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California Dreamin’: Jessica Vosk Sings the Songwriters of Laurel Canyon

Segerstrom Center for the Arts 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA, United States

Broadway sensation Jessica Vosk (Wicked, Fiddler on the Roof) returns to Segerstrom for a performance inspired by California songwriters of the 1960s and ‘70s such as The Mamas & the Papas, David Crosby and Linda Ronstadt, to name a few.

Catherine Russell

Segerstrom Center for the Arts 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA, United States

Catherine Russell, a Grammy Award-winning jazz singer, is celebrated for her exceptional vocal techniques and her interpretations of blues and early jazz pieces. Born into a distinguished jazz lineage, she is the daughter of Luis Russell, who served as Louis Armstrong's musical director, and Carline Ray, a multifaceted musician known for her work with the […]

Ain’t Too ProudAin’t Too Proud: The Life and Times of the Temptations

Segerstrom Center for the Arts 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA, United States

"Ain't Too Proud" is a riveting Broadway musical chronicling The Temptations' rise from Detroit streets to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Known for their iconic dances and harmonies, they amassed 42 Top Ten hits, with 14 at number one. Garnering 12 Tony® nominations and winning Best Choreography in 2019, the show depicts the […]

A Raisin in the Sun

South Coast Repertory 655 Town Center Drive, PO Box 2197, Costa Mesa, CA 92628-2197, Costa Mesa, CA, United States

This pivotal drama reshaped American theatre, tackling barriers head-on. The Youngers, a Black family, grapple with how to allocate their father's insurance payout: starting a business, funding Beneatha's medical studies, or relocating to a white suburb? Lauded by the New York Times for its authenticity and intensity, the play echoes Langston Hughes' "Harlem," probing the […]

Alexander Malofeev, Piano

Segerstrom Center for the Arts 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA, United States

Critically acclaimed pianist Alexander Malofeev, the young “Russian genius” (Corriere della Sera) who came to international prominence when he won the International Tchaikovsky Competition for Young Musicians in 2014, makes his Orange County debut.

Miho Hazama and M_Unit

Segerstrom Center for the Arts 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA, United States

Grammy-nominated Miho Hazama, celebrated in Downbeat's "25 for the Future", is among the standout composers/arrangers of her era. Originating from Tokyo, Hazama blends her classical training and jazz piano skills with a distinctive voice in composition. Experience her and her jazz orchestra's unique fusion of big band jazz, modern classical, and pop at their Center […]

Theotime Langlois De Swarte and Le Consort

Segerstrom Center for the Arts 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA, United States

Le Consort, co-led by Justin Taylor and Théotime Langlois de Swarte, revitalizes 17th and 18th-century chamber music with vibrant interpretations. The ensemble, featuring two violins, a cello, and a harpsichord, is celebrated for its dynamic performances of works by composers like Corelli and Vivaldi. Langlois de Swarte, a standout violinist, has garnered acclaim for his […]

Rotterdam

Wayward Artist 125 N. Broadway, Santa Ana, CA, United States

The Wayward Artist presents the Olivier-Award winning play by Jon Brittain. This modern-day love story follows Alice, who finds the courage to tell her parents that she is gay but before she can hit send, her girlfriend reveals that she has always identified as a man and now wants to start living as one. At […]

American Railroad: Silkroad Ensemble with Rhiannon Giddens

Soka Performing Arts 1 University Drive, Aliso Viejo, CA, United States

Silkroad's latest project, American Railroad, highlights the contributions of African American, Chinese, Irish, and Native American communities in building the Transcontinental Railroad and shaping America's Westward Expansion. It draws parallels between the railroad's role in spreading diverse cultures across North America and the historical Silk Road's impact in connecting China, the Far East, and Europe.

Forbidden Broadway: The Next Generation

Segerstrom Center for the Arts 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA, United States

The Tony® Award-winning 'FORBIDDEN BROADWAY' by Gerard Alessandrini returns due to popular demand, featuring an all-new edition that has impressed critics. The New York Times hailed it as a 'Critics Pick' and praised it as 'The Best Edition of Forbidden Broadway in recent memory!' Additionally, NY1 commended the show, stating, 'Seeing Forbidden Broadway feels like […]

As We Speak: Béla Fleck, Zakir Hussain, Edgar Meyer, Feat. Rakesh Chaurasia

Soka Performing Arts 1 University Drive, Aliso Viejo, CA, United States

Béla Fleck, Zakir Hussain, and Edgar Meyer, virtuosos in their respective fields of bluegrass, Indian classical, and Western classical music, unite in their latest collaboration, 'As We Speak'. Known for their improvisational skills, they effortlessly bridge diverse musical genres. This project highlights their extraordinary versatility, seamlessly blending the intricate rhythms of Indian music, the soulful […]

A Christmas Carol

Segerstrom Center for the Arts 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA, United States

Orange County's beloved holiday tradition lives on with this timeless production of Dickens' classic. Experience the journey from Scrooge's initial 'Bah humbug' to the festive 'Wassail,' all designed to reignite your holiday spirit. Meet iconic characters like Tiny Tim, the Cratchits, the Fezziwigs, the Ghosts of Christmas, and the unforgettable Ebenezer Scrooge, played by SCR […]

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