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Comedy for a Cause: Bryan Callen Leads Non-Profit Event for Medically Fragile Children

By Greer Wylder

November 04, 2024

The Gray Academy Orange County and The Charlotte & Gwenyth Gray Foundation to Cure Batten Disease welcome the Orange County community and supporters across Southern California to "Comedy for a Cause," a special event featuring comedian Bryan Callen. Join the fun on November 17 at the Irvine Improv, with doors opening at 12:00 PM and the 21+ show starting at 1:00 PM. Tickets are on sale now at improv.com/irvine.This is the second annual holiday kick-off fundraiser supporting children with complex medical needs, including rare neurological disorders. The inaugural event in December 2022, headlined by David Foster and Katharine McPhee at the…

Born in OC: My First Book on Orange County’s Visionaries

By Greer Wylder

November 01, 2024

I'm excited to announce that my debut book, Born in OC: The Artists, Entrepreneurs, and Visionaries of Orange County, California, is now available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and at booksellers nationwide!This 404-page exploration introduces readers to 50 extraordinary individuals whose stories highlight the culture, creativity, and entrepreneurial spirit that define Orange County. From Steve Van Doren of Vans to bestselling author Dean Koontz, each profile showcases how these visionaries have made an impact both locally and globally.Featuring original portraits and a stunning cover designed by my son, graphic designer Matthew Lobdell, Born in OC celebrates the legacy and influence…

Shawn Colvin & KT Tunstall – Together Onstage in Orange County

By Greer Wylder

November 01, 2024

The concert stage at Soka Performing Arts Center will come alive with the combined talents of two of the most acclaimed singer-songwriters of our time, Shawn Colvin and KT Tunstall on Saturday, November 2, 2024, at 8 PM. It promises to be a night to remember, blending the raw, soulful artistry of Colvin and Tunstall for an electrifying musical experience.Shawn Colvin is a multiple GRAMMY® Award-winner with 14 albums to her name. Her entry into the music world was nothing short of remarkable, with her debut album Steady On earning the GRAMMY® Award for Best Contemporary Folk Album in 1989. Over…

Bernadette Peters Opens Pacific Symphony Pops Season Nov. 1-2

By Greer Wylder

October 28, 2024

Legendary Broadway, film, and TV icon Bernadette Peters returns to Pacific Symphony for two unforgettable nights to kick off the 2024-25 Pops Season, led for a second year by Principal Pops Conductor Enrico Lopez-Yañez. With an enchanting mix of show tunes and classics from masters like Rodgers and Hammerstein, Stephen Sondheim, and Jerry Herman, Peters brings a unique magic to live music, showcasing her extraordinary vocal range and unmatched talent. Don’t miss the chance to see the multi-award-winning star on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 1-2, at 8 p.m. at the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall in Costa Mesa. Tickets range…

World-Renowned Pianist Emanuel Ax returns to Soka Performing Arts Center

By Greer Wylder

October 28, 2024

Experience the return of the legendary Emanuel Ax at Soka Performing Arts Center! Renowned worldwide as one of today’s finest pianists, Ax will grace the stage once again for a remarkable performance on Friday, November 1, 2024, at 8 PM. This will mark his fifth appearance at Soka, featuring masterful interpretations of works by Beethoven, Schoenberg, and Schumann.Part of Soka’s esteemed Great Pianists Series, this event offers a rare opportunity to enjoy world-class piano artistry on the West Coast. The series brings together elite pianists in a venue specially designed for solo performances. The acoustics at Soka Performing Arts Center,…