Orange County

Weekend roundup

January 9-12

Blue-Man-Group-photo-by-Evan-Zimmerman-for-MurphyMade,-2019
Come see the Blue Man Group at Segerstrom Center for the Arts.

Irvine Half Marathon and 5K, Curry Up Now, Blue Man Group and moreā€¦. Here are the top Orange County weekend events for January 9-12.

Edited by Whitney Lauren Han.

EVENTS

Barryā€™s-Long-Beach-photo-courtesy-Barryā€™s-Long-BeachBarry’s
Now Open. Start the new year off with an immersive and transformative full-body workout experience at Barry’s first Long Beach studio. Workouts combine cardio and strength training workouts into a 50-minute class. This location features an exclusive clothing boutique, carrying Barryā€™s collaborations with high-end workout and athleisure apparel brands. There’s also a separate menā€™s and womenā€™s locker rooms and showers stocked with skin and bath products. 6480 E. Pacific Coast Hwy., Unit D-155, Long Beach, 562.689.7455. barrys.com

 

 

Irvine-Half-Marathon-photo-courtesy-Irvine-Half-MarathonIrvine Half Marathon and 5K
Jan. 11. Previously the Southern California Half Marathon & 5K, the annual race starts at Woodbridge Village. Past the finish line in Mike Ward Park, then enjoy an open festival featuring live music, food and beers from Docent Brewing and Stella Rosa. See website for parking info. Half Marathon at 8 a.m., 5K start at 8:15 a.m. $109 half marathon, $60 5K race. 4520 Barranca Parkway, Irvine. irvinehalf.com

 

 

 

Cultivation-Kitchen-photo-courtesy-Cultivation-KitchenYoga and Mindful Eating 
Jan. 11. Nourish your mind, body and soul at Cultivation Kitchen. A workshop led by holistic coach Ashley Ward consists of a short yoga session, mindfulness eating tips and healthy food. Bring yoga mat and positive vibes, wear comfortable clothes. 3-4 p.m. $40. 350 S. Anaheim Blvd., Anaheim, 714.603.7076. Tickets

 

 

 

FOOD + DRINK

 

Awaken180Ā°-Menu-at-Davio's-photo-courtesy-Kitchen-Table-Marketing-+-PRAwaken180Ā° Menu at Davio’s
Now Available. Davioā€™s Northern Italian Steakhouse has partnered with Awaken180Ā° Weightloss to offer guests healthy meals within the programā€™s dietary guidelines. The program provides users with 80 percent of their daily food. The menu, available at lunch and dinner, offers an array of entree selections, appetizers, salads and even dessert. Irvine Towers, 18420 Von Karman Ave., Irvine, 949.477.4810. davios.com

 

 

 

Curry-Up-Now-photo-courtesy-Curry-Up-NowCurry Up Now
Now Open. The innovative Indian street food concept, founded a decade ago by husband and wife duo Akash and Rana Kapoor, is new at Irvine Spectrum Center. The menu includes traditional dishes and fusion street food and snack offerings including Indian-style street tacos and fried ravioli. Other menu highlights include tikka masala burritos, Naughty Naan, Sexy Fries, thali platters, pani puri, samosas, bhel puri and papdi chaat. Su-Th 11 a.m.-9 p.m., F-Sa 11 a.m.-11 p.m. 922 Spectrum Drive, Irvine, 949.932.0153. curryupnow.com

 

 

Golden Road Brewing at Huntington Beach
Open Now. 
Just a block from the beach on Pacific Coast Highway, Golden Road Brewing has opened its fifth location, featuring a small batch brewhouse, indoor and outdoor patios and 30 rotating taps. As you sip on the freshly brewed beer, enjoy signature menu items like artisanal pizzas with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Plus, if you’re a dog owner, feel free to bring your pooch! Su-Th 11 a.m.-midnight; F-Sa 11 a.m.-2 a.m. 16390 Pacific Coast Hwy., Huntington Beach, 562.588.3880. goldenroad.la

