A Valentine’s Night Inside the Films of Tim Burton and Danny Elfman

Pacific Symphony presents “Danny Elfman’s Music from the Films of Tim Burton” on Feb. 13 and 14 at Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, just in time for Valentine’s Day. The theatrical concert experience invites audiences into the imaginative, slightly twisted worlds shaped by filmmaker Tim Burton and composer Danny Elfman, celebrating one of cinema’s most enduring creative partnerships. With Elfman’s instantly recognizable scores front and center, the evening blends fantasy, romance and whimsy in a way that feels both cinematic and completely at home on the concert stage.

Led by conductor Sarah Hicks, the orchestra is joined by violinist Sandy Cameron and the California State University, Fullerton University Singers. Together, they pull listeners deep into Elfman’s imaginative soundscape, one inspired by old Hollywood, circus flair, gothic romance and sweeping late Romantic traditions. The concert is part of the Pacific Symphony Pops series and takes place Feb. 13 and 14 at Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall.

Paired with visuals, the program features music from films including Batman, Big Fish, Beetlejuice, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Tim Burton’s Corpse Bride and The Nightmare Before Christmas. Drawn from Elfman’s original scores and arranged into lush orchestral suites, the music captures his signature mix of gothic beauty, mischievous humor and emotional depth.

Cameron, widely regarded as one of the leading interpreters of Elfman’s music, brings a dramatic and expressive presence to the stage. Her soaring violin solos add emotional weight to some of the composer’s most lyrical moments, including music from Edward Scissorhands.

The CSUF University Singers add another layer of drama and texture, underscoring Pacific Symphony’s ongoing collaboration with local arts and education partners. Their voices heighten the emotional pull of the performance while spotlighting rising local talent.

Together, orchestra, soloist, singers and visuals create a richly theatrical evening where fantasy, nostalgia and storytelling meet. It is a Pops concert that speaks to film lovers, symphony fans and anyone drawn to the beautifully offbeat worlds that have defined Burton and Elfman’s work for decades.

Tickets start at $61 and are available at PacificSymphony.org or by calling the box office at 714-755-5799. The concerts are underwritten by the Sharon J. and Thomas E. Malloy Family, with additional support from Avenue of the Arts Costa Mesa, The Park Club, PBS SoCal and K-EARTH 101.

Cozy Earth Presidents Day Sale Brings Big Savings and New Toile Pajamas

Cozy Earth has become one of those brands people return to again and again for the home, for gifting and for everyday comfort. From sheets and comforters to pajamas, robes and bath essentials, the collection is designed to make daily routines feel just a little more elevated and thoughtful. Presidents Day weekend is a smart moment to refresh favorite pieces or pick up gifts that are always well received.

Cozy Earth’s Presidents Day sale runs Feb. 14 to 17. In-store shoppers receive 20% off all purchases and 25 percent off orders of $200 or more. And, online enjoy an exclusive 25% discount using code GREEROC 2/14 to 2/17. 

Among the most requested Cozy Earth favorites are the Bamboo Sheet Set, Comforter Collection, Bamboo Duvet Cover, Women’s Classic Pajama Set, Cuddle Blanket Collection, Luxe Bath Collection and robes.

The brand’s best-selling Bamboo Stretch-Knit Pajamas in toile are also expanding with two new colorways, Black Toile and Melon Toile. The new print is available in long-sleeve sets, short-sleeve sets, mix-and-match pieces and the Bamboo Stretch-Knit Sleep Dress.

The toile collection is available in Cozy Earth stores, giving shoppers the chance to feel the fabrics in person.

Cozy Earth California Locations

Corona del Mar
3600 East Coast Hwy in Corona del Mar.

Brentwood 

256 26th St., Suite 101 in Santa Monica.

San Diego
12925 El Camino Real, Suite J1 in San Diego.

OCVIBE Unveils Six New Bar and Lounge Concepts Coming to Katella Commons

OCVIBE, the 100-acre mixed-use development taking shape around Honda Center in Anaheim, has announced six original bar and lounge concepts set to open inside Katella Commons, the district’s newly named, 50,000-square-foot, two-story market hall, when it debuts in early 2027.

Located at the heart of OCVIBE, just below The Weave office building, Katella Commons will feature 21 chef-driven kitchens alongside beverage-forward concepts and connect directly to the district’s central plaza and surrounding entertainment venues. The design positions the market hall as an everyday gathering place for both locals and visitors.

The new bar and lounge lineup signals a shift for Anaheim, long associated with its brewery scene. These concepts expand the city’s social landscape with craft cocktails and mocktails, curated wine programs, and late-night lounge settings, creating new ways to gather, unwind, and experience nightlife.

The bar and lounge concepts coming to Katella Commons include:

Bar Bacchia, a moody tasting bar inspired by wine caves and ancient rituals, with a focus on amaro-forward cocktails, curated wines, and intimate pop-up tastings. 

Vesper Lounge offers a calm, refined cocktail experience influenced by Japanese and Scandinavian design, with an emphasis on gin, martinis, spritzes, and botanical spirits. 

Barrel Bar is a modern European cafe-style concept designed to move easily from day to night, serving spritzes, classic cocktails, beer, wine, and globally inspired small plates. 

Rea’s Ranch brings a relaxed, beer-garden-style setting with California desert character, featuring draft beers, natural wines, and daytime coffee service in an open, porch-style environment.

Two additional concepts round out the lineup. One will serve as a central gathering space at the social heart of Katella Commons, wrapped in greenery and offering cocktails, frozen drinks, and modern classics. The other draws on late 1970s glamour and early 1980s maximalism in a bold, pavilion-style setting with visually striking cocktails and a lively, high-energy atmosphere.

Together, the six concepts establish Katella Commons as a day-to-night destination and the social heartbeat of OCVIBE, with each venue offering a distinct setting, from intimate tasting rooms to high-energy cocktail lounges.

In keeping with OCVIBE’s focus on a chef-driven experience, acclaimed Chef Rémi Lauvand has been tapped to lend his culinary perspective to the development of Katella Commons and its overall food and beverage program.

Image courtesy OCVIBE