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LA Opera Young Artists in Concert at Musco Center

By Greer Wylder

March 01, 2026

Musco Center for the Arts presents LA Opera Young Artists in Concert on Friday, March 13, 2026, at 7:30 p.m.The evening offers a rare opportunity to experience the next generation of operatic talent through a showcase of artists from LA Opera’s Domingo Colburn Stein Young Artist Program. Since its founding, the program has identified and prepared exceptional singers who have gone on to appear on the world’s most prestigious stages, including the Metropolitan Opera, La Scala, Royal Opera House, San Francisco Opera, Deutsche Oper Berlin, and the Bayreuth Festival.Performers represent the program’s newest class of emerging stars, artists who receive…

Cheyenne Jackson Brings Mid Life Torso Tour to Musco Center

By Greer Wylder

February 25, 2026

Musco Center for the Arts presents Cheyenne Jackson: Mid Life Torso Tour on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at 7:30 p.m.Emmy and Grammy-nominated performer Cheyenne Jackson brings his signature charm and powerhouse vocals to the stage in Mid Life Torso Tour, a witty and heartfelt evening that blends music, storytelling, and personal reflection. The show serves as a musical meditation on art, love, fatherhood, and the unexpected turns that have shaped Jackson’s life and career, delivered with humor, honesty, and warmth.Audiences will hear songs spanning Sam Cooke and Elvis Presley to Lady Gaga and Chappell Roan, alongside Jackson’s original music, including…

ABBA Comes to The Lido Theater for a Two-Night Celebration

By Greer Wylder

February 20, 2026

Get ready for a feel-good celebration of ABBA as The Lido Theater brings the music to life on both the big screen and the stage with two special events designed for longtime fans and new listeners alike.The fun begins Thursday, March 5, 2026, with a screening of Mamma Mia! Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and the movie starts at 7 p.m. The beloved movie musical, set on a sun-soaked Greek island, is packed with infectious ABBA hits, joyful energy and plenty of moments that will have audiences singing along in their seats. Tickets are available online and early booking is…

World Ballet Company Brings ‘Swan Lake’ to Irvine Barclay Theatre

By Greer Wylder

February 19, 2026

World Ballet Company returns to Southern California with its acclaimed production of “Swan Lake,” bringing the classic ballet to Irvine Barclay Theatre in Irvine on Feb. 24 and Feb. 25 as part of its 2025-2026 national tour. The performances are among more than 80 stops scheduled for the second half of the season as the company continues to take one of ballet’s most enduring works to stages across the country.This production features a live orchestra, offering local audiences the chance to experience Tchaikovsky’s iconic score performed in real time. More than accompaniment, the music is a central force in the…

Festival Ballet Theatre Brings Don Quixote Back to the Irvine Barclay Theatre

By Greer Wylder

February 17, 2026

Festival Ballet Theatre returns to the Irvine Barclay Theatre this spring with its vibrant, full-length production of Don Quixote, featuring acclaimed guest artists Jeraldine Mendoza and Dylan Gutierrez of Chicago’s Joffrey Ballet in the lead roles of Kitri and Basilio. Performances take place Saturday, March 21, at 7 p.m. and Sunday, March 22, at 2 p.m.Based on Miguel de Cervantes’ beloved novel, Don Quixote follows the adventures of the gallant knight as he journeys through old-world Spain, brought to life through colorful characters, spirited ensemble scenes and a high-energy atmosphere. Set to Ludwig Minkus’ memorable score, the ballet captures the rhythms…