FRONTIERS SUGGESTS: Our top picks for the next 14 days

WED., MAY 7

Love in the Time of Communism

Renowned theater director Philip Himberg brings his vision of the charming Kander and Ebb musical Flora the Red Menace to the UCLA stage. Starring Broadway powerhouses Eden Espinosa (in the role that won Liza Minelli her first Tony Award in 1965!) and Manoel Felciano. Freud Theatre, UCLA. Through May 18. $70. www.reprise.org.

FRI., MAY 9

APLA Phones a Friend

Wide Stance Productions presents two benefit performances of John Trapper's runaway hit Cell Phone Funeral in West Hollywood, with comedian “ANT” and Kristen Key appearing in the 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. shows, respectively. The always wonderful Yen Yen Café will cater the reception in the lobby between the two performances, and all proceeds benefit AIDS Project Los Angeles. The Actor's Playpen. Fri., May 9. 8 p.m. & 10 p.m. $50. 323/960-1056. www.plays411.com.

SAT., MAY 10

Come Out Big

The AIDS Service Center's 11th Annual Big Night Out fundraiser takes the Pasadena area by storm. The opening reception will take place at a Colonial Revival-style estate in Altadena and includes auction prizes such as a seven-day German cruise or a one-week stay in Mexico, with proceeds benefiting the ASC! The night gets really big after the gala, when you make your way to one of the many privately themed dinner parties. Altadena. Sat., May 10. 4:30 p.m. $75-200. 626/441-8495. www.aidsservicecenter.org.

Ten Years and Counting

The Gay and Lesbian Armenian Society of Los Angeles celebrates their 10th anniversary with its annual fundraising gala at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion Music Center. West Hollywood mayor John Duran plans to attend and fraternize with friendly faces while sampling the food, provided by Patina Catering. Dorothy Chandler Pavilion Music Center. Sat., May 10. 8 p.m. $85 members, $95 nonmembers. 310/203-1587. www.galasla.org.

WED., MAY 14

And Bingo Was His Name-O!

Legendary Bingo, L.A.'s longest-running weekly charity event, will be celebrating its 10th anniversary at Hamburger Mary's with guests Michael Urie and Peter Paige, amongst others. The event will benefit “Hot in Hollywood,” an organization that produces a star-studded event each year to benefit the AIDS Healthcare Foundation. Hamburger Mary's, West Hollywood. Wed., May 14. 8 p.m. www.legendarybingo.com.

SAT., MAY 17

Homo Must

Gay Old Time

Long Beach Pride celebrates its 25th anniversary in style! The Silver Anniversary celebration honors our colorful human diversity and spans two days, seven stages showcasing world-class entertainment, and seaside dance venues overlooking the beautiful Pacific! Do not miss the parade featuring a variety of participants and dignitaries from all over the globe! Rainbow Lagoon and Marina Green Park in Shoreline Village. Sat., May 17 and Sun., May 18. 562/987-9191. www.longbeachpride.com.

Stop, Drop, and Roll

Culture commentator Charles Phoenix presents The Moonlight Rollerway Jubilee at Southern California's last classic roller rink, featuring two nights of U.S. champion roller skaters performing in a variety of costumed musical acts. Skate rental and snacks are included, and audience members are encouraged to stay for the After Show All-Skate Party! Moonlight Rollerway, Glendale. Sat., May 17 (8 p.m.) and Sun., May 18 (3 p.m.) $35. 818/241-3630. www.charlesphoenix.com.

MON., MAY 19

Happy Birthday 88's

88's Cabaret celebrates its one-year anniversary. Host Ryan Black showcases the best and the brightest in raw talent, but also runs 88's U, a mentoring program providing music students a platform for their new pieces. Republic Restaurant, 650 N. La Cienega Blvd. Mon., May 19. 8:30 p.m. $15. 310/360-7070. www.myspace.com/eightyeightscabaret.

Compiled by Brian Padgett