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Seun Kuti & Egypt 80 Performing at Solana Beach

By Greer Wylder

July 11, 2022

For the first time in years, legendary Afrobeat artist and Kuti family scion SEUN KUTI & EGYPT 80 are touring the globe with their upcoming US and European tour, hitting stops at major festivals and unique venues along the way. Locally, they will be at Belly Up Tavern in Solana Beach on Tuesday, July 12 at 7 p.m.Seun Kuti & Egypt 80 will be performing classic anthems and recent songs from their catalog—including the most recent album Black Times—alongside new material.While Seun has taken time off the road, he has remained creatively active, collaborating and performing with Common and Black Thought—co-founder…

The District’s 15 Year Anniversary SUMMER OF CELEBRATION

By Greer Wylder

July 05, 2022

Celebrate The District's 15 Year Anniversary with a SUMMER OF CELEBRATION offering Live Concerts, Beer & Wine Lounge, and FREE family-fun entertainment for all:EMERGING ARTISTS' NIGHTS - 7 weeksFridays, July 8 - August 19 | 6-8 p.m.AMC Fountain CourtyardDiscover new music and emerging artists each Friday night on the OC Hit Stage in the AMC Courtyard. The next time you hear these talented singers, musicians, and songwriters, it might just be on the TV!RHYTHM & BREWS CONCERT SERIES - 7 weeksSaturdays, July 9 - August 20 - Beer & Wine Lounge opens at 5 p.m., 6 - 8 p.m. ConcertsAMC Fountain…

Huntington Beach Annual 4th of July Celebration

By Greer Wylder

June 30, 2022

The largest 4th of July event west of the Mississippi is bringing back all of its beloved traditions during this annual weekend of Independence Day festivities to Huntington Beach.Huntington Beach Annual 4th of July CelebrationNow a world-class destination, the City of Huntington Beach held its very first 4th of July Celebration 118 years ago. This huge multi-day event draws thousands to Huntington Beach every year, and It’s with great pride that SoCal's Surf City residents come together and welcome visitors from all over for a weekend of seaside, family-friendly fun.Pier Vendor FestivalAll weekend long visitors can stroll down Main St…

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Bluey’s Big Play The Stage Show at Segerstrom Center for the Arts

By Greer Wylder

June 08, 2022

Grab the sticky geckos, break out the duck cakes, and alert the grannies! It’s time to meet the much-loved Heeler family, who will be coming to Segerstrom Center for the Arts for their live show, Bluey’s Big Play The Stage Show, on February 23, 2023. The Emmy® Award-winning animated preschool series, which airs on Disney Junior, Disney Channel, and Disney+, will be “taking the show on the road” for fans of all ages who will get to see Bluey, Bingo, Bandit, and Chilli as they’ve never seen them before, featuring puppetry, live actors, and iconic sets. Based on an original new…

Gospel Voices of OC Marks Juneteenth with Artistic Celebration at Chapman’s Musco Center for the Arts

By Greer Wylder

June 03, 2022

Arts & Learning Conservatory and Chapman University’s Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion will present Gospel Voices of OC, live musical and theatrical performances on Sunday, June 19 at Musco Center for the Arts. Held in conjunction with Juneteenth, the Father’s Day concert will feature artistic accomplishments and works of over 100 black and diverse performers in the choir, dance, band, orchestra, theatre, and spoken word including county-wide youth and adult choir performances.Produced by Arts & Learning Conservatory President and CEO Debora Wondercheck, the event was created to provide multi-generational performances of African Americans through the lens and influence of gospel music…