A Tucson Pastorela opens with a celebration at 7:30 p.m., Friday, Dec. 17, and continues through Sunday, Dec. 19. A preview performance takes place at 7:30 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 16. Regular performances take place at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 18; and 2 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 19. Opening night, which includes postres and a meet-and-greet with playwrights and actors: $22 general and seniors; $10.75 students; and $7 for ages 12 and younger. Regular tickets: $19.75 general; $17.75 seniors; $10.75 students; and $7 for ages 12 and younger. Preview: $17 general; $15 seniors; $10.75 students; $7 ages 12 and younger; and $9 for rush tickets one hour before the show, based on availability. Call 882-7406, or visit www.borderlandstheater.org for more information.