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Note: Due to inclement weather conditions, the Jan. 13 and 14 shows were cancelled. Pentacle Theatre box office will begin processing ticket exchange/refunds starting today, Jan. 17.

See Laurie Metcalf on stage! All theatre credits, bio and tickets here at NewYorkTheatreGuide.com.

Taking a deep dive into the world of ocean conservation and education, Insight Editions imprint Earth Aware Kids has partnered with nonprofit OceanX on a collection of middle-grade fiction that aims to further young readers understanding of their natural surroundings. The first two books debuted in May, with additional titles slated for the fall.

GROSSE POINTE WOODS — While “Brighton Beach Memoirs” and “Biloxi Blues” are fairly well known, the third of playwright Neil Simon’s Eugene trilogy, “Broadway Bound,” isn’t as familiar to audiences.

Performances of “Brighton Beach Memoirs” will be at 7:30 p.m. on June 17, 18, 23, 24 and 25, and at 2 p.m. on June 19 and 22.