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American Ballet Theatre’s ‘Like Water For Chocolate’ at Segerstrom Center for the Arts

By Greer Wylder

March 20, 2023

Segerstrom Center for the Arts presents the North American Premiere of Christopher Wheeldon’s latest ballet Like Water for Chocolate from American Ballet Theatre for six performances from Wednesday, March 29 through Sunday, April 2. Center audiences will be the first in the country to experience this magical Mexican love story with the stellar dancers of ABT translating this richly layered story. Single tickets for American Ballet Theatre’s Like Water for Chocolate start at $29 and are available online at SCFTA.org, at the Box Office at 600 Town Center Drive in Costa Mesa, or by calling (714) 556-2787. For inquiries about group ticket discounts for 10 or…

Forget About Lunchables! Kids Learn About Healthy Eating Choices at Northgate Market

By Greer Wylder

March 15, 2023

March is National Nutrition Month and Northgate Market and its partners Avocados from Mexico and Kellogg’s believe it is never too early to learn about good eating habits and the importance of physical exercise. This annual program is hosted at the grocery stores and is part of its community program, Viva La Salud.Elementary school children took a field trip this morning to their neighborhood Northgate Market for a one-hour healthy tour that includes Avocado bingo led by a registered dietician, yoga poses as different fruits, while having fun stomping their feet and chanting “Eat Smart, Play Hard!” and much more!Kids…

Segerstrom Center for the Arts Presents The Family Series:

By Greer Wylder

March 13, 2023

Segerstrom Center for the Arts presents a family series of shows as part of their 2022/2023 season programming. Included in the series is Ugly Duckling on March 18 and 19. Next is Grimmz Fairy Tales on April 22 and 23. Doctor Kaboom: Look Out! Science is Coming! will close the series on May 6 and 7. Tickets on sale now at scfta.org. Ugly DucklingMeet the most unusual duckling the pond has ever seen! Teased and called Ugly by his siblings, a hero goes on an adventure in search of a place to fit in. Tutti Frutti brings to life Hans Christian Andersen’s well-known tale with…

41st Annual California Cool Art Auction, Benefit & Bash

By Greer Wylder

March 03, 2023

Join Laguna Art Museum for an unforgettable night during a signature auction and benefit as they celebrate 41 years of connecting artists, collectors, and the community. The museum’s largest fundraiser of the year has been reimagined to offer the preeminent California Cool experience, with a creative California-inspired culinary and cocktail experience, a special performance by musical guest and Laguna local, Grammy-nominated, Lee Rocker of the Stray Cats, an artistic photo opportunity on the red carpet with photographer Tony Pinto and the chance to meet many of California’s most notable artists supporting the museum and participating in the auction. For those who cannot…

9 to 5, The Musical at Musical Theatre West

By Greer Wylder

February 15, 2023

Musical Theatre West (MTW)’s production of 9 to 5, The Musical debuted in Long Beach, this last weekend with three performances, including a dazzling Dollywood red-carpet event for the official opening night. The peppy, powerful performance had audiences laughing, clapping, and cheering for the leading ladies, and earned standing ovations all weekend long. There are only seven more chances to see this bright, fun, satirical show. Enjoy a night of catchy classics that take on “the man” with the three audience-favorite leading ladies, including an ASL-interpreted performance on Friday, February 17 at 8 pm. Students with any valid school ID can…