Set during World War II, this play focusing on the importance of family, survival, and acceptance was especially timely when it was published just as the United States was entering the Gulf War in 1991. Considered to be Neil Simon’s best work, this Pulitzer Prize–winning dramedy will have you in turns laughing and thinking.

Murrells Inlet Community Theatre, 4450 Murrells Inlet Rd. Friday, 8pm; Saturday, 2 & 8pm; Sunday, 2pm. $10. (843)651-4152, www.mictheatre.com