Bay Area Playwrights Festival

Twelve readings and events over two weekends, Thursday, July 13- July 23. Tickets $20 in advance, $25 at door; three-day flex pass $50, VIP all-access pass $90. Custom Made Theatre, 533 Sutter St., second floor., S.F. (415) 626-2176. www.playwrightsfoundation.org.