Hymn

Odyssey Theatre Ensemble and Lower Depth Theatre join forces to present the West Coast premiere of a life-affirming new play by Olivier Award-winning playwright Lolita Chakrabarti (Life of Pi, Hamnet). Two middle-aged Black men form a deep bond against a background of R&B rhythms, boxing, and rounds of scotch in this soulful play about love, faith and male friendship. Odyssey Theatre, 2055 S. Sepulveda Blvd., West Los Angeles, 90025; $20-$43; (310) 477-2055; OdysseyTheatre.com. May 1 – June 14 • Fridays at 8 p.m. • Saturdays at 8 p.m. • Sundays at 3 p.m. • Wednesday at 8 p.m.: May 27 ONLY