Performing arts

“Peter Pan.” A new musical version of the tale of the boy who refused to grow up. Through Aug. 26. Serenbe Playhouse at the Mado Hideaway at Serenbe, 770-463-1110, www.serenbeplayhouse.com.

“Newsies.” Aurora Theatre kicks off its 23rd season with the Tony Awardwinning “Newsies,” based on the 1992 Disney film inspired by the New York City newsboy strike of 1899. Through Sept. 2. $30-$65; Tuesday matinees, $20. Aurora Theatre, 197 W. Crogan St., Lawrenceville. 678-226-6222, www. auroratheatre.com.

Essential Theatre Play Festival: “Woke.” Avery Sharpe’s tale of two friends from different backgrounds who are trying to navigate the rocky transition from high school to college. Through Aug. 26. $23-$25. West End Performing Arts Center, 945 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd. www.essentialtheatre.com.

“The Book of Will.” Shakespeare’s legacy depends on a group of friends who scramble to keep the Bard’s true words from fading into obscurity following his death. A play by Lauren Gunderson. Through Sept. 9. $20.50$45. Theatrical Outfit, Balzer Theater at Herren’s, 84 Luckie St. NW, Atlanta. www.theatricaloutfit.org.

“Of Mice and Men.” Newnan Theatre Company presents the John Steinbeck classic. Through Aug. 26. $10-$17. 24 First Ave., Newnan. 770-683-6282, www.newnantheatre.org. “Nunsense.” Through Sept. 1. $25; $40 for dinner and show. Marietta Theatre Company at the Lyric Studio on the Square, 12 Powder Springs St., Marietta. mariettatheatre.com. Comedy & Cocktails in the Den with Damon Sumner. 8 p.m. Aug. 29. $20. City Winery, 675 Ponce de Leon Ave. N.E., Atlanta. www.citywinery.com/ atlanta.

Cirque du Soleil. Aug. 29-Sept. 2. $43-$139. Infinite Energy Arena. www. infiniteenergycenter.com.