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Archive for December, 2013

John O’Hurley Stars as Billy Flynn in Chicago at SCFTA

Posted on December 30, 2013 | 4:06pm

From scene-stealing supporting roles on Seinfeld, game show and dog show host, voice actor, musician and Dancing With the Stars contestant to name a few, John O’Hurley has been many things over his long and diverse career.

O’Hurley will call Costa Mesa home from January 28-February 2 as he stars in Chicago the Musical in the lead role of Billy Flynn at Segerstrom Center for the Arts.  This won’t be the first time he has starred as Flynn.  In 2005, O’Hurley took on the role for the Broadway and national tour productions of Chicago.

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Evita at Segerstrom Center for the Arts

Posted on December 12, 2013 | 3:48pm

One of the most beloved Broadway musicals of all time, Evita, returns to Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa.  The Tony® Award winning show by Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber tells the incredible true story of Eva Perón and her rise from the underprivileged streets of Argentina to the presidential mansion as the first lady.

Evita by © Richard Termine

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Holiday Gift Trends at South Coast Plaza

Posted on December 11, 2013 | 2:27pm

All of the major shopping days – Black Friday, Shop Small Saturday and Cyber Monday may have come and gone, but there is still plenty of time for holiday shopping.  Don’t procrastinate and wait until Christmas Eve to scramble around, looking for last-minute gifts.  If you have a fashion lover on your gift list, South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa is the place to shop for all of this season’s holiday gift trends.

SCP Gift Guide

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Holiday Events in Costa Mesa

Posted on December 10, 2013 | 10:24am

The holiday season can come and go in a blur.  Between friends, family, shopping and everything else that revolves around the holidays, it’s difficult to find the time to actually enjoy them.

Holiday events can be some of the best parts of the holiday season.  It’s fun to gather with friends and family for festive celebrations.  There are several great events in Costa Mesa between now and Christmas, many of which are free to attend.  Get the most out of the season by enjoying some of these festive events in the City of the Arts.

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Maker’s Marketplace at Creative Outlet Studios

Posted on December 9, 2013 | 11:11am

The first annual Maker’s Marketplace at Creative Outlet Studios provided a unique opportunity for guests to shop handmade for the holidays with a curated selection of local artisans, craftspeople and vendors.

Makers Marketplace

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