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Where to Eat Around the Newport Beach Film Festival

By Greer Wylder

October 11, 2026

Film lovers, mark your calendars for Oct. 15-22, when the 27th annual Newport Beach Film Festival returns to Triangle Square in Costa Mesa. Starlight Triangle Cinemas will screen feature films, documentaries, animated shorts, action sports films and international entries throughout the festival.Round up your friends and book a brunch, lunch or dinner reservation at one of Triangle Square's popular restaurants before or after a screening. Options include elevated Southern comfort food at the recently opened LJ's Lounge, Tulum-inspired fare at Casa de Onda, traditional tapas at Cafe Sevilla and casual steakhouse favorites at Westwood Coast.Sushi fans can make a night…

Musco Center Celebrates 10th Anniversary Jubilee! With a Decade of Its Own Talent

By Greer Wylder

September 13, 2026

Musco Center for the Arts turns 10, and it's celebrating the way it knows best: on stage, with the artists who built its legacy.The 10th Anniversary Jubilee! takes place Saturday, Sept. 19, 2026, at 7:30 p.m., bringing together Chapman University alumni, returning professional artists and current students for a night that traces a decade of performance at the venue.The program spans music, theater and dance, reflecting everything Musco Center has represented for the performers and audiences who have filled its seats since opening. Highlights include choreography by Dwight Rhoden performed by Chapman dance students, scenes and songs pulled from past…

Blind Boys of Alabama Bring Seven Decades of Gospel to Musco Center

By Greer Wylder

August 29, 2026

Musco Center welcomes the Blind Boys of Alabama, living legends whose reputation is well earned. Rolling Stone has called them "gospel titans," and after more than 70 years together, that title still fits.The group performs Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2026, at 7:30 p.m.Few acts in American music can claim the honors the Blind Boys have collected: Lifetime Achievement Awards from the National Endowment for the Arts and the Recording Academy/GRAMMYs, induction into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame, and six GRAMMY Awards, most recently in 2024. What sets them apart, though, is how they've used that stature. Rather than stay within…

Casa Romantica’s Summer Lineup Features Concerts, Movies and Family Fun

By Greer Wylder

July 12, 2026

With several events already sold out and summer in full swing, Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens is continuing its busy season with concerts, outdoor movies, family programs, workshops and cultural events throughout July and August.Set against the backdrop of its historic home and sweeping Pacific Ocean views, the San Clemente landmark is offering a variety of experiences for all ages.The summer concert series continues July 15 and 16 with the Blue Breeze Band performing Motown, R&B, soul, funk and blues in the courtyard. Reserved tables have sold out, but general admission tickets are still available.On July 17, the Coffee…

Pacific Symphony Unveils Star-Studded 2026-27 Pops Season

By Greer Wylder

July 01, 2026

Pacific Symphony has announced its 2026-27 Pops Series, featuring a lineup packed with Broadway stars, holiday favorites, iconic film music and internationally acclaimed performers. Curated by Principal Pops Conductor Enrico Lopez-Yañez, the season includes performances by Idina Menzel, Cody Fry and Pink Martini, along with original productions celebrating James Bond films, sci-fi movie music and a concert presentation of Chicago. The season opens Nov. 6 and 7 with Tony Award-winning Broadway star Idina Menzel, best known for originating the role of Elphaba in Wicked and voicing Elsa in Frozen. Holiday favorite Cody Fry returns Dec. 18 and 19 for his orchestral…