On Thursday at 8 p.m. at John’s Auditorium, Hampden-Sydney College’s Fine Arts Department is sponsoring a performance of Charles Ludlam’s “The Mystery of Irma Vep” directed by Shirley Kagan, Elliott Professor of Theater. Performances will run Friday, Oct. 23, Thursday, Oct. 29 and Friday, Oct. 30. Attendees are encouraged to wear costumes. The program is free and open to the public. For information, call (434) 223-6266.