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Choucroute, an Alsatian fall feast returns to Marché Moderne

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By Greer Wylder
October 17, 2019

It’s that time of year again — Marché Moderne’s rendition of the traditional Alsatian fall feast known as Choucroute returns for four evenings, Tues, Oct. 22; Wed. Oct. 23, Thurs. Oct. 24, and   Friday, Oct. 25! It's one of Chef Florent’s most beloved annual dinner series, with an extra evening of porcine-decadence added this year (they sold out last year so they added an extra evening to cover the bases). The dinner series will celebrate le porc (from head to toe) in various preparations, from pork belly confit and braised pork cheeks to Saucisse Fume and Crispy Pig's Ears & Feet, along…

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A Night of Magic! at Magical Theatre Orange County

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By Greer Wylder
October 16, 2019

A Night of Magic! FOUR incredibly talented magicians straight from the Magic Castle will be at the Musical Theatre Orange County on October 19 at 7:15 p.m.  It’s an evening full of illusions and prestidigitation (magic) from Chris Tarr, Nate Javier, Jeromy Chan and Eric the Red. General Admission is $30, VIP at $45 (includes front row reserved seat plus one beverage.) Purchase tickets at mtoc.org. MTOC Studio is at 1961 E. Miraloma Ave. Unit D in Placentia.

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Taimane Elemental Tour

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By Greer Wylder
October 16, 2019

Taimane, a sensation in her native Hawaii and now a rising world music star, makes her Musco Center for the Arts debut on Sunday, October 20, at 4 p.m. Her Taimane - Elemental Tour brings the ukulele virtuoso and hypnotic vocalist to Orange County for one night only.  Joined by her backing quartet and dancer, Hawaii's '2019 Favorite Entertainer of the Year' transports her audience to a modern Polynesian paradise through seductive singing and phenomenal ukulele playing that incorporates styles from traditional to "shredding." Accompanying her are classical guitarist Ramiro Marziani, percussionist Jonathan Heraux, violinist Baethoven who also sings background vocals, and the Polynesian dancer Liʻo.…

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New Zealand’s Black Grace

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By Greer Wylder
October 15, 2019

As part of its 15th season, the Laguna Dance Festival will present Black Grace, a critically-acclaimed dance company from New Zealand that draws from Maori and Pacific Islander dance, modern, and hip-hop. Set for Sunday, Nov. 10 at 6 p.m., the evening will take the form of a dance lecture and demonstration in Bridge Hall at Neighborhood Church in Laguna Beach. Viewers will have the opportunity to watch the company in a rehearsal environment. The meanings of some movements will be described, as well as themes behind the selected repertoire. Audience members will attend a reception and be invited to ask…

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Musical Theatre Cabaret

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By Greer Wylder
October 15, 2019

Saddleback College’s Department of Theatre Arts presents an evening of contemporary musical theatre performances, including solos, a trio ensemble and a group number on Friday, Oct. 18 at 6 p.m. Come enjoy favorites from Bonnie and Clyde, Sister Act, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, 9 to 5 and other popular musicals. Admission is FREE! Learn more about studying Musical Theatre and Vocal Music at Saddleback College. 2800 Marguerite Parkway in Mission Viejo. 949.582.4500.

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