“In the Maze of Our Own Lives.” The Jewish Theatre San Francisco presents a play about the legacy of the Group Theatre, founded during the Depression. Through Nov. 13. At TJT, 470 Florida St., S.F. $15-$30. www.tjt-sf.org.
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“Stories from the Shtetl.” A production starring Joshua Safran, Alicia Dattner, Michael Kaye and Will Franken. At Subterranean Arthouse, 2179 Bancroft Way, Berkeley. 8:30 p.m. $10. (510) 847-5268.
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“Parade.” A musical based on the historical events that led to the creation of the Anti-Defamation League. Through Nov. 20. Post-matinee discussioin with the ADL at Nov. 6 show. At Lucie Stern Theatre, 1305 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto. 8 p.m. $23-$32. (650) 329-0891.