‘The Murder Room' a comedic satire of British murder mysteries staged by the Gainesville Community Playhouse Previews at 8 tonight, opens Friday and runs 8 pm Wednesdays through Saturdays, 2 pm Sundays through Feb. 6 at the Vam York Theater, 4039 NW 16th Blvd.

Tickets: $16, $8 for students with ID beginning 30 minutes before showtime if available; all seats $5 for tonight's preview Info: 376-4949 or www.gcoplayhouse.org