Dorothy in the Land of Oz - Teresa Lubarsky's Healdsburg Ballet presents original adaption showcasing young dancers' talents in ballet, jazz and hip-hop dance. May 17 at 7; May 18 at 2. $10-$15, www.healdsburgballet.com. Raven Theater, 115 North St, Healdsburg (North Bay), 707.433.3145.

It's Showtime - Dance with Sherry Studio celebrates 16 years with song and dance routines set to Broadway and Hollywood favorites. May 17 at 2 and 7. $12-$22. Showcase Theatre, Marin Center, San Rafael (North Bay), 415.499.6800.

The Maiden's Visit - Roundhill Studios presents its 22nd annual performance of this full-length ballet. Sat., May 17, 2 & 7pm. $7-$15, 408.241.1193. Santa Clara High School, 3000 Benton St, Santa Clara (South Bay/Silicon Valley), 408.247.7804.

29th Chautauqua Festival - UCSC's annual festival of student theater. Each spring, student designers, playwrights, actors, directors and technicians put on this festival. This year includes eight plays. May 15-18, 22-25 and May 29-June 1. Thu-Sat, 7pm. Sun, 2pm. Free, 831.459.4731. Theater Arts Second Stage, UCSC, Santa Cruz.

Aida - Elton John and Tim Rice's musical set in Egypt is performed by Hillbarn Theatre. Thu-Sat, 8pm (no show May 15) and Sun, 2pm, Thru Jun 8. $17-$28. Hillbarn Theatre, 1285 E. Hillsdale Blvd, Foster City (The Peninsula), 650.349.6411.

The Best of Spotlife- American Pie in 10 Minute Slices - Seven 10 minute original performances examine life’s experiences for all their irony, absurdity and intensity Thurs-Sat 8pm, Sun 3pm. Runs May 2-17. $15-$18, 831.425.PLAY. Actors' Theatre, 1001 Center St, Santa Cruz.

Brooklyn Boy - Bestselling novelist with a movie in the works goes home to reconcile his past and decide his future in Donald Margulies' play presented by Ross Valley Players. May 25, Brooklyn reunion forum follows matinee. Through Jun 15; Fri-Sat at 8; also May 22-Jun 15, Thurs at 7:30 and Sun at 2. $16-$20; Thurs, all tickets $16, 415.456.9555. Barn Theatre, Marin Art and Garden Center, 30 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Ross (North Bay), 415.456.9555.

Disney's Beauty and the Beast - American Musical Theatre of San Jose performs the musical tale of Belle and the Beast she comes to love. Tue-Fri, 8pm, Sat, 2 and 8pm and Sun, 1 and 6:30pm. Thru May 25. $14.75-$74, 888.455.SHOW. San Jose Center for the Performing Arts, 255 Almaden Blvd, San Jose (South Bay/Silicon Valley).

Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde - San Jose Repertory Theatre performs the world premiere of Jeffrey Hatcher's stage adaptation of Robert Lewis Stevenson's novel. Opens Sat, May 10. Wed-Fri, 8pm (plus 11am Wed, May 14), Sat, 3 and 8pm (8pm only May 10), Sun, 2pm (plus 7pm May 11) and Tue, 7:30pm (no show May 13). Thru Jun 8. $15-$59. San Jose Repertory Theatre, 101 Paseo de San Antonio, San Jose (South Bay/Silicon Valley), 408.367.7255.

A Few Good Men - City Lights Theater Company presents a stage adaptation of the film by Aaron Sorkin. Previews Fri-Sat, May 16-17. Thu-Sat, 8pm and Sun, 7pm (plus 2pm Jun 7 and 15). Thru Jun 15. $15-$40. City Lights Theater Company, 529 S. Second St, San Jose (South Bay/Silicon Valley), 408.295.4200, www.cltc.org.

Hard Laughter - AlterTheater Ensemble presents adaptation of Anne Lamott's novel, an exploration of one Northern California family's vulnerability, resilience and reliance on comedy. Ending May 18; Thurs-Sat, 8; Sun, 7:30. $20-$25, 415.454.2787. The Wooden Duck, 1848 Fourth St, San Rafael (North Bay).

Harlem Duet - Stanford Drama presents Djanet Sears' prelude to Shakespeare's Othello, directed by Sears. Thu-Sat, 8pm. Thru May 24. $5-$15, 650.725.5838. Roble Studio Theater, Roble Gym, 375 Santa Teresa St, Stanford University (The Peninsula).

