Pacific Symphony Youth Ensembles Presents Season-Ending Concert Series, 5/15-5/16
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2010
Pacific Symphony Youth Ensembles-one of the premier education programs for young musicians ages 11-21 in Southern California-perform concerts in several locations each season, but only once in the same location on the same weekend! A festival of sorts, this unique opportunity to hear Pacific Symphony Youth Orchestra (PSYO), Pacific Symphony Santiago Strings (PSSS) and Pacific Symphony Youth Wind Ensembles (PSYWE), is also the perfect sampling of these impressive musicians of tomorrow. This year, PYSWE kicks off the culminating weekend of music with 'Thundering Winds,' on Saturday, May 15, at 2 p.m., while PSSS and PSYO join forces for 'Celebration in Sound,' on Sunday, May 16, with PSSS at 2:30 p.m. and PSYO at 4 p.m.-all in the Renee and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall.
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2010
Pacific Symphony Youth Ensembles-one of the premier education programs for young musicians ages 11-21 in Southern California-perform concerts in several locations each season, but only once in the same location on the same weekend! A festival of sorts, this unique opportunity to hear Pacific Symphony Youth Orchestra (PSYO), Pacific Symphony Santiago Strings (PSSS) and Pacific Symphony Youth Wind Ensembles (PSYWE), is also the perfect sampling of these impressive musicians of tomorrow. This year, PYSWE kicks off the culminating weekend of music with 'Thundering Winds,' on Saturday, May 15, at 2 p.m., while PSSS and PSYO join forces for 'Celebration in Sound,' on Sunday, May 16, with PSSS at 2:30 p.m. and PSYO at 4 p.m.-all in the Renee and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall.
Costa Mesa Playhouse Presents I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE 4/16-5/16
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2010
Dating. Mating. Love. Marriage. Those are just a few of the topics comically explored in the Off-Broadway smash hit musical I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change! that runs April 16 - May 16, 2010, at the Costa Mesa Playhouse, 661 Hamilton Street in Costa Mesa.
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2010
Dating. Mating. Love. Marriage. Those are just a few of the topics comically explored in the Off-Broadway smash hit musical I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change! that runs April 16 - May 16, 2010, at the Costa Mesa Playhouse, 661 Hamilton Street in Costa Mesa.
O.C.'s Chance Theater Presents WELCOME HOME JENNY SUTTER, 4/16-5/16
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2010
The Chance Theater is pleased to present the Southern California premiere of acclaimed playwright Julie Marie Myatt's intense look at returning home from war, WELCOME HOME, JENNY SUTTER, April 16- May 16, 2010. Directed by Chance Theater Artistic Director Oanh Nguyen, WELCOME HOME, JENNY SUTTER is a present-day story of personal recovery and acceptance. Upon her return to Southern California from a difficult tour of duty in Iraq, wounded Marine Sergeant Jenny Sutter finds herself lost in the California desert, without the body and mind she once knew. The eccentric inhabitants of a makeshift community give her the homecoming she needs before returning to her previous life. An edgy and poignant drama, WELCOME HOME, JENNY SUTTER brings fascinating insight to a timely theme.
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2010
The Chance Theater is pleased to present the Southern California premiere of acclaimed playwright Julie Marie Myatt's intense look at returning home from war, WELCOME HOME, JENNY SUTTER, April 16- May 16, 2010. Directed by Chance Theater Artistic Director Oanh Nguyen, WELCOME HOME, JENNY SUTTER is a present-day story of personal recovery and acceptance. Upon her return to Southern California from a difficult tour of duty in Iraq, wounded Marine Sergeant Jenny Sutter finds herself lost in the California desert, without the body and mind she once knew. The eccentric inhabitants of a makeshift community give her the homecoming she needs before returning to her previous life. An edgy and poignant drama, WELCOME HOME, JENNY SUTTER brings fascinating insight to a timely theme.
