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Pianist Jean-Yves Thibaudet at Soka Performing Arts Center

By Greer Wylder

March 29, 2023

Amazing performances happen when arts organizations collaborate: two-time Grammy-nominated pianist Jean-Yves Thibaudet returns to Orange County on Sunday, April 2nd in a co-presented performance with Soka Performing Arts Center and Philharmonic Society of Orange County (PSOC). This performance highlights Soka Performing Arts Center’s last concert this season in partnership with PSOC and hints at what is in store for next year.Widely regarded as “the most soulful of players” (Gramophone), Grammy-nominated pianist Jean-Yves Thibaudet possesses a depth and natural charisma that has made him one of today’s most sought-after soloists. The French pianist is celebrated for his musical interpretations of a…

Spanish Tasting With Classical Guitar at Wine Craft

By Greer Wylder

March 22, 2023

On Sunday, March 26 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., Wine Craft in Laguna Beach will be welcoming in spring with a Spanish wine tasting paired with Seafood Paella. We will taste 6 Spanish wines that will undoubtedly be amazing with the amazing Valencia-style Seafood Paella. In addition, classical guitarist, Nick Yrizarry will perform his classical impressions, many of which are Spanish.Vindegour Cava Reserva Brut NatureDominio de Punctum VerdejoQuaderna Via Navarro DO Especial Tempranillo/Cab SauvVinedos Ruiz Jimenez Tempranillo BlancoAranleon Crianza Monastrell/Tempranillo/Cab SauvAmor Amor Tempranillo/Petit VerdotPrice for this tasting is $45RSVP at info@winecraftoc.comWine Craft is at 662 South Coast Hwy in…

South Coast Winery Resort & Spa’s Announces First Two Rhythm on the Vine® Concert Series

By Greer Wylder

March 20, 2023

South Coast Winery Resort & Spa’s Rhythm on the Vine® Concert Series 2023, presented by the award-winning winery and Omega Events, announces the first two concerts of the season’s performance schedule starting with Hunter Hayes as headliner on Thursday, May 4, followed by Gin Blossoms on Saturday, July 29. Rhythm on the Vine® Concert Series 2023 has an exciting schedule of award-winning musicians, singers, and bands to be enjoyed by music fans at South Coast Winery Resort & Spa’s outdoor courtyard. Starting schedule for upcoming Rhythm on the Vine® Concert Series 2023 line-up:Thursday, May 4 – Hunter Hayes. Originally from Louisiana, Hayes is a multi-genre…

2ND & PCH Celebrates St. Patrick’s Day with Irish Entertainment and Special Guests

By Greer Wylder

March 15, 2023

2ND & PCH invites the community to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with friends and family on Friday, March 17th featuring live entertainment on the grand staircase stage. Popular mascot characters will arrive dressed in their St. Patrick’s Day attire to kick off the celebration with a performance at 6:00 pm followed by meet and greets until 7:00 pm. Irish dancers continue the festivities from 6:30 pm to 7:00 pm followed by Sunset Singers’ Devon Davidson performing beloved Irish-inspired tunes from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Devon is joined by her daughter, Raewyn, a gifted singer and a violinist who was recently…

Segerstrom Center for the Arts Presents The Family Series:

By Greer Wylder

March 13, 2023

Segerstrom Center for the Arts presents a family series of shows as part of their 2022/2023 season programming. Included in the series is Ugly Duckling on March 18 and 19. Next is Grimmz Fairy Tales on April 22 and 23. Doctor Kaboom: Look Out! Science is Coming! will close the series on May 6 and 7. Tickets on sale now at scfta.org. Ugly DucklingMeet the most unusual duckling the pond has ever seen! Teased and called Ugly by his siblings, a hero goes on an adventure in search of a place to fit in. Tutti Frutti brings to life Hans Christian Andersen’s well-known tale with…