Hamlet: Sept. 17-Oct. 3. Something is rotten in the state of Denmark! Shakespeare’s timeless tragedy comes to live for ages 12+. Scottish Rite Children’s Theatre, 207 West 18th St. www.srct.org, 472-5436
Into the Woods: Through Sept. 17. This play tells the story of a Baker and his Wife who journey into the woods on a quest to lift a witch’s curse. On the way, they cross paths with Little Red Riding Hood, Rapunzel, Jack and the Beanstalk, Cinderella and a menagerie of other fairy tale characters. $20 adults, $12 students, $10 kids younger than 10. The City Theatre. 3823 Airport Blvd. 524-2870 or info@citytheatreaustin.org