Pacific Symphony Youth Ensembles Presents Season-Ending Concert Series, 5/15-5/16
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2010
Pacific Symphony Youth Ensembles-one of the premier education programs for young musicians ages 11-21 in Southern California-perform concerts in several locations each season, but only once in the same location on the same weekend! A festival of sorts, this unique opportunity to hear Pacific Symphony Youth Orchestra (PSYO), Pacific Symphony Santiago Strings (PSSS) and Pacific Symphony Youth Wind Ensembles (PSYWE), is also the perfect sampling of these impressive musicians of tomorrow. This year, PYSWE kicks off the culminating weekend of music with 'Thundering Winds,' on Saturday, May 15, at 2 p.m., while PSSS and PSYO join forces for 'Celebration in Sound,' on Sunday, May 16, with PSSS at 2:30 p.m. and PSYO at 4 p.m.-all in the Renee and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall.
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2010
Pacific Symphony Youth Ensembles-one of the premier education programs for young musicians ages 11-21 in Southern California-perform concerts in several locations each season, but only once in the same location on the same weekend! A festival of sorts, this unique opportunity to hear Pacific Symphony Youth Orchestra (PSYO), Pacific Symphony Santiago Strings (PSSS) and Pacific Symphony Youth Wind Ensembles (PSYWE), is also the perfect sampling of these impressive musicians of tomorrow. This year, PYSWE kicks off the culminating weekend of music with 'Thundering Winds,' on Saturday, May 15, at 2 p.m., while PSSS and PSYO join forces for 'Celebration in Sound,' on Sunday, May 16, with PSSS at 2:30 p.m. and PSYO at 4 p.m.-all in the Renee and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall.
Kathy Griffin To Make Fourth Center Appearance 5/15
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2010
Emmy Award-winner and Grammy-nominated comedienne Kathy Griffin returns to the Orange County Performing Arts Center's Segerstrom Hall on Saturday, May 15 at 7:30 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2010
Emmy Award-winner and Grammy-nominated comedienne Kathy Griffin returns to the Orange County Performing Arts Center's Segerstrom Hall on Saturday, May 15 at 7:30 p.m.
South Coast Rep Announces May Through June Events
by Charlie Piane - May 14, 2010
South Coast Rep Announces May Through June Events
by Charlie Piane - May 14, 2010
South Coast Rep Announces May Through June Events
O.C.'s Theatre Out presents 'EDWARD II' 5/14-6/5
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2010
Theatre Out, Orange County's gay and lesbian theatre, presents the World Premiere of Darcy Hogan's adaptation of Christopher Marlowe's EDWARD II. Written in c.1592, Edward II, chronicles Edward's rise as the King of England and ultimately his downfall and overthrow as he begins to favor his lover, Gaveston, to the exclusion of his wife, Isabella. Hogan's new adaptation of the work is an intimate portrayal of the characters that focuses the play on the love triangle of Edward, Gaveston and Isabella as Edward loses control of his kingdom. Performance Dates: May 14 - June 5, 2010.
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2010
Theatre Out, Orange County's gay and lesbian theatre, presents the World Premiere of Darcy Hogan's adaptation of Christopher Marlowe's EDWARD II. Written in c.1592, Edward II, chronicles Edward's rise as the King of England and ultimately his downfall and overthrow as he begins to favor his lover, Gaveston, to the exclusion of his wife, Isabella. Hogan's new adaptation of the work is an intimate portrayal of the characters that focuses the play on the love triangle of Edward, Gaveston and Isabella as Edward loses control of his kingdom. Performance Dates: May 14 - June 5, 2010.
WORLD OF COLOR Debuts 6/11 at Disney's California Adventure Park
by Michael Quintos - May 13, 2010
Lights, water, music, fire and animation will come together like never before on June 11 when 'WORLD OF COLOR' makes its dazzling debut at Disney's California Adventure theme park. The show is choreographed with revolutionary technology that creates a playful, nighttime spectacular and a new way for guests to experience Disney stories-from the charming to the adventurous.
by Michael Quintos - May 13, 2010
Lights, water, music, fire and animation will come together like never before on June 11 when 'WORLD OF COLOR' makes its dazzling debut at Disney's California Adventure theme park. The show is choreographed with revolutionary technology that creates a playful, nighttime spectacular and a new way for guests to experience Disney stories-from the charming to the adventurous.
