L.A. theater openings, Aug. 3-10: ‘Meet & Greet’ and more

Four actresses have a “Meet & Greet� at Theatre Asylum’s Elephant Space, the Geffen Playhouse gets gussied up with Neil LaBute’s “Reasons to Be Pretty,� and “Time Stands Still� in Donald Margulies’ drama at San Pedro’s Little Fish Theatre.

Eclectic Voices Festival Readings of new works by company members. Eclectic Company Theatre, 5312 Laurel Canyon Blvd., Valley Village. Sun.; next Sun., 2 p.m.; Mon.-Tue., 8 p.m.; ends Aug. 12. Free. (818) 508-3003.

Meet & Greet One-act comedy about four actresses vying for the same part in a new sitcom. The Elephant Space, 6322 Santa Monica Blvd., L.A. Sun., next Sun., 4 p.m.; Fri.-Sat., 8 p.m.; ends Sept. 21. $20-$30. (323) 962-1632.

It Happened in Roswell Workshop production of a new sci-fi musical comedy. NoHo Arts Center, 11136 Magnolia Blvd., North Hollywood. Sun.-Mon., next Sun., 8 p.m.; ends Aug. 25. $20. (818) 506-8500.

The Sheena Metal Experience The radio personality celebrates her 20th anniversary in L.A. with a live broadcast featuring special guests who include Corey Feldman and Judy Tenuta. Hollywood Improv, 8162 Melrose Ave., Hollywood. Sun., 9 p.m. $10. (323) 651-2583.

The Lady’s Not for Burning Staged reading of Christopher Fry’s classic comedy set in 15th century England. A Noise Within, 3352 E. Foothill Blvd., Pasadena. Mon., 7 p.m. Free. (626) 356-3100.

Reasons to Be Pretty A man’s offhanded comment about his girlfriend leads to relationship complications in Neil LaBute’s comedy; with Nick Gehlfuss, Shawn Hatosy, Amber Tamblyn and Alicia Witt. Gil Cates Theater at the Geffen Playhouse, 10886 Le Conte Ave., Westwood. Wed.-Fri., 8 p.m.; Sat., 3 p.m., 8 p.m.; next Sun., 2 p.m., 7 p.m.; ends Aug. 31. $39-$79. (310) 208-5454.

Super Gay Asian Cabaret Comedy and music showcase starring Kevin Yee and J. Elaine Marcos. NoHo Arts Center, 11136 Magnolia Blvd., North Hollywood. Wed., 8:30 p.m.; ends Aug. 27. $15. (818) 506-8500.

New Original Works Festival The annual showcase for locally created works concludes with performances by John fleck and Ate9 dance company. REDCAT, 631 W. 2nd St., L.A. Thu.-Sat., 8:30 p.m.; ends Aug. 9. $16-$20. (213) 237-2800.

The Cherry Orchard Russian aristocrats face the loss of their family’s estate in this Chekhov classic. Pacific Resident Theatre, 703 Venice Blvd., Venice. Fri.-Sat., 8 p.m.; next Sun., 3 p.m.; ends Sept. 21. $25-$30. (310) 822-8392.

One in the Chamber Marja-Lewis Ryan’s drama about a family torn apart by gun violence. Lounge Theatre, 6201 Santa Monica Blvd., Hollywood. Fri.-Sat., 8 p.m.; next Sun., 7 p.m.; ends Sept. 7. $25. (324) 960-7724.

Time Stands Still A photojournalist and her reporter boyfriend settle into domestic life stateside following stints in Iraq in Donald Margulies’ drama. Little Fish Theatre, 777 Centre St., San Pedro. Fri.-Sat., 8 p.m.; ends Sept. 6. $22 and up. (310) 512-6030.

Peter Pan South Coast Rep’s Summer Players stage the classic musical based on J.M. Barrie’s children’s book. South Coast Repertory, Julianne Argyros Stage, 655 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa. Sat.-next Sun., 1 p.m., 5 p.m.; ends Aug. 17. $13, $16. (714) 708-5555.

Global Taxi Driver Workshop performance of a new show based on the stories of taxi drivers from around the world. David Henry Hwang Theater, 120 N. Judge John Aiso St., L.A. Sat., 2 p.m. $20 suggested donation; $5 minimum. (310) 998-8765.