33 Variations

Th, F, Sa 8pm. Through 4/11. $10-$18. Big Idea Theatre, 1616 Del Paso Blvd.; (916) 960-3036; www.bigideatheatre.org.
Rated 5.0

Moises Kaufman's play about a musicologist looking for the source of Beethoven's obsession with a minor waltz receives an outstanding production at Big Idea Theatre. Directed by Benjamin T. Ismail, Ruby Sketchley plays the professor and Scott Divine is the maestro himself. Fantastic production values and excellent performances make this a show that ought not be missed. K.M.