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Bistango Unveils Art Exhibit
04.06.17
Bistango in Irvine doubles as an art gallery at its quarterly exhibit unveiling on Saturday, April 8 from 3 – 5 p.m. Top local artists including photographer Tom Lamb, sculptors Jayne Reich and Steven Lustig, and mixed media artist Mia Tavonatti will be on hand to meet with art aficionados as Curated by Antoinette Sullivan of Studio Gallery, the new works are by an acclaimed cast including Ellen Rose, Mel Andrews, Rene Romero, Steven Lustig, Melody Allen and Suzie Vuong. Space is limited and RSVP’s are encouraged by emailing info@bistango.com.
Bistango, celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, was voted as one of OC’s “best places to buy original art” by readers of the Orange County Register. Its parent company, Dining As Art, is dedicated to all forms of expression from fine art to the culinary arts.
In addition to its 400-bottle wine list, Bistango offers an extensive list of classic and specialty cocktails and craft beers. Its outdoor patio, Bistango Gardens is distinguished by mature trees, plants and flowers that lend natural intimacy and an enormous circular fountain that serves as its centerpiece.
The restaurant serves lunch and dinner weekdays and dinner-only Saturdays. Live entertainment can be enjoyed each evening in its lounge, and it’s one of the few places in Orange County for dancing.
Bistango is at The Atrium at 19100 Von Karman Ave. in Irvine. 949.752.5222.
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Beethoven Reigns Supreme at Segerstrom Center
04.06.17
Beethoven's beautiful works will the theme of the show, when pianist Wu Han, violinist Philip Setzer and cellist David Finckel return to Segerstrom Center for the Arts on Saturday, April 8 in Samueli Theater for a special two-concert series performing the maestro’s complete six piano trios. The program follows Beethoven’s life and career chronologically, allowing listeners to explore the composer’s emotional and musical evolution.
The first concert takes place at 4 p.m., and will include: Trio in E-flat Major, Opus 1 No. 1; Trio in G Major, Opus 1 No. 2 and Trio in C minor, Opus 1 No. 3. The second concert takes place at 8 p.m., and will include: Trio in D Major, Opus 70, No. 1 “Ghost;” Trio in E-flat Major, Opus 70, No. 2; Trio in B-flat Major, Opus 97 “Archduke.”
Single tickets for each concert start at $29 and are available now online at SCFTA.org, at the Box Office at 600 Town Center Drive in Costa Mesa or by calling 714.556.2787. There is a 25% discount for tickets at the $79 level when purchasing tickets to both concerts. Ticket holders are invited to attend the Preview Talk led by Dr. Byron Adams held at 3:30 p.m. for the 4 p.m. performance and 7:30 p.m. for the 8 p.m. performance.
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