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Published: Jun 27, 2007

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MUSIC & MOTION DANCE: RED Fourteen female dancers from different backgrounds take to the stage to explore the themes of relationships, human temperament and self-discovery. Sat, June 30, 2-3pm, FREE , Free Library of Philadelphia, 1901 Vine St., 215-686-5344.

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THE 24-HOUR BALD SOPRANO Six actors take Eugene Ionesco's classic to a new extreme: the performance runs on a constant day-long loop. Ticket purchase guarantees seating for the hour indicated and provides admission for all other showings on a space-available basis. Runs hourly, Fri, June 29, 8pm through Sat, June 30, 8pm. $20, Wilma Theater, Broad & Spruce sts., 215-627-2577.

AMADEUS The Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival presents a stage production of the fantasy Mozart biopic that pits the wunderkind against a bitter court composer. Directed by Dennis Razze. Runs through July 8, $27-$45, DeSales University, 2755 Station Ave., Center Valley, 610-282-9455.

BROADWAY'S BEST This revue touches on all the great moments from the Great White Way's history, from Gershwin to Les Mis to Jersey Boys. Runs through Oct. 11, $37, American Music Theatre, Lancaster, 2425 Lincoln Hwy East, 717-397-7700.

CAROUSEL This musical tells the story of an unemployed carnival worker who is killed during an attempted robbery but given a second chance to make things work with his love. Runs through July 15, $10-$67.50, Walnut Street Theatre, 9th & Walnut sts., 215-574-3550.

CHICAGO This parable about the American justice system features murderous chorus girls, slick defense lawyers and plenty of songs. Runs through July 15, $25-$47, The New Candlelight Theatre, 2208 Millers Rd., Ardentown, DE, 302-475-2313.

ELLINGTON BY STARLIGHT This revue of Duke Ellington's long, diverse career celebrates hits such as "Sophisticated Lady," "Take the A Train" and "Solitude." Runs July 5-15, $29, Bristol Riverside Theatre, Radcliffe & Market sts., Bristol, 215-785-0100.

HUMBLE BOY When astrophysicist Felix Humble returns home following his father's death, he realizes the chaos of family can be even more difficult than science. Directed by Ken Marini. Runs through July 15, $28-$48, People's Light & Theatre Company, 39 Conestoga Rd., Malvern, 610-644-3500.

THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST In this production of Oscar Wilde's beloved, witty classic, Lady Bracknell is played by a man in drag. Presented by the Gay and Lesbian Theatre Festival. Adapted and directed by Jennifer MacMillan. Runs through June 29, $12.50-$17.50, Walnut Street Theater, Studio 5, 825 Walnut St., 215-627-6483.

IRON KISSES This production by the Gay and Lesbian Theatre Festival examines the relationship between siblings Billy and Barbara and their retired parents. Runs through June 29, $12.50-$17.50, Philadelphia Shakespeare Festival, 2111 Sansom St., 215-627-6483.

MEMBERS ONLY This play by French dramatist Fabrice Roger-Lacan centers on the friendship of Bernard and Adrien, which rapidly deteriorates when Adrien can't attend Bernard's birthday party. Directed by Tom Reing. Runs through June 30, 8-10pm, $12-$15, E.O. Bull Center, Rosedale Ave. & High St., West Chester, 610-436-2533.

MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL This celebration of hot flashes, night sweats, memory loss, chocolate binges and "The Change" includes such chart-toppers as "I Heard It Thru the Grapevine; You No Longer See 39" and "Stayin' Awake! Stayin' Awake!" Ongoing, $45, Society Hill Playhouse, 507 S. 8th St., 215-923-0210.

THE MOST MYSTERIOUS DAY OF THE YEAR Puppet Uprising presents a show about two feuding private eyes, the fall of Morse code and an annual kaleidoscope convention. Fri-Sat, June 29-30, 8pm, $7, The Rotunda, 4014 Walnut St., 215-386-2676.

OVER THE EDGE Jodi Letizia stars in this one-woman show, which combines cabaret, comedy and musical theater. Thu-Sat, June 28-30, 8-9:30pm, $25, Shubin Theatre, 407 Bainbridge St., 215-498-0219.

RODGERS' ROMANCE This revue celebrates the songwriting partnerships of Rodgers and Hammerstein and Rodgers and Hart. Works featured include "Carousel," "South Pacific," "The King and I," "The Sound of Music," "Cinderella" and "Babes in Arms." Runs through June 30, $25, Act II Playhouse, 56 E. Butler Ave., Ambler, 215-654-0200.

ROUNDING THIRD This baseball drama examines the relationships between two Little League coaches, Michael and Don, and their children. Directed by Tom Quinn. Runs through July 14, $12-$24, Montgomery Theater, 124 Main St., Souderton, 215-723-9984.

SIDE BY SIDE BY SONDHEIM This musical revue features hits from Stephen Sondheim's prolific career. Runs through July 1, $28, Walnut Street Theatre — Independence Studio on 3, 825 Walnut St., 215-574-3550.

THE TAMING OF THE SHREW The Arden Shakespeare Guild presents the tale of two sisters, one who refuses to marry and the other who can't marry until she does. Directed by Henry Porreca. Runs through June 30, $5-$10, Frank Stephens Memorial Theatre, 2126 Harvey Rd., Arden, DE, 302-475-3126.

THEATRE DISTRICT This production by the Philadelphia Gay and Lesbian Theatre Festival tells the story of Wesley, a teenager struggling to accept his gay father and a community's prejudices. Runs through June 30, $12.50-$17.50, Arden Theatre Company, 40 N. 2nd St., 215-922-1122.

TONY 'N TINA'S WEDDING Join the couple, their eccentric families and wild guests for a seriously wacky wedding. Runs through Dec. 31, $89, Spirit of Philadelphia, Penn's Landing, Pier 3, 215-297-8540.

THE WINTER'S TALE The Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival presents the Bard's later drama about separations and reunions envisioned as a Monet-illustrated storybook romance. Directed by Patrick Mulcahy. Runs through July 1, $27-$45, DeSales University, 2755 Station Ave., Center Valley, 610-282-9455.

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DIE FLEDERMAUS In Strauss' comic operetta, a masked ball, mistaken identities and a delayed jail sentence combine to cause mayhem. Runs through June 30, $16-$20, Delaware Valley Opera Company, The Hermitage Mansion, 700 Hermit Lane, 217-725-4171.

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HEART & MUSIC Composer and lyricist William Finn shares an evening of his own songs in this production by the Gay and Lesbian Film Festival.. Runs through June 30, $12.50-$17.50, Arden Theatre Company, 40 N. 2nd St., 215-627-6483.

MARTHA GRAHAM CRACKER CABARET A night of music and mayhem stars Pig Iron Theatre's Dito van Reigersberg as the absolutely fabulous Martha Graham Cracker. Every first Thu, 9pm, $10, L'Etage, Beau Monde, 6th & Bainbridge sts., 215-592-0656.