Theatre for Sat., Nov. 25

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A Christmas Carol

Zach Theatre’s adaptation of the Dickens classic is a musical sleigh ride through rhythm and time, infusing the traditional Victorian story with a score that spans all genres and eras. "Celebrate the season with the loving Cratchit family and three soulful ghosts as they take Ebenezer Scrooge on a joyride to rediscover his heart and love for human kindness."

Through Dec. 31. $25 and up.
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ZACH Theatre
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Miss Lulu Bett

In Zona Gale's classic play – the first play written by a woman to win the Pulitzer Prize for Drama – Lulu Bett lives with her sister's family and does all the cooking in the house. Spinsterhood seems to be her destiny – until an enthusiastic visitor proposes. Directed by Norman Blumensaadt for Different Stages.

Through Dec. 9. Thu.-Sat., 8pm; Sun., 6pm. $15-37.
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The Vortex
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Pierre Corneille’s El Cid

This legendary work recounts the struggles of Spain's national hero, Rodrigo Diaz de Vivar, the famed el Cid, as he attempts to preserve his honor after being exiled by King Alfonso VI. Directed by Ann Ciccolella for Austin Shakespeare.

Through Nov. 26. Wed.-Sat., 7:30pm; Sun., 3pm. $20-45.
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Long Center for the Performing Arts
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The Thin Place

In The Thin Place, the fragile boundary between our world and the other one is breached. With acuity and relentless curiosity, Lucas Hnath’s play transforms the theater into an intimate séance, crafting an unnerving testament to the power of the mind, which has a mind of its own. And here's our full review of the show.

Through Nov. 26. Thu.-Sat., 7:30pm; Sun., 2:30pm. $28 and up.
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Zach Theatre's Kleberg Stage
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Words Into Worlds: Creating Place in the Theatre

See displays from landmark American and British theatre productions from the past century, bringing together the iconic work of writers Adrienne Kennedy, Arthur Miller, Robert Schenkkan, Tennessee Williams, and others – with award-winning designs from artists Boris Aronson, Beowulf Boritt, Jo Mielziner, and Norman Bel Geddes.

Free.

Harry Ransom Center