Mississippi Bend Players: Beginner's Luck

The Mississippi Bend Players will present the world premiere of the comedy "Beginner's Luck" by P.J. Lasker, a writer for TV's "Golden Girls" and "Barney Miller."

The show centers around an aging child actor dealing with the loss of fame. Dropped by his agent, arguing with his ex-wife, and mourning the loss of his confidence, Harold copes through hilarious conversations with himself.

Performance schedule: 7:30 p.m. Aug. 3, 4, 10, 11; and 2 p.m. Aug. 5, 12.