Into the Woods - Stephen Sondheim's musical mix of Grimm's fairy tales imagines what came after happily ever after. Ending May 18; Thurs-Sat at 8; also Sat-Sun at 2. $14-$30. Sixth Street Playhouse, 52 W Sixth St, Santa Rosa (North Bay), 707.523.4185.

The Learned Ladies - Moliere's witty expose of self-delusions and pseudo-intellectualism packed with zany characters and sumptuous Louis XIV-period costumes. Ending May 17; Thurs-Sat at 8; Sun at 2. $15-$18; Thurs, pay what you can. Pegasus Theater Company, 20347 Hwy 116, Monte Rio (North Bay), 707.522.9043.

Love Person - MTC and National New Play Network present world premiere of Aditi Brennan Kapil's love story combining American Sign Language, English, Sanskrit poetry, erotic emails and naughty text messages. Ending May 18; Wed at 7:30; Thurs-Sat at 8; Sun at 5. $30-$35; Thurs, limited number of pay what you can tickets available. Marin Theatre Company, 397 Miller Ave, Mill Valley (North Bay), 415.388.5208.

A Midsummer Night's Dream - The Stanford Shakespeare Company performs this updated take on the Shakespeare classic. Wed-Sun, 8:30pm (plus 2:30pm Sat). Thru May 18. Free, 818.970.1137. Stanford University, On campus, Stanford University (The Peninsula).

MorningStar - Alva Sound Art Studio presents Nicholas Alva's historical musical about an Occidental ranch in the '60s. Parental discretion advised. Ending May 18; Fri-Sat at 8; Sun at 2:30. $14-$16. Spreckels Performing Arts Center, 5409 Snyder Lane, Rohnert Park (North Bay), 707.588.3400.

The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940 - Novato Theater Company solves the mystery of the stage door slasher in John Bishop's comic whodunit. Through Jun 1, Thurs-Sat at 8; Sun at 3. $10-$20, 415.883.4498. Pacheco Playhouse, 484 Ignacio Blvd, Novato (North Bay).

Oliver! - Stapleton Theatre Company presents musical version of Dicken's story with live orchestra. Ending May 18; Fri-Sat at 7; also Sat-Sun at 2. $12-$22, 415.454.5759. Playhouse, 27 Kensington Rd, San Anselmo (North Bay), 415.258.4640.

Rabbit Hole - North Bay premiere of David Lindsay-Abaire's Pulitzer-winning look at a couple's search for hope after a life-shattering accident. Through Jun 22; Thurs-Sat at 8; also Jun 15 and 22 at 2. $18-$23; Thurs, pay what you can. Sonoma County Repertory Theater, 104 N Main St, Sebastopol (North Bay), 707.823.0177.

They're Playing Our Song - Pacific Alliance Stage Company presents Simon and Hamlisch's musical comedy based on Hamlisch's relationship with lyricist Carol Bayer Sager. Ending May 18; Thurs at 7:30; Fri-Sat at 8; Sun at 2:30. $23-$26. Spreckels Performing Arts Center, 5409 Snyder Lane, Rohnert Park (North Bay), 707.588.3400.

Twelve Angry Men - Broadway West Theatre Company presents this intense courtroom drama. Thu-Sat, 8pm and Sun, 1pm. Thru Jun 14. $15-$22. Broadway West Theater, 4000-B Bay St, Fremont (East Bay), 510.683.9218.

The Wizard of Oz - Mountain Play's annual outdoor production heads down the yellow brick road. Preshow entertainment includes puppet show, music, face painting and costume contests, so dress as favorite character. Free shuttle and bike parking available. Through Jun 15, Sun at 1; also Jun 7 at 1. $26-$70, 415.383.1100. Mountain Theatre, Mt Tamalpais State Park, 801 Panoramic Hwy, Mill Valley (North Bay).

Romeo and Juliet - UCSC Shakespeare To Go troupe performs Shakespeare's immortal love story at Boulder Creek Library's amphitheater. Sat., May 17, 2pm. 831.420.5319. Boulder Creek Library, 13390 W. Park Ave, Boulder Creek (Santa Cruz), 831.420.5319.

The Two & Only - Ventriloquist Jay Johnson presents innovative, multicharacter show for ages eight and up. May 17 at 2 and 7. $30. Napa Valley Opera House, 1030 Main St, Napa (North Bay), 707.226.7372, www.nvoh.org.