. A Christmas Carol, Dec. 12 through 14, Stoughton High School, 232 Pearl St., Stoughton. Dec. 12, 7:30 p.m.; Dec. 13, 2 and 7:30 p.m., Dec. 14, 5 p.m. $15 adults, $10 children and seniors. On sale at Bob's Foodmart, Pages market, littletheatreofstoughton.com or from any cast member. Humbug!, Dec. 13, 2 and 7:30 p.m., Dec. 14, 2 p.m., Thomas D. Mercer Auditorium, 224 Oak St., Franklin. www.FPAConline.com or 508-528-8668. A Kwanzaa Song, Dec. 18 through 21, Thurs. through Sat. 7:30 p.m., Sun. 3 p.m., Mixed Magic Theatre, 171 Main St., downtown Pawtucket. Written and directed by Pitts-Wiley. Combined elements of storytelling, African and gospel music, and magic to the mythical tale of Azu. Mamma Mia!, Dec. 30 through Jan. 4, Providence Performing Arts Center, 220 Weybosset St., Providence. Tues., 7 p.m.; Wed. and Thurs. 7:30 p.m.; Fri., 8 p.m.; Sat., 2 and 8 p.m.; Sun. 1 and 6:30 p.m. $44, $49, $54, $59, $64, $66, $71. 401-421-ARTS or www.ppacri.org. Frankenstein, Jan. 8 through 25, Thurs.- Sat. 7:30 p.m., Sun. 3 p.m., Mixed Magic Theatre, 171 Main St., Pawtucket. Death of a Salesman, Jan. 16 through Feb. 15, Thurs.-Sat. at 8 p.m. and Sun. at 3 p.m. 2nd Story Theatre, 28 Market St., Warren, R.I. $25. 401-247-4200 or 2ndstorytheatre.com. Happy Days, Jan. 23 through 25, Fri. 8 p.m.; Sat. 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.; Sun. 1 p.m. and 6:30 p.m., Providence Performing Arts Center, 220 Weybosset St., Providence. $33 to $60. www.ppacri.org or 401-421-ARTS The Mousetrap, Jan. 23-30, Feb. 1, Fri. and Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m., Jenks Auditorium, Division St., Pawtucket, RI. $15/adults, $12/students (through high school). 401-726-6860 or thecommunityplayers.org. When Fate Comes Knocking, Feb. 5 through 22, Thurs.- Sat. 7:30 p.m., Sun. 3 p.m., Mixed Magic Theatre, 171 Main St., Pawtucket. Dirty Dancing, Feb. 7 through March 15, Boston Opera House, Boston. Tues. through Thurs. 7:30 p.m, Fri. 8 p.m.; Sat. 2p.m. and 8 p.m. Sun. 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. There is no 2 p.m. performance on Sat. Feb. 7. Open Captioned performance on Sun. March 8, 2 p.m. $30 - $91, $132.50 for premium seating. 617-931-2787 Wizard of Oz, Feb. 27 through March 1, Fri. 8 p.m.; Sat. 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.; Sun. 1 p.m. and 6:30 p.m., Providence Performing Arts Center, 220 Weybosset St., Providence. $33 to $60. www.ppacri.org or 401-421-ARTS The Dark at the Top of the Stairs, March 6 through April 5, Thurs.-Sat. at 8 p.m. and Sun. at 3 p.m. 2nd Story Theatre, 28 Market St., Warren, R.I. $25. 401-247-4200 or 2ndstorytheatre.com. Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, March 19 -22, Thurs. 7:30 p.m.; Fri. 8 p.m.; Sat. 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.; Sun. 1 p.m. and 6:30 p.m., Providence Performing Arts Center, 220 Weybosset St., Providence. $33 to $60. www.ppacri.org or 401-421-ARTS Tribute to Mahalia Jackson, March 7, 8, Sat. 7:30 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m., Mixed Magic Theatre, 171 Main St., Pawtucket. Page to Stage Student Productions, March 19 to 28, Thurs.