Critic's Choice

By Joseph Rozmiarek
Advertiser Theater Critic

"Abie's Irish Rose": This Army Community Theatre Reader's Theatre production of a 1920s play about interfaith marriage is predictable and stock, but also warm and charming. The fate of a nice Jewish boy and a good Irish Catholic girl hangs in the balance. Repeats at 2 p.m. Sunday, Richardson Theatre, Fort Shafter; $6. 438-4480.

"Bat Boy: The Musical":ÊThis satirical cult melodrama based on the tabloid story of a creature that is half boy, half bat provides some stunning visual effects. The cast also sings, dances and plays it straight. Repeats at 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 4 p.m. Sundays, and 7:30 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, through Sept. 28 at Manoa Valley Theatre; $30 general; $5 discounts for seniors and military; $15 for those 25 and younger. 988-6131.

"The Guys": A two-character therapeutic drama written shortly after the fall of the World Trade Center towers. Good performances and warm vignettes fill the story of a writer helping a fire captain eulogize his missing men. Presented by The Actors' Group. Repeats at 7:30 p.m. Thursdays-Saturdays and 4 p.m. Sundays, through Sept. 28 at the Yellow Brick Studio; $10 general, $5 for firefighters. 722-6941.

"Green Eggs and Ham": In a collaboration, Honolulu Symphony musicians and Hawaii Opera Theatre singers join Honolulu Theatre for Youth in staging this Dr. Seuss classic. The result is a treat that the kids will love. With "Gertrude McFuzz." Repeats at 1:30 and 4:30 p.m. Saturday and 1:30 p.m. Sunday, Hawai'i Theatre; for 4 and older; $12 and $24 general, $6 and $12 children and seniors. 839-9885, 528-0506.

"Gypsy": This feel-good musical with a message is a powerful package — plenty to look at and enjoy, excellent leads, wonderful music, and a message worth taking home. An Army Community Theatre revival. Repeats at 7:30 p.m. today and Saturday, Richardson Theatre, Fort Shafter; $14, $17 adults; $8, $10 children under 12. 438-4480, 438-5230.