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Newport Beach Film Festival’s Closing Night Centerpiece: ‘Music by John Williams’

By Greer Wylder

October 21, 2024

On Thursday, October 24, the Newport Beach Film Festival will present the closing night screening of Music by John Williams as its Centerpiece Documentary, starting at 8:15 p.m. at Big Newport 5.In attendance will be producer Frank Marshall, who will be honored with the Festival’s Arts Champion Award, and director Laurent Bouzereau, who will receive the Artist of Distinction Award for Outstanding Achievement in Documentary Filmmaking.Celebrating its 25th year, the Newport Beach Film Festival runs from October 17-24, 2024. Music by John Williams offers an in-depth look at the career of legendary composer John Williams, 92, whose music has defined…

Autumn Music Fest in Costa Mesa

By Greer Wylder

October 15, 2024

Celebrate the essence of fall at the Autumn Music Fest, a magical gathering of live music, delicious food, and vibrant pop-up vendors at The CAMP in Costa Mesa on Saturday, October 19th from 4:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. This event promises an evening filled with music, creativity, and community.Enjoy live performances from talented local bands, including The Lemonsharks and The Sweetwater Station, bringing an eclectic mix of folk, rock, and indie tunes to elevate the mood. Whether dancing on the grass or simply swaying to the rhythm, the festival is all about enjoying the music and living in the moment.Come…

Grand Reopening of Lido Theater: A Celebration of Art Deco Glamour with a Free Sugar Ray Concert

By Greer Wylder

October 02, 2024

The iconic Lido Theater in Newport Beach is set to reopen on Saturday, Oct. 5, with an exciting celebration from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. The day will feature tours, a DJ, silent movies, food, a ribbon-cutting ceremony, and will culminate with a live performance by Newport Beach natives, Sugar Ray, at 7 p.m.Originally opened in 1939, the Lido Theater is one of Southern California’s oldest single-screen theaters. After a meticulous five-year restoration by owner Fritz Duda Company, the theater now blends modern entertainment amenities with classic Art Deco design from Hollywood's Golden Age.Newport Beach native, movie producer, and director…

Pacific Airshow Huntington Beach 2024: Aerial Thrills and New Beachside Action

By Greer Wylder

September 30, 2024

Pacific Airshow Huntington Beach, taking place from October 4 to October 6, 2024, will showcase a thrilling lineup of the world’s top military and civilian aviation performers at the nation’s largest airshow by attendance. This year introduces exciting new elements, bringing the action closer to the spectators than ever before.Don't miss iconic performances from world-famous military teams, including the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds, F-22 Raptor Demo Team, A-10 Demo Team, and U.S. Marine Corps MV-22 Osprey Demo. Civilian performers such as the Ace Maker T-33 will also make an appearance. New additions to the show include the SOCOM Para-Commandos, Dawn…

An Evening of Musical Masterpieces: Rachmaninoff, Beethoven & More

By Greer Wylder

September 27, 2024

Experience an extraordinary night of music with the Pacific Symphony! From September 26–28, 2024, at the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, the evening begins with Ticheli’s Shooting Stars, setting the tone with vibrant energy. Next, Ravel’s Alborada del gracioso transports listeners to the spirited world of Spain. Pianist Claire Huangci, winner of the 2018 Geza Anda Competition, will dazzle with her performance of Rachmaninoff’s Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini. The night concludes with Beethoven’s iconic Seventh Symphony, hailed by the composer as “one of my best works,” all masterfully conducted by Music Director Carl St.Clair.The musical journey runs from…