Michelle Dorrance is “the most exciting and original choreographer in tap today" (The New York Times). Dorrance Dance is the award-winning tap dance company founded in 2011 by Artistic Director and MacArthur Genius Michelle Dorrance. Dorrance Dance has an unconquerable respect for the complex history and powerful legacy of this uniquely American art form, while […]
Once and forever, Gloria Gaynor remains the reigning queen of disco! 45 years beyond her anthem “I Will Survive,” and she has, and is stronger than ever. Hear the two-time Grammy winner sing her hottest hits in a full symphonic treatment from Pacific Symphony. This concert has so much energy, the legs on your seats […]
After 47 years of performing as a group, Emerson String Quartet launches their farewell tour to commemorate their music and time spent together as an internationally acclaimed ensemble. Our audiences have looked forward to their concerts time and time again, and for their final concert here, these four performers are closing out their time performing […]
You Can’t Stop the Beat! Hairspray, Broadway’s Tony Award-winning musical comedy phenomenon is back on tour! Join 16-year-old Tracy Turnblad in 1960’s Baltimore as she sets out to dance her way onto TV’s most popular show. Can a girl with big dreams (and even bigger hair) change the world? Featuring the beloved score of hit […]
A lecherous Duke, who lives to take his pleasure. His twisted court jester, who lives to take his revenge. Carl St.Clair conducts this season’s semi-staged opera production: Verdi’s Rigoletto, the composer’s masterpiece of duplicity and deception. A full theatrical experience in the splendor of the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall. PROGRAM Doors open at […]
Special Guest Mykal Kilgore You know and love this contemporary composer, director, orchestrator, and lyricist, and we’re thrilled to welcome Jason Robert Brown to Samueli Theater for his Segerstrom Center debut! As a composer, his notable works include The Bridges of Madison County, The Last Five Years, Honeymoon in Vegas, and Parade. Brown won three Tony Awards […]
The extraordinary celebrity of the pianists Katia and Marielle Labèque... immersing themselves in an increasingly youthful repertoire. —The Guardian Formed in 2018, Dream House Quartet fuses decades of musical mastery of classical and contemporary forms, featuring the luminaries Katia and Marielle Labèque on dueling pianos along with acclaimed composer-guitarists Bryce Dessner (The National) and David […]
Jenn, Michelle and Joey look back at the summer of 1972, when their Korean American family piled into the Buick for an All-American road trip—spontaneously orchestrated by their father. From Milwaukee to Los Angeles and back again, they hit the open plains, stocked with kimchi, banchan and lemon drops, rickety Coleman camper in tow. But […]
Meet Roya, our fabulous hostess, as she welcomes you into her home to celebrate Nowruz, the Iranian New Year. She’s preparing a feast, but the main attraction is Roya sharing her great American journey from Tehran to “Tehran-geles,” California. Get ready for the time of your life with this hilarious and deeply personal tribute to […]
Violin virtuoso Leila Josefowicz plays Thomas Adès’ "Concentric Paths" Violin Concerto, and one of the most sought-after young conductors, Elim Chan, leads the LA Phil in Tchaikovsky's popular Fifth Symphony as well as the Orange County premiere of a new work by the talented Clarice Assad.
Inspired by the charm and beauty of Italy, each work on this program reveals a different perspective on the “Bel Paese” (“beautiful county”). Stravinsky and Musgrave both provide expressive, poetic and lyrical story-telling based on colorful commedia dell’arte characters. Tchaikovsky was based in Rome when he wrote his Piano Trio in A minor, which he […]
May 5-6. Since their first live production of classic rock music with orchestra in 1995, Windborne Productions, Inc. have gone on to create several memorable tribute shows. The Music of the Rolling Stones features Mick Adams on lead vocals. Pacific Symphony, backed by a full rock band, presents “The Music of the Rolling Stones.” A […]
May 6. Dance and sing to iconic hits from ABBA, including “Mamma Mia,” “S.O.S,” “Money, Money, Money,” “The Winner Takes It All,” “Waterloo,” “Gimme, Gimme, Gimme,” and “Dancing Queen.” Starts 7:30 p.m.
May 11-13. A three-part celebration starting with the music that defined the Roaring Twenties. First, listen to music of the era in the concert hall, such as George Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue and An American in Paris. Then, foxtrot on the Plaza to the JT & Friends band, and finally, enjoy the landmark 1927 silent […]
May 12-14. The LA Dance Project, founded by Benjamin Millepied, works to inspire, create, educate and change perspectives through the accessible and transformative power of dance in Los Angeles and around the world. Time varies, check website.
May 14. The joy of George Gershwin will fill the concert hall as Carl St. Clair explores those fascinating rhythms, including Rhapsody in Blue, An American in Paris and other works from the Jazz Age. Who could ask for anything more? Starts at 3 p.m.
May 16-21. There’s never been a better time to experience Chicago, Broadway’s razzle-dazzle smash. This triumphant hit musical is the recipient of six Tony Awards, two Olivier Awards, a Grammy, thousands of standing ovations and now the #1 longest-running American Musical in Broadway history. Times vary per date.
