33 Variations
Theatre Baton Rouge 7155 Florida Boulevard, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70806
One of the enduring mysteries of classical music is Beethoven’s Diabelli Variations—thirty-three works all based on a humble waltz—which still has scholars scratching their heads as to the composer’s motivation. This enigma is at the center of Moises Kaufman's 33 Variations—presented by Theatre Baton Rouge and ALS Association Louisiana/Mississippi Chapter—in which a music scholar strives to solve the mystery even as her health and her relationship with her daughter crumble. 7:30 pm Thursday–Saturday; 2 pm Sunday. $25 adults; $19 students. (225) 924-6496 or theatrebr.org.