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A Fight For Love, explores a world where famous does not always mean rich. Michael, a boxing contender, sets out to realize his dreams, but along the way, life throws him an upper cut, felonious charges that have him caught in a political web along with his father. Runs for seven performances (Oct. 21, 22, 23, and Nov. 3, 4, 10, 11). Sunday shows at 5 p.m. All other performances at 8 p.m. Tickets $26. The Main Stage at the Santa Monica Playhouse at 1211 Fourth Street. 323.960.5770, plays411.com/fight

Private Eyes, the CRE Outreach/Theatre by the Blind puts its unique spin on this Steven Dietz play, a dramedy about jealousy and revenge. The play will be performed by an entirely blind cast, directed by Greg Shane. Runs through Nov. 20. Friday and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 3 p.m. Promenade Playhouse, 1404 Third Street Promenade, creoutreach.org, 310.902.8220

Halloween Hullabaloo, the Santa Monica Playhouse Family Theatre Musical Matinee Series presents this magical, musical fairytale journey up and down memory lane, exploring Halloween through the ages. Runs for eight performances Oct. 22, 23, 29, and 30 playing at 12:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. Adults $12.50 and children 10 and under are $10.50. 1211 Fourth Street. SantaMonicaPlayhouse.com, 310.394.9779

Viva Cristo Rey, the story of beloved Mexican hero, Blessed Father Miguel Pro is presented through Oct. 30 by the G.K. Chesterton Theatre Co. is written by Cathal Gallagher and Fred Martinez, and directed by Angel Duran. Friday and Saturday at 8p.m., and Sunday at 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Miles Memorial Playhouse, 1130 Lincoln Blvd, Santa Monica. Tickets $15, GKCTheatre.org

Jane Fonda in the Court of Public Opinion, Anne Archer stars as Jane Fonda in this play that tells the true story of America’s most famous, controversial, and effective anti-war activist. Admission $34.50. Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m., Sundays at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. through Dec. 4. Edgemar Center for the Arts, 2437 Main Street. Reservations: 310.392.7327, edgemarcenter.org

Dolls! Not Your Usual Love Story, has been extended due to popular demand through Nov. 20. A feel-good hit of the summer, a cheerfully mysterious, unexpectedly amorous musical unveiling of the remarkable secret life of the dolls we left behind. Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; Sundays at 6:30 p.m. General admission $26. Santa Monica Playhouse, 1211 Fourth Street, 310.394.9779 ext. 1, santamonicaplayhouse.com

The Tragedy of the Commons, Dakin and Macy Adams live seemingly serene lives with shared memories of family and friends, and they share years of waking up to the extraordinary view that is part of their home. But the day has come when all of this is about to change, and the fragile relationship of two people is now in ever increasing jeopardy. Admission $25; Student/Seniors/Guild Members: $20. Runs Fridays/Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. through Nov. 7. Ruskin Group Theatre, 3000 Airport Ave., 310.397.3244, ruskingrouptheatre.com

Sylvia, a comedy by A.R. Gurney, directed by Gary Imhoff, extended through Dec. 4, $34.99, Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m., 5 p.m. on Sundays, Edgemar Center for the Arts, 2437 Main Street, 310.392.7327, edgemarcenter.org

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