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Bask in the footlights... Performing Arts in Orange County
Orange County is home to many other entertaining arts venues where a variety of performances can be enjoyed to suit just about every taste. Here are a few of them:
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Orange County Performing Artscenter
Since its opening in 1986, the Orange County Performing Artscenter has become one of this region's most prominent cultural institutions, well known for both its award-winning architecture and facilities and for the exceptional quality of performances offered there. The Center is more than an elegant, contemporary performance halls; it is also Orange County's largest non-profit performing arts organization, serving the community in myriad ways.
The original venues include the opera house-style 3,000-seat Segerstrom Hall, with its superb acoustics and sightlines, and the more intimate 250-seat Founders Hall, which seats up to 250 people in a variety of settings and configurations. While The Center is the primary presenter in both venues, it also provides a home to four of the county's leading performing arts organizations - its Artistic Partners - Pacific Symphony, the Philharmonic Society of Orange County, Opera Pacific and Pacific Chorale.
The Center's programming is noted for its international caliber and variety. The International Dance Series is unrivaled anywhere in the western United States, and The Center is recognized as one of the nation's premiere venues
for the major ballet companies of the world.
The Center presents an annual Broadway Series. The success of these engagements has made Costa Mesa a required stop for all national Broadway tours. Performances in the Concert Series include today's most celebrated classical chamber ensembles and soloists.
Most of The Center's Jazz Club and the Cabaret Series artists perform in Samueli Theater, which is transformed into a causal nightclub setting. Others perform in the adjacent Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall. Many of the contemporary music world's leading artists have appeared in Costa Mesa, creating seasons that are veritable Who's Who of Grammy and Tony Award-winners.
The Center also offers its Family Series, featuring artists and ensembles that are shared on Fridays and weekends by parents and their children. They provide an ideal introduction to the wonders and magic of theater and music.
The Orange County Performing Artscenter also offers one of the most active and acclaimed arts in education programs in the country. It has received prestigious commendations and awards from the U.S. Department of Education and the Kennedy for the Performing Arts in Washington, DC. A variety of offerings that are designed to enhance existing education programs and to promote the importance of the arts in education and our lives are offered year-round at The Center and in the community.
To learn more about the Orange County Performing Artscenter, visit its website at www.ocpac.org. For programming and ticketing information, also call 714.556.2787.
600 Town Center Drive
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
714-556-2787
Website: www.ocpac.org |
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Segerstrom Center for the Arts
Located adjacent to the Orange County Performing Artscenter, the Segerstrom Center for the Arts is home to the spectacular 2,000-seat Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall and 500-seat Samueli Theater. Internationally acclaimed architect Cesar Pelli designed the structure that also includes an education center, Leatherby’s Café Rouge restaurant and a private donor room, with superb acoustics by Russell Johnson of Artec Consultants.
The hall features a magnificent glass facade curving gracefully across the exterior. As they enter, patrons have a preview of the dramatic, multi-tiered foyer and, once inside, can enjoy a view from all levels to the nearby Orange County Performing Artscenter and its signature sculpture, Fire Bird by noted artist Richard Lippold. The lobby ceiling, finished in silver leaf, soars 80 feet above street level. A beautiful work of architectural jewelry mirrors the hall’s spiral staircase – 300 silver lavalieres suspended in graduated lengths and tipped with individual star-like fixtures.
For more information about Segerstrom Center for the Arts and the Orange County Performing Artscenter, visit www.ocpac.org. For programming and ticketing information, also call 714.556.2787. |
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South Coast Repertory Theatre
For more than 40 years, South Coast Repertory has challenged and entertained theatergoers with exceptional plays commissioned from new and established writers, as well as works drawn from classic and modern theatre repertories. SCR’s Folino Theatre Center houses the 507-seat Segerstrom Stage, the 336-seat Julianne Argyros Stage and the Nicholas Studio.
Founded in 1964 by David Emmes and Martin Benson, who continue to serve as artistic directors, SCR offers a ten-month season, September through June. SCR also presents a variety of outreach and educational programs, including the Theatre for Young Audiences and Their Families.
For information and tickets call: 714.708.5555 Visit SCR online at www.scr.org |
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 Opera Pacific
In just nineteen seasons, Opera Pacific has established itself as one of the top fifteen professional opera companies in the nation. Opera Pacific¹s mainstage productions, extensive community outreach programs, and energetic Guild Alliance combine to create a cultural resource for all of Southern California.
For subscription tickets call: 1 800 34 OPERA
For information call: 714.546.6000
Online at www.operapacific.org |
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 Pacific Chorale
Pacific Chorale has delighted national and international audiences with concerts of great choral music performed at the highest musical standards since 1968. Under the artistic leadership of John Alexander, Pacific Chorale produces a series of concerts each year at the Orange County Performing Artscenter, where it serves as the sole resident choir.
For information: 714.662.2345
Online at www.pacificchorale.org |
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 Pacific Symphony
Pacific Symphony offers a perfect night out for every taste! Programs include great classical masterworks, pops concerts featuring big names in entertainment, chamber music and chamber orchestra series, Saturday morning concerts for children and parents.
For information and tickets call: 714.755.5799
Online at www.pacificsymphony.org |
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 Philharmonic Society of Orange County
The Philharmonic Society presents a full calendar of many of the world's most exciting classical and international artists at the Orange County Performing Artscenter. In addition, the Society¹s ECLECTIC ORANGE FESTIVAL is an annual cavalcade of music, dance, art, theatre and talk that provides an international focus point for the entire Orange County performing arts community.
For information call: 949.553.2422
Online at www.philharmonicsociety.org |
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Camino Real Playhouse
Finding its home in the beautiful and historic city of San Juan Capistrano ... the Camino Real Playhouse is South Orange County's destination for whimsical, gripping and compelling performances. From its annual worldwide playwriting festival ShowOff! to its annual Shakespeare under the Stars performed in Historic Town Center Park next to the Playhouse.
1776 El Camino Real
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
949-489-8082 |
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Curtis Theatre
Offering something for everyone--music, comedy, mystery, holiday fun and more!
1 Civic Center Circle
Brea, CA 92821
714-990-7722 |
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Irvine Barclay Theatre
The on-campus Irvine Barclay Theatre offers dance, theatre, music and educational forums. You'll find world-class touring companies and UCI Claire Trevor School of the Arts performances at the Barclay. The 750-seat auditorium offers a great view of the stage from every seat and the acoustics are outstanding.
4242 Campus Drive
Irvine, CA 92612
949-854-4646 |
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Laguna Playhouse
Founded in 1920, when a group of Laguna Beach citizens met in a living room to establish a local theatre, today the Playhouse is jumping with the finest entertainment.
606 Laguna Canyon Road
Laguna Beach, CA 92652
800-946-5556 |
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Rose Center Theater
The beautiful Rose Center Theater is Westminster’s new state-of-the-trt Theater Complex located on All American Way, right in the heart of Orange County. This elegant 419-seat theater is the perfect venue to showcase a variety of performances including professional theatrical productions, touring shows, dance companies, orchestral concerts, community events and more.
14140 All American Way
Westminster, CA 92683
714-793-1150 |
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The Grove of Anaheim
Built in 1997, the Grove of Anaheim is a 1700-seat facility located adjacent to Anaheim Stadium and owned by the City of Anaheim. The Grove hosts more than 250 events annually including live concerts, comedy, community, corporate and private events.
2200 East Katella Avenue
Anaheim CA 92806
714-712-2700 |
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