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‘Shrek the Musical’ Arrives at Segerstrom Center for the Arts for Five Performances Only!

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By Greer Wylder
November 20, 2024

The all-new SHREK THE MUSICAL, presented by The Fifth Estate Entertainment/Round Room Live, arrives at Segerstrom Center for the Arts for one weekend only from November 22-24, 2024, at Segerstrom Hall. Audiences will experience a SHREK that feels both familiar and refreshingly reimagined, promising to let everyone “fall in love all ogre again.” Tickets start at $44.07 and can be purchased online at scfta.org, at the box office located at 600 Town Center Drive in Costa Mesa, or by calling (714) 556-2787.This production reunites Tony Award-winning Kimberly Akimbo collaborators Jeanine Tesori (music) and David Lindsay-Abaire (book), who deliver a more intimate…

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An Afternoon of Musical Brilliance: Orange County Youth Symphony & String Ensemble Fall Concert

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By Greer Wylder
November 20, 2024

The Orange County Youth Symphony and String Ensemble, presented by the Philharmonic Society of Orange County, will perform on Sunday, November 24, at 3 PM at Soka Performing Arts Center. This event showcases the next generation of the community's musical talents, offering an unforgettable journey through time and genres.The program includes Beethoven’s stirring Symphony No. 7, the jazz-inspired flair of Gershwin’s An American in Paris, and the lush, cinematic beauty of Morricone’s Cinema Paradiso theme. This carefully curated selection bridges genres, cultures, and emotions, highlighting the transformative power of music.These young musicians are not just performers but storytellers, channeling their…

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Kick Off the Holidays at VEA Newport Beach’s Festive Celebrations!

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By Greer Wylder
November 18, 2024

VEA Newport Beach invites you to celebrate the season in style! Join the 3rd Annual Holiday Tree Lighting on Thursday, November 21st, at 5:30 p.m. for a heartwarming evening filled with hot cocoa, sweet treats, live entertainment, and magical Santa sightings! Bring the family for a cozy, festive night that’s open to both resort guests and the local community. With no reservations required and complimentary valet parking, it's a holiday event you won’t want to miss.For those 21 and over, VEA’s Holiday Hideout returns on Friday, November 15th! This chic, winter wonderland lounge puts a seasonal twist on a classic speakeasy,…

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Bubbles & Bites: A Sparkling Evening with Laurent-Perrier at Gelson’s Irvine

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By Greer Wylder
November 16, 2024

Join Gelson’s Market in Irvine and the celebrated champagne house, Laurent-Perrier, for a sparkling evening of “Bubbles and Bites” at Gelson’s Irvine Wine Bar on November 21 from 6 PM to 8 PM. Enjoy a four-course culinary experience crafted by Gelson’s Executive Chef Tony Dang, with each dish thoughtfully paired with Laurent-Perrier’s finest champagnes.Menu HighlightsFirst Course: Grilled Sriracha Shrimp Skewers, Gelson’s Prosciutto, and Brillat Savarin Triple Cream Cheese, paired with La Cuvée Brut NVSecond Course: Antipasto Brochette Skewer and Toro Crudo, paired with Cuvée Rosé Brut NVThird Course: Lobster Salad and Cashew Chicken Skewers, paired with Blanc de Blanc NatureFourth…

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Puesto Debuts New Cozy Dishes Just in Time for the Holidays

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By Greer Wylder
November 15, 2024

As the weather cools, Puesto brings fresh warmth to its award-winning Mexico City-inspired menu with new, comforting dishes. Now available on the all-day menu, each dish has been crafted with a focus on rich flavor and perfect balance:Chicken Mole Enchilada – Oaxacan-style mole negro, tender chicken, onion, queso fresco, and chile-almond crunch.Pollo Asado Taco – Grilled chicken with asada seasoning, hot honey, guacamole, asada pico, and queso fresco on a handmade, organic blue corn tortilla.Crab & Shrimp Flautas – Lump crab, Mexican shrimp, green onion, cabbage slaw, avocado salsa, and chile oil.Pumpkin Spiced Chocoflan – Dulce de leche, chocolate cake,…

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