- Sat. 7:30 p.m., Mixed Magic Theatre, 171 Main St., Pawtucket. Two plays by Pawtucket and Central Falls students which have been adapted from novels. A Grand Night for Singing, March 20 to 29, April 3-5, 2009, Fri. and Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m., Jenks Auditorium, Division St., Pawtucket, RI. $18/adults, $15/students (through high school). 401-726-6860 or thecommunityplayers.org. The Glass Menagerie, March 27 through April 5, 2009, TheatreWorks, 142 Clinton St., Woonsocket, R.I. The Tennesee Williams' play. $18, $15 for seniors over 62 and kids under 12. $8/season subscription. 401-766-1898 or twri.org. Life is a Dream, April 16 through May 3 2009, Thurs.- Sat. 7:30 p.m., Sun. 3 p.m., Mixed Magic Theatre, 171 Main St., Pawtucket. A Streetcar Named Desire, April 24 through May 24, Thurs.-Sat. at 8 p.m. and Sun. at 3 p.m. 2nd Story Theatre, 28 Market St., Warren, R.I. $25. 401-247-4200 or 2ndstorytheatre.com. Over the Tavern, May 15 through May 24, 2009, TheatreWorks, 142 Clinton St., Woonsocket, R.I. All hell breaks loose for a family living in Buffalo as the kids begin to buck the system. $18, $15 for seniors over 62 and kids under 12. $8/season subscription. 401-766-1898 or twri.org. Moonlight and Magnolias, June 12-21, 2009, Fri. and Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m., Jenks Auditorium, Division St., Pawtucket, RI. $15/adults, $12/students (through high school). 401-726-6860 or thecommunityplayers.org. Ballet/Dance The Nutcracker, Nov. 28 through Dec. 28, Opera House, 539 Washington St., Boston. Tickets start at $30. 617-931-2787 or ticketmaster.com Stadium Theatre Christmas, Nov. 29, 7:30 p.m., Stadium Theatre, 28 Monument Sq., Woonsocket. Two act holiday spectacular and variety show. Features Big Band Music, performers, singers, dancing, and theatrics. Night Life Big Band Orchestra starts the night, other highlights are the Heritage Ballet, Mount St. Charles Bell Ringers, and the Encore Kids. Family-friendly. $19, $16. 401-762-4545 or stadiumtheatre.com Bellydance Superstars, Dec. 2, 8 p.m., Regent Theatre, 7 Medford St., Arlington. Performing new show Babelesque. A cross-section of Tribal, Egyptian and Cabaret styles, an intoxicating spectacle that transports the audience to a distant time and place while stimulating all the senses. $47.50, $37.50, $27.50 groups of 10 or more. 781-646-4849 or regenttheatre.com Winterdance, Dec. 4 and 6, 8 p.m.; Dec. 5 p.m., Rondileau Campus Center Auditorium, Park Ave., Bridgewater. Twelve advanced student choreographers create personal pieces, varying in styles from modern, lyrical, and hip-hop. Two students, Emma Donegan and Arielle Knyff, are from Wrentham. $10 general, $8 students with ID, children, and seniors. 508-531-1321 or bridgew.edu/theatre The Nutcracker, Dec. 6, 7, 2 and 7:30 p.m., Mercer Auditorium, 224 Oak St., Franklin. $24 to $26. Featuring professional 27 piece orchestra, special guest artists, and more than 100 local performers. 508-528-8668 or www.FPAConline.com. Project Ballet Coffee Hour, March 7, April 4, 4 to 5 p.m., 52 Sherman Ave., Lincoln. State Ballet of Rhode Island Artistic Director Herci Marsden discusses ballet. Free. Reservation required. 401.334.2560 or email info@stateballet or www.stateballet.com. Ongoing shows The King's Feast, every Sat. night, 2nd floor of the Hose Company No. 6, 636 Central Ave. Pawtucket. Six course meal and evening of bawdy comedy, song. Tickets $40, includes show and meal, not gratuity. Reservations required. 