tuesday/19
“The Victims, or What Do You Want Me to Do About It?” Reading of Ken Kaissar’s play about conflicting narratives that reflect the Israeli and Palestinian views of history. Part of Golden Thread 2016 Staged Reading Series. At Brava Theater, 2781 24th St., S.F. 7 p.m. Free. www.goldenthread.org (See oped, 13)
friday/22
“The Gathering.” Opening of Arje Shaw’s play chronicling a family’s turmoil caused by President Reagan’s controversial visit to Bitburg cemetery in 1985. Runs through Aug. 20. At Live Oak Theater, 1301 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley. 8 p.m. $35. www.thegatheringplay.com (See story, 20)