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Segerstrom Center’s 11th Annual Disney Musicals in Schools Student Share Celebration

By Greer Wylder

March 10, 2025

Segerstrom Center for the Arts is gearing up for its 11th Annual Disney Musicals in Schools Student Share Celebration on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall. This event showcases the incredible journey of students from Brookhurst Elementary, Dr. CC Violet Elementary, Evans Elementary, and Wood Canyon Elementary as they bring Disney classics to life with excerpts from The Lion King KIDS, The Jungle Book KIDS, and Aladdin KIDS.Since September 2024, students have immersed themselves in storytelling, music, and choreography, building confidence, teamwork, and communication skills. The celebration will be hosted by Disneyland Resort Ambassador…

The Musicians of Bremen Live! Premieres at Segerstrom Center for the Arts

By Greer Wylder

February 02, 2025

On February 8, 2025, Segerstrom Center for the Arts will host the world premiere of The Musicians of Bremen Live!, a vibrant new family production inspired by Grimm’s Fairy Tale. This co-production between Segerstrom Center and Cahoots NI, the acclaimed Northern Irish theater company known for creating captivating productions for children and families, brings a fresh take on a timeless story.Set in the American Southwest, The Musicians of Bremen Live! follows four animals on an epic journey across the desert as they pursue their dream of becoming a famous musical band. The story celebrates imagination, adventure, and the power of…

Twyla Tharp 60th Anniversary at Segerstrom Center for the Arts

By Greer Wylder

January 31, 2025

Segerstrom Center for the Arts presents two performances on February 15 and 16 celebrating the 60th anniversary of Twyla Tharp, one of the greatest choreographers of our time. Twyla Tharp’s ability to merge music and movement into works of startling originality and beauty has cemented her legacy, and this program reaffirms her place as one of the great artists of our era.The performances feature two remarkable pieces:Twyla Tharp is the first and only choreographer to take on Beethoven’s Diabelli Variations, a composition known for its complexity and wit. Each section of the score—distinct in mood and texture—is met with Tharp’s…

Pacific Symphony Rings in the Year of the Snake with a Spectacular Lunar New Year Celebration

By Greer Wylder

January 29, 2025

Pacific Symphony’s annual Lunar New Year concert, a beloved tradition and a consistently sold-out event, returns on Saturday, February 1, at 8 p.m. at the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall. This grand celebration honors the rich traditions of Asian cultures with dynamic dance performances, captivating vocals, and a stunning fusion of Eastern and Western instrumentation. Led by Music Director Carl St.Clair, the concert unites over 200 community performers alongside world-class guest artists for an unforgettable night of music and culture.This year’s program features Bei Bei Monter, a renowned guzheng musician, performing alongside young talents from the Lotus Bud Guzheng Academy.…

Ring in the Year of the Snake with Festive Fun at The District Tustin!

By Greer Wylder

January 22, 2025

Celebrate the “Year of the Snake” at The District Tustin’s Lunar New Year Celebration on Saturday, January 25th, from 12 - 2 p.m. Enjoy free family excitement including lion dance performances, local kids’ Chinese musical performances and family crafts and activities. In the spirit of the holiday, the first 500 families will receive a red envelope stuffed with a lucky $2 bill, while supplies last.Families can also capture memories with photos at the festive Lunar New Year Photo Pagoda, open daily and lit up at night, from January 20 - February 3rd. Make the most of this cherished holiday season and…