Performance and classical music listings

Henry IV - Part I

This coming-of-age tale traces Prince Hal's journey from a young irresponsible man to his ascension to the throne as King Henry V. Philadelphia Shakespeare Festival Theatre, 2111 Sansom St.; 215-496-8001.

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. Closes 8/30.

Little Fish Theatre: The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) All of Shakespeare's plays are compressed into one fast-paced, hilarious show. Broadway Theatre of Pitman, 43 S. Broadway, Pitman; 856-384-8381. www.thebroadwaytheatre.org. $15-$25. Closes 8/28.

Social Security A married couple's happy life is disrupted when the wife's uptight sister and brother-in-law move in, determined to save their college-aged daughter from a life of depravity. Then they meet the wife's 98-year-old client, and sparks fly. Robert Shackleton Playhouse, Bank & Lafayette Sts., Cape May; 609-884-1341. www.capemaystage.com. $35; $25 seniors; $12.50 students. Closes 8/29.

The Femme Show Interactive performance about queer femme identity that features film, dance, literary readings, burlesque, drag, and performance art from award-winning artists. The Rotunda, 4014 Walnut St.; 215-573-3234. foundationarts.org/. $10. 8/21. 8 pm.

The Ransom of Red Chief In this stage adaptation of an O. Henry story, two theives think all they have to do is capture a young boy and demand a ransom for his return. First Presbyterian Church of Cape May, 500 Hughes St., Cape May; 609-884-3949. www.capemaypresbyterian.com. $28; $23 seniors; $13 full-time students; free for children 12 & under. Closes 9/5.

The Rock Tenor 30 of the greatest songs of all time, from classical to Broadway to the Beatles, are performed 12 musicians, including five vocalists. Wilma Theater, 265 S. Broad St.; 215-546-7824. www.wilmatheater.org. $30-$40. Closes 8/23.

VI Degrees Kash Goins' play provides a sobering look at disparate rates of testing and treatment of HIV/AIDS in the African American community. A powerful message in support of protected sex is also presented. Community College of Philadelphia, 1700 Spring Garden St.; 215-751-8010. www.ccp.edu. $20. Closes 8/22.

Cinderella's Princess Birthday Party

Kids are invited to dress up as royalty for this fun, interactive show about Cinderella's birthday. Hedgerow Theatre, 64 Rose Valley Rd., Media; 610-565-4211.

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. $11; $9 children. Closes 8/29.

Snow White & the Seven Dwarves A young woman flees from an evil queen and takes up with a band of dwarves. But has she truly escaped? Bucks County Playhouse, 70 S. Main St., New Hope; 215-862-2041. www.buckscountyplayhouse.com. $8. Closes 8/22.

Broadway: A Celebration

This production celebrates Broadway's colorful history with a collection of songs from hit musicals. Barn Playhouse, Rittenhouse Boulevard, Norristown; 610-539-2276.

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. $15; $13 seniors and children under 12. Closes 8/30.

Sweet Land This epic production, celebrating Newtown's 325th birthday, was originally written and performed for Newtown's 275th birthday. The 2009 version is the culmination of more than a year of 325th-anniversary events. Newtown Theater, 120 N. State St., Newtown; 215-968-3859. newtowntheater.com/. $15-$30. Closes 8/26.

Three Short Plays About Love and Everything Else The Village Players' summer production is an evening of one-act plays. 'Miss You' by David Auburn is a comedic tale of two couples trying to rearrange their lives via call-waiting. Paul Dooley's and Winnie Holzman's 'Post-Its (Notes on a Marriage)' is an update to 'Love Letters' and tracks the history of a relationship through a litany of Post-It notes. And 'Check, Please' by Jonathan Rand is takes you inside a series of blind dates that don't go so well. The production has a cast of 13 and is directed by Jacquelyn Green. Village Players of Hatboro, 401 Jefferson Ave., Hatboro; 215-675-6774. www.thevillageplayers.com. $10. Closes 8/23.

Yellow Fever Epidemic of 1793 When the epidemic killed nearly 10% of the population it prompted Elizabeth Graeme Fergusson's nephew-in-law, William Smith and his second wife, to take up residence at Graeme Park. This Living History Theater program will focus on the yellow fever epidemic and its impact on the residents of Graeme Park and their friends. Costumed actors will present vignettes related to yellow fever in tours throughout the day. Graeme Park, 859 County Line Rd., Horsham; 215-343-0965. www.ushistory.org/graeme/index.htm. $8; $7 seniors; $4 children 3-11. Closes 8/23.

Without a Cue Productions: Deadly Dancing

Set in a Catskills resort in the 1960s, this murder mystery production tells the story of a dance contest that may take a turn for the deadly. Peddler's Village, Rtes. 202 & 263, Lahaska; 215-794-4000.

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. $47.95. Closes 8/29.

Bay-Atlantic Symphony: Mozart - Villains, Heroes & Gods

Brian Ganz is featured in Mozart's Piano Concerto No. 23 in A (K.488). Also on the program are Mozart's Symphony No. 41, 'Jupiter,' and the Overture to 'Don Giovanni.' Avalon Elementary School, 32d and Ocean Dr., Avalon; 609-967-7544. avalon.capemayschools.com. 8/22. 7 pm.

Family Concerts in the Garden The Community Conservatory and Byers' Choice Ltd. present Family Concerts in the Garden. Byers' Choice Visitor Center, 4355 County Line Rd., Chalfont; 215-822-6700. www.byerschoice.com. Closes 8/28.

Glass Armonica Performances Classically-trained musician Carolinn Skyler performs on the musical instrument invented by Benjamin Franklin. Free Quaker Meeting House, 500 Arch St.; 215-629-5801. Closes 9/6.

Opera Delaware: Another Bank Robbery

'Another Bank Robbery' is a new dark comedy stage play written by Race Brown. Grand Opera House, 818 N. Market St., Wilmington; 302-652-5577.

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. $15. Closes 8/23.

Caribbean Festival

The authentic island sounds of reggae, roots international beat, hip-hop, gospel and creative dancing, complemented by a marketplace of fashions and exotic cuisine, are all highlights of this annual Caribbean Festival. Penn's Landing, Columbus Blvd.; 215-922-2386.

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. 8/23. 2-8 pm.

Traditional Irish Music Session As many as 20 musicians turn up to play at this popular weekly event. The Plough is often a venue for visiting Irish bands and groups such as Altan, Solas, Kila, The Sawdoctors, the 3 Tenors, and even The Riverdance crew. On occasion, local set and step dancers drop by. If you play an instrument, you are welcome to attend and join in the fun. Plough & The Stars, 123 Chestnut St.; 215-733-0300. www.ploughstars.com/. Closes 10/4.

Philly Fringe Preview

This production features a series of brief sneak previews of shows premiering at the Philly Fringe Festival. Afterward, stick around to meet the artists. Plays & Players Theatre, 1714 Delancey St.; 215-735-0630.

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. $10. Closes 8/31.