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wednesday
april 12
Cats People have spent more to see this musical than they have E.T. and Jurassic Park combined. Of course, it takes a lot of catnip to keep the cast purring. And worldwide, more than 40 companies have performed Cats. At seven years, this Cats IV Tour holds the record of being the longest, continually touring musical in theatrical history. In all this time, only two tour babies have been born. Perhaps these performers work too hard; perhaps their efforts are not in vain. Judge for yourself. Andrew Lloyd Webber's megahit saunters to town this week with its tail held high. 8 p.m. Through April 16, with matinees April 15-16. Jones Hall, 615 Louisiana, 629-3700. $32 and $38.