 

 

Noble-Bird-Rotisserie-photo-courtesy-Noble-Bird-RotisserieNoble Bird Rotisserie
Now Open. The new locally owned chef-driven concept is at coastal retail and dining destination 2nd & PCH. Sustainably sourced chickens from Pasturebird are brined for 24 hours before being slow-cooked. They are available in two flavors: a traditional herb version with thyme, sage and lemon; and the G-Chicken, made with Korean chili pepper flakes, citrus, soy and honey. Whole and half-birds available as well as a variety of salads and rotisserie-chicken sandwiches. Su-Th 11 a.m.-10 p.m., F-Sa 11 a.m.-11 p.m. 6460 Pacific Coast Hwy., Suite 125, Long Beach, 562.431.0455. noblebirdrotisserie.com

 

 

Newport-Beach-Restaurant-Week-photo-courtesy-FarmhouseNewport Beach Restaurant Week
Upcoming | Begins Jan. 13. Showcasing Newport Beach as O.C.ā€™s premier dining destination, participating restaurants offer  two- or three-course prix-fixe menus, with lunches starting at $10 and dinners at $20. Through January 26. See website for participating restaurants. dinenb.com

 

 

 

ARTS + CULTURE

One-of-These-Nights-photo-courtesy-Laguna-PlayhouseOne of These Nights
Jan. 9-12. The Eagles tribute band takes the audience on a journey through the legendary rock band’s extraordinary catalog. The show features hits such as ā€œHotel California,ā€ ā€œDesperado,ā€ ā€œLyinā€™ Eyes,ā€ ā€œLife In The Fast Lane,ā€ ā€œTake It Easy,ā€ ā€œAlready Gone” and ā€œOne Of These Nights.” See website for showtimes and prices. 606 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, 949.497.2787. lagunaplayhouse.com

 

 

 

Diane-Schuur-photo-courtesy-Irvine-Barclay-TheatreVocalist Diane Schuur
Jan. 10. Long regarded as one of contemporary jazz’s leading vocalists, two-time Grammy winner Diane Schuur performs at Irvine Barclay Theatre. With a career spanning four decades, she sings treasured standards from the Great American Songbook including songs by her friends Frank Sinatra and Stan Getz. 8 p.m. $40-$100. 4242 Campus Drive, Irvine, 949.854.4646. thebarclay.org

 

 

 

Art-Garfunkel-photo-courtesy-Segerstrom-Center-for-the-ArtsArt of Garfunkel
Jan. 11. See singer Art Garfunkel, who has been described as a ā€œbeautiful countertenorā€ by The New York Times. Garfunkel has made an indelible mark on the music world, both as a solo artist and as one of the unrivaled duo Simon & Garfunkel. 8 p.m. $39+. 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714.556.2787. scfta.org

 

 

 

Blue-Man-Group-photo-by-Evan-Zimmerman-for-MurphyMade,-2019Blue Man Group
Through Jan. 12. Featuring pulsing, original music, custom-made instruments, surprise audience interaction and hilarious absurdity, the Blue Man Group show is a joyful experience that unites audiences of all ages. See website for showtimes. $26+. Segerstrom Center for the Arts, 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714.556.2787. scfta.org

 

 

Photos: Barryā€™s courtesy Barryā€™s Long Beach. Irvine Half Marathon courtesy Irvine Half Marathon. Cultivation Kitchen courtesy Cultivation Kitchen. Davio’s courtesy Kitchen Table Marketing + PR.  Curry Up Now courtesy Curry Up Now. Golden Road Brewing credit Zane Roessell. Noble Bird Rotisserie courtesy Noble Bird Rotisserie. Newport Beach Restaurant Week courtesy Farmhouse. One of These Nights courtesy Laguna Playhouse. Diane Schuur courtesy Irvine Barclay Theatre. Art Garfunkel courtesy Segerstrom Center for the Arts. Blue Man Group, Evan Zimmerman for MurphyMade, 2019.

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