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Segerstrom Center presents Ballet Folklórico de Mexico

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By Greer Wylder
March 28, 2022

Segerstrom Center presents Ballet Folklórico de Mexico founded by Amalia Hernández on Wednesday, March 30 at 8 p.m. in the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall.  Tickets are on sale at scfta.org.  Ballet Folklórico de México brings together the festive music, swirling dance, and vibrant costumes of Mexican folklore from pre-Colombian civilizations through the modern era. The company, composed of 76 talented folk dancers, has developed choreography for 40 ballets and makes its permanent home at the Palacio de Bellas Artes, one of Mexico City’s most historic venues. For over 6 decades, this acclaimed company has thrilled audiences all over the…

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The JDRF SoCal One Night Extravaganza Online Bidding Starts Tomorrow

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By Greer Wylder
March 28, 2022

The JDRF One Night Extravaganza will be celebrated on April 2 at the iconic Union Station in Los Angeles. There will be no long speeches, no tables of 10 in a ballroom, and no formal dinner. Instead, the evening’s short program will focus on the meaningful work we all do for the type 1 diabetes community. And, the Silent Auction Opens Tuesday at 10 a.m.!Register to Bid Now!Be part of the silent and live auction, raffles, and Fund A Cure whether you’re in person or at home!Staying at home?Register here to bid on the silent auction, purchase raffle tickets, and support Fund…

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Girls Inc. of Orange County - College Shower 2022!

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By Greer Wylder
March 25, 2022

Need an excuse to shop? We've got a great one for you! 100 high school seniors in Girls Inc. of Orange County's College Bound program are getting ready to graduate and go to college -- they need school supplies, dorm room essentials, and more...and you can help!Girls Inc. of OC is now accepting donations for its annual College Shower Event celebrating the graduates of its College Bound program and preparing them for a successful first year of college. Most of girls will be first-generation college students.Ready to shop? We thought so! Visit their Amazon Wish List here today:All items purchased from the…

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10-Time Tony Award Winning Best Musical The Band’s Visit at Segerstrom Center

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By Greer Wylder
March 25, 2022

Segerstrom Center for the Arts presents THE BAND’S VISIT, featuring music and lyrics by Tony® and Drama Desk Award®-winner David Yazbek.  It will play at Segerstrom Hall now through April 3, 2022.The Band's Visit is one of four musicals in Broadway history to win the unofficial "Big Six" Tony Awards®, which include Best Musical, Best Book, Best Score, Best Actor in a Musical, Best Actress in a Musical, and Best Direction of a Musical.THE BAND’S VISIT tells a joyful, offbeat story of a band of musicians who arrive in a town way off the beaten path. Under the spell of the desert sky,…

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Empty Bowls Food, Wine + Hope Fundraiser by South County Outreach

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By Greer Wylder
March 18, 2022

Taste and sip to end hunger and house hope with South County Outreach at the organization’s signature fundraising event - Empty Bowls. Join South County Outreach at the new Segerstrom Shelby Event Center on Thursday, April 7 for an event designed to raise awareness of hunger in Orange County and to raise critical funds for programs that feed and house thousands in need. On Thursday, April 7 starting at 6 p.m., locally renowned chefs will treat attendees to an evening of tastings and fundraising with the goal of providing pantry essentials to those experiencing food insecurity. In addition to enjoying a delectable dinner, delicious…

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