Pacific Chorale proudly presents Price’s rediscovered Abraham Lincoln Walks at Midnight, alongside Joseph Haydn’s stirring and majestic Nelson Mass. Starts at 5 p.m.
ANGELICA SCHUYLER IN THE ORIGINAL BROADWAY CAST OF HAMILTON Renée Elise Goldsberry graced The Good Wife and One Life to Live on television. Broadway cheered her in Rent, The Color Purple and Hamilton, and gave her a Tony and a Grammy. Hear her golden voice fill Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall in a collection of showstoppers as only she can sing them. […]
The much-awaited OC Parks Summer Concert Series and Sunset Cinema film series is back, presented by the County of Orange and OC Parks. Embrace the enchantment of summer evenings at your beloved regional parks, where you can relish in complimentary concerts and captivating movie screenings, all in a delightful, family-friendly ambiance. The June film lineup […]
From Tudor Queens to Pop Princesses, the SIX wives of Henry VIII take the mic to remix five hundred years of historical heartbreak into an exuberant celebration of 21st century girl power! Times vary per show.
Miserere by Renaissance composer Gregorio Allegri was so popular the Vatican forbade it to be published. Pacific Chorale director Robert Istad conducts the Miserere, then Carl St. Clair leads Richard Strauss’ transcendent tone poem followed by the world premiere of Fiat Lux by Scotland’s Sir James MacMillan. June 15, 2023, 8:00 pm June 16, 2023, […]
Two-time Tony Award winner and Broadway's "last leading man" (New York Times) performs a medley of contemporary music as well as fan favorites from the American songbook and Broadway for one-night-only.
Veronica Swift has garnered an impressive repertoire whilst still being relatively early in her professional career, and now, she’s returning to the Center with more of her incredible music.
Unfolding an unparalleled comeback narrative, this fresh musical chronicles the life of a woman who audaciously shattered the barriers of racism, sexism, and ageism, ultimately earning the title of the global Queen of Rock n' Roll. TINA – The Tina Turner Musical is a tribute to resilience and a testament to victory against all odds. […]
After a three-year break, Dariush made a grand return to the esteemed Segerstrom Hall in Orange County. Accompanied by a team of skilled musicians, 'The Legend' delivered unforgettable hits and classics from his illustrious career, promising an evening that attendees would cherish for years to come.
This uproarious musical comedy charts the journey of two unlikely missionaries dispatched to a distant land to share their message. Having garnered packed audiences in London, Broadway, and throughout North America, The Book of Mormon has established itself as a global phenomenon. Be advised, it contains strong language.
Seasoned instructor/choreographer Dev returns to the Julianne and George Argyros Plaza with a brand-new series of line dances for a night of upbeat fun designed for all ages and abilities.
Co-presented by American Dance Movement, the Segerstrom Center for the Performing Arts comes together as a community on the Argyros Plaza for the sixth annual National Dance Day. The American Dance Movement’s mission is to build healthy communities through dance.
The Sound of Music Chapter of The Guilds of the Center is thrilled to present a special benefit performance featuring the talented Marleena Barber, a member of their community. Marleena will captivate the audience with her critically acclaimed one-woman cabaret show, detailing her experiences growing up with Albinism, which caused legal blindness. The narrative explores […]
Complexions was founded by Master Choreographer Dwight Rhoden and the legendary Desmond Richardson with a singular approach to reinventing dance through a groundbreaking mix of methods, styles and cultures. With a breathtaking mix of dance styles and athletic intensity, Complexions represents one of the most recognized, diverse, inclusive, and respected performing arts brands in the […]
Cameron Mackintosh presents Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg's Tony Award-winning musical, "Les Misérables," which remains one of the world's most beloved musicals. Celebrated as a modern rendition of a timeless classic, this production has garnered praise for its contemporary staging and powerful storytelling. Set in 19th century France, the narrative revolves around themes of love, […]
Grammy Award-winning artist Eighth Blackbird opens for Pacific Symphony’s Opening Night is anchored by Strauss’s A Hero’s Life.
Grammy Award-winning artist Eighth Blackbird opens for Pacific Symphony’s Opening Night is anchored by Strauss’s A Hero’s Life.
The Grammy-winning trumpeter and the Grammy-winning string quartet pay tribute to the legendary composer and saxophonist Wayne Shorter.
Music Director Carl St. Clair guides audiences through one of Strauss’s most ambitious compositions depicting the hero’s journey.
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, 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 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 […]
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 […]
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.
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Broadway stars are coming together to celebrate the life and career of the beloved singer and actress Olivia Newton-John! Thursday, Jan. 117:30 PM Friday, Jan. 127:30 PM Saturday, Jan. 137:30 PM Samueli Theater, 615 Town Center Dr., Costa Mesa
Guest conductor Matthew Halls leads the Pacific Symphony and violinist Paul Huang in Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto, a masterpiece of emotion. Concert Timings: January 11, 2024, 8:00 pm January 12, 2024, 8:00 pm January 13, 2024, 8:00 pm Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, 600 Town Center Dr., Costa Mesa.
