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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 sharp-tongued cultural commentator, known for her wit and social satire, will be moderated by Maria Hall-Brown of PBS SoCal. Tickets: $34 - $145.
• Dustbowl Revival Presents a Laurel Canyon Retrospective: Thursday, Sept. 26 at 8 p.m. Dustbowl Revival reimagines the iconic music of Laurel Canyon from the 1960s and 70s. Tickets: $34 - $115.
• Mishran: An Evening of Hindustani and Carnatic Fusion: Saturday, Sept. 28 at 8 p.m. A rare fusion concert featuring sitar maestro Ustad Shahid Parvez and flutist Shashank Subramanyam, blending Hindustani and Carnatic classical music. Tickets: $34 - $100.

Tickets for all performances can be purchased at thebarclay.org. 

Irvine Barclay Theatre is located at 4242 Campus Drive in Irvine, adjacent to UC Irvine.