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Irvine Barclay Theatre Launches 2024-25 Season with World-Class Performances

By Greer Wylder

August 25, 2024

Irvine Barclay Theatre, one of Orange County’s premier performing arts venues, is set to launch its 2024-25 season with Grammy winners, notable speakers, and other renowned artists. Known for its intimate setting, the theater offers unique experiences across genres like jazz, classical, folk, pop, global music, comedy, dance, and theater. Upcoming performances include:Pacific Jazz Orchestra with John Pizzarelli and Sy Smith: Saturday, Sept. 7 at 8 p.m. Acclaimed guitarist/vocalist John Pizzarelli and powerhouse singer Sy Smith join the 40-piece Pacific Jazz Orchestra under the direction of Grammy-nominated Chris Walden. Tickets: $44 - $140.Fran Lebowitz: Saturday, Sept. 21 at 8 p.m. The…

UC Irvine’s Beall Center for Art + Technology opens Future Tense: Art, Complexity, and Uncertainty

By Greer Wylder

August 23, 2024

In partnership with the 2024 Getty PST ART initiative, UC Irvine's Beall Center for Art + Technology presents Future Tense: Art, Complexity, and Uncertainty, opening on August 24, 2024. This exhibition showcases contemporary artists exploring complex systems like global warming, neuroscience, and robotics through various mediums, including paintings, sculptures, and videos.The exhibition features new work by artists like Laura Splan, Chico MacMurtrie, and Hege Tapio, commissioned by the Beall Center's Black Box Projects residency. It also includes pieces by artists such as Ralf Baecker and Julie Mehretu, engaging with the evolving field of Complexity Studies.Future Tense emphasizes the need to…

Celebrate Labor Day Weekend at Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort

By Greer Wylder

August 23, 2024

Summer fun continues at Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort this Labor Day weekend, offering aquatic adventures, food trucks, live entertainment, tribute bands, and family-friendly activities from Friday, August 30 through Monday, September 2, 2024.Guests can soak up the sun at Newport Dunes’ Inflatable Aquatic Park, open daily from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. through Labor Day. This water wonderland features extra-large inflatables, including a 17-foot slide, climbable icebergs, monkey bars, bouncers, and more. Additional water activities include pedal boats, kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, and 21-foot electric Duffy boats. All watersports activities can be booked online at NewportDunes.com.Tunes at the Dunes brings live…

Experience Wine, Cuisine, and Music at Europa Village

By Greer Wylder

August 21, 2024

Europa Village, the immersive wine-tasting destination and resort in the heart of Temecula Wine Country, is hosting three upcoming events centered around wine tasting, cuisine, and music.Situated among 40 acres of rolling hills and vineyards, Europa Village offers not only award-winning wine-tasting experiences but also serves as a hub for cultural and culinary experiences. Here are the details:Flavors of Guatemala – On Friday, August 23, at 6:30 pm, Europa Village invites guests to embark on a culinary journey to Guatemala without leaving Temecula. The "Flavors of Guatemala" event will feature an immersive experience showcasing the vibrant culture, rich flavors, and…

Celebrate Labor Day in Style at Waldorf Astoria’s Endless Summer Soiree

By Greer Wylder

August 21, 2024

As summer draws to a close, celebrate Labor Day in style at the Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach's inaugural Endless Summer Soiree on Saturday, August 31st. Inspired by the exclusive, breezy Hamptons aesthetic, this ticketed event promises an unforgettable night for all attendees.Open to locals, resort guests, and members, the Endless Summer Soiree offers a luxurious farewell to the season, featuring seasonal spritzes and a selection of savory canapés. As the sun sets, the atmosphere will transform from serene to lively, with live music creating the perfect backdrop for an evening of dancing under a canopy of elegant string lights.Whether it's…