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STAR DUST: From Bach to Bowie Complexions Contemporary Ballet

By Greer Wylder

April 25, 2022

STAR DUST: From Bach to BowieComplexions Contemporary BalletFriday, April 29, 2022, at 8 p.m.Presented by Irvine Barclay TheatreCombining intriguing choreography with stunning athleticism, Complexions Contemporary Ballet is “a matchless American dance company” (Philadelphia Inquirer). Featured on the hit TV show So You Think You Can Dance, Complexions revitalizes the art of movement through a groundbreaking mix of styles, seamlessly fusing ballet, contemporary, jazz, and hip-hop.STAR DUST: From Bach to Bowie showcases two exhilarating dance pieces inspired by musical masters. Bach 25, set to the music of Johann Sebastian and Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach, is an exploration of love and alliances,…

Discovery Day at the Centennial Farm, April 14 & April 27

By Greer Wylder

April 13, 2022

Discovery Days at Centennial Farm are open to the public and perfect for group visits. Docents are on hand to answer questions during your self-guided tours and there will be extra activities to help students learn about agriculture.Open 9 a.m.-noon Thursday, April 14, and Tuesday, April 27 Free admission and parking See the complete list of dates and reserve your spot at ocfair.com/discoverydayYou can also visit the three-acre working farm, which features seasonal crops, farm animals, and knowledgeable staff daily from Monday-Friday, 1-4 p.m.; Saturday & Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Centennial Farm is on the south side of the property More info: Visit ocfair.com/centennialfarm88 Fair Drive in Costa…

Spring Has Sprung on the Julianne and George Argyros Plaza

By Greer Wylder

April 08, 2022

Spring is here and so are upcoming free events on the Julianne and George Argyros Plaza at Segerstrom Center. This spring will feature a variety of fun and familiar favorites, and brand new events including Tuesday Night Dance: K-pop (April 12, 19 & 26), Garden Party on the Plaza (April 23), Tuesday Night Dance: Bollywood (May 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31), and Plaza Prom (May 28). Every Tuesday in April and May they’ll bring back fan-favorite Tuesday Night Dance on the plaza. Tuesday Night Dance is fun, upbeat, and designed for all ages and abilities—all are welcome, no dance experience…

Segerstrom Center presents Ballet Folklórico de Mexico

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…

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

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,…