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Einhorn’s “Voices of Light / The Passion of Joan of Arc” - An Unforgettable Cinematic Experience

By Greer Wylder

September 29, 2023

Mark your calendars for October 7th, as Pacific Chorale presents an awe-inspiring cinematic event: "Voices of Light / The Passion of Joan of Arc." This remarkable performance features Richard Einhorn's acclaimed 1994 oratorio, creatively synchronized with the legendary 1928 silent film masterpiece by director Carl Dreyer, "The Passion of Joan of Arc."Einhorn's mesmerizing composition scored for orchestra, chorus, and soloists, weaves a haunting tapestry that complements Dreyer's restored cinematic marvel. Once believed lost, the film's single surviving print was fortuitously discovered in a Norwegian mental institution in 1981, and has since been digitally restored to its original brilliance. Based on…

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Segerstrom Center Unveils 2023-2024 Season: Dance, Headliners, & Conversations

By Greer Wylder

September 26, 2023

Segerstrom Center for the Arts is delighted to announce an extraordinary lineup of captivating dance performances, mesmerizing headliner shows, and engaging conversations that will leave audiences inspired and enthralled. Returning by popular demand, these series genres offer an immersive experience through season ticket subscriptions. Featuring a mix of beloved favorites and exciting new productions, the upcoming engagements promise unforgettable moments for audiences of all ages.The Dance series continues on November 4th and 5th, 2023, Turn It Out with Tiler Peck will take the stage. Vanity Fair hails Tiler Peck as "The most magical dancer of our time." As the principal…

The Jazz Club at Samueli Theater

By Greer Wylder

September 15, 2023

Segerstrom Center for the Arts' Jazz Club at Samueli Theater is poised to bring the electrifying and intimate atmosphere of jazz to life, featuring an impressive lineup of Grammy Award-winning jazz artists for the upcoming fall season.Among the luminaries gracing the stage are Terence Blanchard, a five-time Grammy winner and the recently crowned National Endowment for the Arts Jazz Master for 2024, who will perform alongside Turtle Island on September 23. Following this, on September 30, the remarkable Grammy-winning singer Catherine Russell takes center stage. On October 28, the spotlight shifts to the Grammy-nominated composer and rising star, Miho Hazama,…

The Pacific Wine & Food Classic on September 30

By Greer Wylder

September 13, 2023

Experience the fifth annual culinary celebration, the 2023 Pacific Wine & Food Classic, as it unites an impressive lineup of acclaimed chefs, restaurants, and wineries for a delightful tasting event. On Saturday, September 30th, at the picturesque Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort, guests are cordially invited to relish gourmet cuisine, fine wines, and refreshing libations of the highest quality.The event begins with a welcome cocktail crafted by Licor 43 upon entry. Within the expansive open-air venue, attendees can explore offerings from the San Luis Obispo Coast Wine Collective and food by Newport Coast Catering and Sweetgreens. The experience encompasses 100 premium…

The Winery Taste of Hawaii at MAUI STRONG Fundraiser

By Greer Wylder

September 11, 2023

The Winery Restaurant & Wine Bar is hosting "MAUI STRONG," a fundraising event on Sunday, September 17, at its Newport Beach waterfront location. The event aims to support the Maui Strong Fund, organized by the Hawai’i Community Foundation. This fund is dedicated to providing relief through local aid groups responding to community needs.Guests can participate in two segments:"Maui Strong Tasting Event" from 2-5 p.m., priced at $150 per guest. This segment offers the chance to savor the flavors of Maui, including Hawaiian spirits like Koloa Rum, Pau Maui Vodka, and Meili Vodka, as well as beverages from Kona Brewing Company,…