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Holidays Around the World at Segerstrom Center for the Arts

By Greer Wylder

December 06, 2023

In 2017, Holidays Around the World was conceived with the vision of transforming Segerstrom Center for the Arts into a captivating holiday destination, a place where all seasonal celebrations could come to life. This cherished event offers families in Orange County a wonderful opportunity to come together and embrace the diverse holiday traditions of various ethnicities and nationalities, all at no cost.The Julianne and George Argyros Plaza undergoes a magical transformation on Sunday, December 10 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., turning into a breathtaking winter wonderland. Here, attendees can relish a myriad of performances by local music acts and…

Soka Welcomes Seong-Jin Cho & Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center

By Greer Wylder

December 04, 2023

This December in Orange County, renowned pianist Seong-Jin Cho, acclaimed by the Washington Post for having "the musical potential to take his place alongside the greats of the past," and the esteemed Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center (CMS), celebrated by the Star Tribune as "One of the world’s most distinguished chamber ensembles," are set to deliver mesmerizing performances. Presented jointly by the Philharmonic Society of Orange County and Soka Performing Arts Center, these concerts are scheduled for December 5 and December 9, 2023, at the Soka Performing Arts Center. Audiences can anticipate Seong-Jin Cho's interpretations of pieces by Mozart, Ravel,…

The Grinch is Coming to Steal Christmas in Costa Mesa

By Greer Wylder

November 27, 2023

Segerstrom Center for the Arts is thrilled to bring you the magical production of Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical, gracing the stage of Segerstrom Hall for nine captivating performances from December 19th to 24th, 2023, as part of the 2023/2024 Broadway season. Praised by The New York Times as "100 times better than any bedtime story," this timeless holiday musical promises to enchant both young and old alike. With its delightful and whimsical retelling of a beloved holiday tale, it's bound to fill Segerstrom Hall with joy and the spirit of Christmas, making every heart grow…

Balboa Bay Resort’s Tree Lighting

By Greer Wylder

November 27, 2023

Join the Balboa Bay Resort's Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony on Wednesday, November 29, from 6-7 p.m. This festive extravaganza is open to the public and includes a live performance by the Orange County School of the Arts featuring Frosty, Rudolph, and Santa. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis.The Balboa Bay Resort is at 1221 West Coast Hwy, Newport Beach.

Winter Fest OC Brings More Holiday Magic Than Ever

By Greer Wylder

November 27, 2023

Winter Fest OC, the largest winter festival in Southern California, is making a grand return to Costa Mesa now through January 7th (on select dates), offering an abundance of winter-themed fun for everyone. The event magically transforms the OC Fair & Event Center into a captivating winter wonderland, featuring exclusive attractions such as an outdoor ice skating trail, an exhilarating ice tubing slide, and an authentic snow play area filled with enchanting delights. From free play zones to snowball fights, sledding for the little ones, and a captivating snow carousel, Winter Fest OC promises a unique winter experience.Winter Fest OC…