saturday | 15
“In the Maze of Our Own Lives.” The Jewish Theatre San Francisco opens its last season with a play about the legacy of the Group Theatre, founded in 1931 during the Depression. At TJT, 470 Florida St., S.F. Previews through Oct. 19; play opens Oct. 20. $15-$30. www.tjt-sf.org.
sunday | 16
“What Would I Do If I Were Something Else?” A children’s play by Jewish Circle Productions featuring Israeli performers, in English with some Hebrew. At Jewish Community Library, 1835 Ellis St., S.F. 10:30 a.m. Free. (415) 567-3327 ext. 703.
friday | 21
“Zero Hour.” A play about Zero Mostel written by and starring Jim Brochu. At JCCSF, 3200 California St., S.F. 8 p.m. $42-$52. Also 8 p.m. Oct. 22 and 2 p.m. Oct. 23. www.jccsf.org.