ABT’s ‘Giselle’ Returns to Segerstrom Center This Summer

Segerstrom Center for the Arts welcomes the return of American Ballet Theatre’s Giselle this summer, marking the company’s first Orange County summer engagement in more than 15 years. The beloved classic will be performed five times July 24–27, 2025. Tickets are available now at scfta.org.

Staged by Kevin McKenzie with choreography after Jean Coralli, Jules Perrot and Marius Petipa, and set to music by Adolphe Adam, Giselle is a two-act ballet that explores themes of unrequited love, heartbreak, and redemption. The timeless story follows a young peasant girl who falls for a nobleman disguised as a villager. When his betrayal is revealed, Giselle dies of a broken heart—but ultimately returns to save him from supernatural revenge.

American Ballet Theatre’s internationally acclaimed dancers bring the mystery and ethereal beauty of Giselle to life in what The New York Times calls “[ABT’s] best production of a 19th century ballet classic.”

Principal Casting for Giselle

• Thursday, July 24 at 7:30 p.m.
  Hee Seo and Cory Stearns
• Friday, July 25 at 7:30 p.m.
  Christine Shevchenko and Calvin Royal III
• Saturday, July 26 at 2:00 p.m.
  Chloe Misseldine* and Aran Bell
• Saturday, July 26 at 7:30 p.m.
  Devon Teuscher and Joo Won Ahn
• Sunday, July 27 at 1:00 p.m.
  Skylar Brandt and Herman Cornejo

*Debut in role

Tickets start at $55.37 and can be purchased at scfta.org, by phone at (714) 556-2787, or in person at the box office, 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa. Group discounts for 10 or more are available at (714) 755-0236.

Hotel del Coronado Unveils Restored Victorian Building

The iconic Hotel del Coronado has completed the restoration of its legendary Victorian building, marking the final chapter in a $550 million revitalization led by Blackstone Real Estate.

The transformation includes refreshed Victorian guest rooms, updated event spaces—including the historic Crown Room—and the return of the hotel’s original garden courtyard, complete with the recreated Naiad Queen Fountain.

Two new dining destinations also debuted: Veranda, a coastal California concept inspired by the hotel’s original wraparound porch, and Nobu Del Coronado, blending Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s signature cuisine with oceanfront views and modern elegance.

This milestone caps off years of enhancements across the property, from new resort neighborhoods and dining venues to upgraded wellness offerings and event spaces—honoring The Del’s rich past while shaping its future.

Hotel del Coronado is located at 1500 Orange Ave., Coronado, CA 92118. For more information about Hotel del Coronado or to book leisure or business travel, visit hoteldel.com or call (619) 435-6611.

Studio Mediterranean Debuts at Montage Laguna Beach with Reimagined Coastal Dining Experience

Studio, the signature restaurant at Montage Laguna Beach, has reopened as Studio Mediterranean—offering a fresh culinary and design identity inspired by the purity of Mediterranean ingredients and California’s coastal bounty.

Perched cliffside with panoramic views of the Pacific, Studio Mediterranean blends the elegance of fine dining with the relaxed spirit of the seaside. The seasonal menu highlights responsibly sourced seafood from Greece, Spain, Italy and the California coast, along with fresh produce from regional farms such as The Ecology Center in San Juan Capistrano and Sam Cobb Date Farm in Desert Hot Springs.

Leading the kitchen is Executive Chef Dennis Efthymiou, a Greece native whose impressive résumé spans globally acclaimed restaurants including Central in Lima, The Fat Duck in the U.K., and Luce in San Francisco. His passion for Mediterranean cuisine shines through in every detail—from house-made spreads and artisan meats to shareable meze and whole fish fileted tableside.

Summer menu highlights include:

• Edamame Bean Hummus, Garlic Tahini, and house-baked yogurt pita
• Charred Octopus with saganaki sauce
• Tableside Horiatiki Salad with heirloom tomatoes and imported feta
• Coffee Salt Baked Branzino, fileted tableside
• Roasted Chicken with preserved lemon and fresh herb yogurt
• Baklava Ice Cream Sundae with pistachio ice cream and honey caramel

Complementing the cuisine is a refined beverage program led by sommelier Gary Sullivan, spotlighting Greek, European and California wines, along with cocktails that incorporate classic Hellenic flavors. Standouts include the Cyclades Martini with kalamata olive oil and the Odyssey with kumquat-cello and ouzo.

The newly reimagined interiors reflect a sophisticated coastal sensibility, with light wood accents, globe-shaped pendants, plush banquettes and floor-to-ceiling windows framing ocean views. The restaurant layout remains largely unchanged, preserving its open-air terrace and wraparound design. A marble bar and dramatic wine display welcome guests for casual bites or sunset drinks.

Studio Mediterranean also features several private dining spaces, including The Chef’s Table, an exclusive 14-seat experience with views into the kitchen. At the helm of hospitality is General Manager Cecil Kepner, whose previous roles include leadership at Knife Pleat, Otium, and Auberge Resorts.

To mark the grand reopening, Montage Laguna Beach is offering a Culinary Escape package, including upgraded accommodations (based on availability), a $300 Studio Mediterranean dining credit, complimentary valet parking, and a themed amenity. 

The restaurant will begin accepting reservations from the general public on Oct. 10, 2025.