Children of Light

Rick Foster’s updating of the Elektra myth is a tale of pride, scorn and twisted family ties that lead to murder. Under the direction of Janis Stevens, who also plays Klytemnestra in some performances, Elektra (Brittaleigha Baskerville) convinces her brother Orestes (Jimmy Bulaya) to kill their mother and avenge their father. F, Sa 8 pm, Su 2pm. Through 6/14. $15-$20. California Stage, 2509 R Street; (916) 451-5822; www.calstage.org.