401-722-7220 or www.kingsfeast.com. Blueman Group, ongoing at The Charles Playhouse, 74 Warrenton St., Boston. Tickets are $46 to $56 each, 617-931-2787 or www.ticketmaster.com. For show information, 617-931-2787 or www.blueman.com. Shear Madness, ongoing at The Charles Playhouse, 74 Warrenton St., Boston. Tuesday -Friday 8 p.m., Saturday 6 and 9 p.m., Sunday 3 and 7 p.m. 617-426-5225 or www.shearmadness.com. Discount tickets of $24.50 for select shows available at www.artsboston.org. Auditions Healing Arts Theatre, seeks actors for comedy skits, performance arts pieces and more. Dancers, musicians and artists also needed for Foxboro location. For more information, call Pamela Jones at 508-384-6269. My Favorite Year, Nov. 29, 4 to 6 p.m., Nov. 30, 6 to 8 p.m., Woolley Room of Mary Lyon Hall, Wheaton College. Any person 16 and older may audition. You do not need to attend Wheaton College to participate. Auditioneers will be taught something to sing from the show. Performances are Jan. 16, 17 at Thacher School, Attleboro. The Producers, Dec. 2, 3, 7 to 10 p.m. Callbacks on Dec. 4, 7p.m., Orpheum Theatre, 1 School St., Foxboro. Be prepared for 16 bars of music from the show and be prepared to dance. By appointment. Rehearsals are Tues., Wed., Thurs. evenings and Sun. afternoons. Actors are required to attend no more than 3 per week. Show dates are Jan. 30 through Feb. 8. 508-543-4434 x6 Annie Jr., Dec. 9, 6 to 9 p.m., Stadium Theatre Performing Arts Center, 28 Monument Sq., Woonsocket, RI. Encore Kids is looking for children between 6 and 16. encorerepco.org or call Lisa Surrette at 508-331-1797. Performance dates are March 13, 14, 15. Bye Bye Birdie, Dec. 10, 11, 6 to 9 p.m., Stadium Theatre Performing Arts Center, 28 Monument Sq., Woonsocket, RI. All roles available for men and women. Have a song prepared with sheet music. For more information on casting requirements go to encorerepco.org or call Muriel Halloran, 401-765-0479 or Dave Gordone, 401-949-2064. Performance dates are May 1, 2, 3. Fushionworks Dance Company, Dec. 11, 6 to 8 p.m., Fushionworks Dance Academy, 861 Lower River Road, Lincoln, RI. Open auditions for an advnaced male dancer over 18. Will accept intermediate to advanced level male and female dances, aged fifteen and older. Registration required. $25. fushionworksdance.org or 401-946-0607 or fusionwk@cox.net. Les Miserables, Dec. 15, 6 p.m., Qualters Middle School, 240 East St., Mansfield. Looking for kids grades 5-12. By appointment only. Limited roles available for middle school students. Performances will be in the Orpheum Theatre in Foxboro on April 17, 18, and 19. Rehearsals are on Tuesday, Thursday evenings and Sunday afternoons in Mansfield and Foxboro. 781-784-4405 or uncommontheatre.org or email dowd4@comcast.net. Frame 312, Dec. 17, 18, 7 p.m., Ezekiel Bates Masonic Lodge, 71 North Main St., Attleboro. Looking for five men and six women between the ages of 20 and 55. Performance dates are Feb. 20, 21, 22, 27, 28, and March 1. 508-226-8100 or attleboro communitytheatre.com, Anything Goes, Jan. 24, 38 Main St., Franklin. Open auditions. Shows on March 21, 22, Thomas D. Mercer Auditorium, 224 Oak Street in Franklin. www.FPAConline.com or 508-528-8668.