British solicitor Arthur Kipps (Bill Mears, left) employs an actor (Clifton Grasham-Reeves) to rid himself of a nightmare in “The Woman in Black,” whose Waco Civic Theatre run begins at 7:30 p.m. Friday. James Johnson III directs the mystery, which explores whether there’s a reality behind Kipps’ haunted visions. Tickets cost $15, $10 for senior adults and students. Call 752-4371 for ticket information.