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Celebrate Thanksgiving with the Ghoukassian Family

By Greer Wylder

November 26, 2024

The Ghoukassian Family, the restaurateurs behind Bayside Restaurant in Newport Beach, Bistango in Irvine, and Press & Moka Coffeehouse in Irvine, invite you to enjoy a stress-free Thanksgiving with family and friends. Skip the cooking and let their dedicated staff treat you to a festive feast featuring traditional favorites and creative dishes, complemented by live music all evening at both restaurants.Thanksgiving at Bayside Restaurant - Celebrating 25 years of exceptional service!Bayside is giving thanks to its loyal Orange County guests with a special Thanksgiving dinner. Enjoy a chef-curated three-course menu, available from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m., with live music…

Discover Holiday Magic at Sawdust Art Festival’s Winter Fantasy in Laguna Beach

By Greer Wylder

November 22, 2024

This holiday season, immerse yourself in a world of festive charm and artistic wonder at the Sawdust Art Festival’s Winter Fantasy – happening every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from November 22 to December 22, 2024. Set against the backdrop of Laguna Beach’s serene eucalyptus grove, this enchanting event invites art lovers, collectors, and holiday shoppers to explore a variety of unique treasures from over 180 talented artists.From exquisitely crafted ornaments and holiday decor to extraordinary gifts and one-of-a-kind artworks, Winter Fantasy offers a shopping experience that is truly one-of-a-kind.Event Dates: Five magical weekends, from November 22 to December 22, 2024Open…

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‘Shrek the Musical’ Arrives at Segerstrom Center for the Arts for Five Performances Only!

By Greer Wylder

November 20, 2024

The all-new SHREK THE MUSICAL, presented by The Fifth Estate Entertainment/Round Room Live, arrives at Segerstrom Center for the Arts for one weekend only from November 22-24, 2024, at Segerstrom Hall. Audiences will experience a SHREK that feels both familiar and refreshingly reimagined, promising to let everyone “fall in love all ogre again.” Tickets start at $44.07 and can be purchased online at scfta.org, at the box office located at 600 Town Center Drive in Costa Mesa, or by calling (714) 556-2787.This production reunites Tony Award-winning Kimberly Akimbo collaborators Jeanine Tesori (music) and David Lindsay-Abaire (book), who deliver a more intimate…

An Afternoon of Musical Brilliance: Orange County Youth Symphony & String Ensemble Fall Concert

By Greer Wylder

November 20, 2024

The Orange County Youth Symphony and String Ensemble, presented by the Philharmonic Society of Orange County, will perform on Sunday, November 24, at 3 PM at Soka Performing Arts Center. This event showcases the next generation of the community's musical talents, offering an unforgettable journey through time and genres.The program includes Beethoven’s stirring Symphony No. 7, the jazz-inspired flair of Gershwin’s An American in Paris, and the lush, cinematic beauty of Morricone’s Cinema Paradiso theme. This carefully curated selection bridges genres, cultures, and emotions, highlighting the transformative power of music.These young musicians are not just performers but storytellers, channeling their…

Holiday Magic with the LA Master Chorale: Festival of Carols at Musco Center

By Greer Wylder

November 18, 2024

Celebrate the season on Tuesday, December 17, at 7:30 p.m. at Musco Center for the Arts with the Los Angeles Master Chorale’s Festival of Carols. This festive concert features a stunning array of traditional carols from around the world, along with contemporary holiday classics, all performed with the LA Master Chorale’s signature flair and artistry.Enjoy sing-along favorites like “Santa Claus is Coming to Town” and “Rudolf the Red-nosed Reindeer” at this family-friendly event, perfect for ages six and up. Join the community in a joyous celebration of the holiday spirit!Tickets and more information, muscocenter.org.Musco Center for the Arts is located…