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INTERPLAY: THE STAGE BETWEEN will feature four contemporary plays Jan. 8-25 at PCPA’s Severson Theatre, 800 S College, Santa Maria. The plays included are “Lessons of Language Learned,” “36 Views,” “Stones in His Pockets,” and “Picasso’s Women.” Info: 922-8313 or www.pcpa.org.

ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO’S NEST, a touching, sometimes humorous drama based on the novel by Ken Kasey, is staged by SLO Little Theatre Jan. 9-Feb. 7, at the City Playhouse, 888 Morro St., SLO. Shows are Thursdays-Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Tickets are $10-$16. Info: 786-2440.

CLASS ACT DANCE STUDIO STUDENTS perform in the first program of the year presented by the Allied Arts Association at 3 p.m. Jan. 10 at the Veterans Memorial Building, 1000 Main St., Cambria. Includes performances in tap, jazz, and ballet. Tickets are $5 in advance, $7 at the door. Info: 927-4742.

TOMAS KUBINEK, certified lunatic and master of the impossible, showcases his mind-boggling miracles at 3 p.m. Jan. 11 at the Performing Arts Center at Cal Poly. Tickets are $15. Info: 756-2787 or www.pacslo.org.

A HOLIDAY BASH FOR JEROME KERN is a celebration of the life and genius of one of America’s most unique composers. The original musical features performances of “Smoke Gets in Your Eyes,” “The Way You Look Tonight,” and more. It is presented by Pewter Plough Playhouse through Jan. 11 at the theatre, Main and Sheffield streets, Cambria’s West Village. Shows are at 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, with a Sunday matinee at 3 p.m. Dec. 28. Tickets are $18, $16 for students and seniors. A Sunday matinee is at 3 p.m. Jan. 11. Info: www.pewterploughplayhouse.com or 927-3877.

BILL MAHER, political humorist and host of “Politically Incorrect” and “Real Time with Bill Maher,” takes the stage at 8 p.m. Jan. 17 at the Performing Arts Center at Cal Poly. Tickets are $22-$34. Info: 756-2787.

GOLDEN GALS HOLIDAY MYSTERY, presented by Murder in Mind Productions, is an interactive murder mystery dinner event at Spyglass Inn Restaurant, 2703 Spyglass Dr., Shell Beach. Shows are every Friday and every Sunday through Jan. 25. Tickets are $44.95, includes dinner, show, and service charge. Dress is casual and guests are welcome to dress as their favorite Golden Girls character. Shows begin at 7 p.m. Fridays and at 5 p.m. Sundays. Info: www.murderinmind.com or 489-3875.

FOOTLIGHTS

ACTING CLASSES, taught by professional actor, director, and writer Stewart Moss meet Sundays, Jan. 11-March 28, 3-6 p.m., at SLO Little Theatre, Classes will cover improvisation, scene work, audition techniques, and include acting for stage and cinema. Info: 781-3889.

AUDITIONS FOR “OLIVER,” presented by Unity of SLO’s Community Theatre and SLO Children’s Theatre, are open to ages 7 and older and are set for Jan. 12 at Unity of SLO, 1490 Southwood Dr., SLO. Children’s auditions are 6-7:30 p.m., adults auditions are 7:30-9 p.m. Bring a song in your key and be prepared to do some dance movement. Info: 543-4250, Ext. 12.

MURDER IN MIND PRODUCTIONS is auditioning for “A Very Braddy Murder” Jan. 12, 6-9 p.m. Roles available are Mike Braddy, age 45-55, and Greg Braddy, age 30-40. Bring resume and head shot. Includes some pay. Info: 489-3875.

CLASSIC AMERICAN THEATRE is casting parts for “Cat on a Hot Tin Roof.” Roles open for male, 35-40, male, 50-65, male, 40-65, and female, 8-10. Auditions by appointment. Info: 238-3859.

VOICE-OVER WORKSHOP teaches the basics of copy interpretation, microphone technique, taking direction, and understanding the audition process. Class meets for four weeks in Oceano. Info: 489-9326.

MALE DANCERS are wanted to complement the Central Coast Follies Dance Troupe. Info: 543-9452.

PEWTER PLOUGH PLAYHOUSE seeks actors, directors, backstage volunteers, box office assistants, stage managers, light and sound techs, and publicity volunteers to join the fun and help put on plays at the theatre in Cambria. Info: 927-3877.

ACTING UNLIMITED offers acting classes for all ages and levels with emphasis on stage, film, commercials, and auditioning. Info: 489-1371.

ACTORS NEEDED to do comedy skits for a Baldspot Theatre cable show. Meetings are at 7 p.m. Thursdays in SLO. Info: Bruce, 434-2559.

COMEDIANS and self-contained acts are needed for a weekly comedy club at 2880 Broad St., SLO. Meet at 10 a.m. every Saturday. Info: 543-0639.

VAUDEVILLE VARIETIES is casting a high energy master of ceremonies and self-contained variety acts for a monthly variety special. Meet at 6 p.m. every Tuesday at the Grange Hall, 2880 Broad St., SLO. Info: 528-1410.

READERS THEATER GROUP meets at 6 p.m. every Thurs. at the Grange Hall, 2880 Broad St., SLO, sponsored by Central Coast Players. No experience necessary. Info: 528-1410.

SHOWTIME A GO-GO is looking for entertainers. They meet every Monday at 6:30 p.m. to develop skills and perform in convalescent homes. Info: 481-7084 or 922-1777.

SLO FOLLIES, a group following the style of Ziegfeld Follies, is expanding. Dance ensemble entertains at birthday parties, social and civil organizations, and more. Info: Emily, 543-9452.

OPEN CALL to actors for roles in television. Experience is desired. Send postcard with name and address to Trade Barn, SLO, P.O. Box 14151, SLO, 93406.

EXPERIMENTAL THEATER GROUP is forming in SLO. Concentration on original skits and cable TV. Meets every Tues. at 7 p.m. Info: 528-1410.

SANTA MARIA THEATRE SPORTS invites beginning and advanced players to their improvisational comedy workshops Wednesdays, 7-9 p.m. No experience needed. Cost is $2 per workshop. Info: Lisa, 934-4228.