Critic's picks - theater

November 23, 2008

THEATER

Opening

SKYLIGHT

In David Hare's drama, former lovers reunite after years of separation. Nov. 20-Dec. 14. Merrimack Repertory Theatre, Lowell. 978-654-7596, www.merrimackrep.org

Now playing

THE SEAFARER

Carmel O'Reilly directs a stellar cast in a lively rendition of Conor McPherson's infernally high-stakes card game. Through Dec. 13. Boston Center for the Arts. 617-933-8600, www.bostontheatrescene.com

ROCK 'N' ROLL

Tom Stoppard's intense drama, fueled by revolution and rock, makes its regional debut at Huntington Theatre Company. Through Dec. 13. Boston University Theatre. 617-266-0800, www.huntingtontheatre.org

Last chance

THE OIL THIEF

Joyce Van Dyke fits a love triangle and 450 million years of geological time into a mesmerizing 80 minutes. Through Nov. 23. Boston Playwrights' Theatre. 866-811-4111, www.bostonplaywrights.org

LOUISE KENNEDY

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