O.C.'s New Mysterium Theatre presents 'NUNSENSE' 5/13-6/19
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2010
Orange County's newest Black Box Theatre, Mysterium presents NUNSENSE with performances running from May 13-June 19. The original five-woman production of NUNSENSE won four Outer Critics Circle Awards, including best off-Broadway musical, best book and best music. A 1985 London cast recording was made, as well as a 1986 recording with the off-Broadway cast. The show opened on London's West End at the Fortune Theatre in March 1987.
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2010
Orange County's newest Black Box Theatre, Mysterium presents NUNSENSE with performances running from May 13-June 19. The original five-woman production of NUNSENSE won four Outer Critics Circle Awards, including best off-Broadway musical, best book and best music. A 1985 London cast recording was made, as well as a 1986 recording with the off-Broadway cast. The show opened on London's West End at the Fortune Theatre in March 1987.
The KarmetiK Machine Orchestra Comes To CalArts 5/13
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2010
Global music joins the digital revolution. The KarmetiK Machine Orchestra combines traditional music from around the world with cutting edge engineering and high tech effects. Currently, its creators are building musical robots, digitally modifying traditional instruments and composing original music for an extravaganza at California Institute of the Arts (CalArts) on Thursday, May 13, 2010 at 8:30 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2010
Global music joins the digital revolution. The KarmetiK Machine Orchestra combines traditional music from around the world with cutting edge engineering and high tech effects. Currently, its creators are building musical robots, digitally modifying traditional instruments and composing original music for an extravaganza at California Institute of the Arts (CalArts) on Thursday, May 13, 2010 at 8:30 p.m.
3D Theatricals presents 25TH ANNUAL...SPELLING BEE, 5/21-6/13
by Michael L. Quintos - May 12, 2010
One of Orange County's newest theater companies, 3D Theatricals, will present THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE from May 21 thru June 13 at the O.C. Pavilion Theatre in the Arts district of downtown Santa Ana.
by Michael L. Quintos - May 12, 2010
One of Orange County's newest theater companies, 3D Theatricals, will present THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE from May 21 thru June 13 at the O.C. Pavilion Theatre in the Arts district of downtown Santa Ana.
Laguna Playhouse Presents Hershey Felder in BEETHOVEN, AS I KNEW HIM, 5/11-5/23
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2010
Hershey Felder in Beethoven, As I Knew Him - Music by Ludwig van Beethoven. From May 11 to 23, 2010.
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2010
Hershey Felder in Beethoven, As I Knew Him - Music by Ludwig van Beethoven. From May 11 to 23, 2010.
O.C.'s New Mysterium Theatre presents 'NUNSENSE' 5/13-6/19
by Michael Quintos - May 10, 2010
Orange County's newest Black Box Theatre, Mysterium presents NUNSENSE with performances running from May 13-June 19. The original five-woman production of NUNSENSE won four Outer Critics Circle Awards, including best off-Broadway musical, best book and best music. A 1985 London cast recording was made, as well as a 1986 recording with the off-Broadway cast. The show opened on London's West End at the Fortune Theatre in March 1987.
by Michael Quintos - May 10, 2010
Orange County's newest Black Box Theatre, Mysterium presents NUNSENSE with performances running from May 13-June 19. The original five-woman production of NUNSENSE won four Outer Critics Circle Awards, including best off-Broadway musical, best book and best music. A 1985 London cast recording was made, as well as a 1986 recording with the off-Broadway cast. The show opened on London's West End at the Fortune Theatre in March 1987.
O.C.'s Theatre Out presents 'ACTING OUT AGAINST AIDS' Benefit, 5/8
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2010
Theatre Out, Orange County's Gay and Lesbian Theatre and O.C. sketch comedy troupe Late Night Leftovers are teaming up to raise money for the 2010 AIDS Walk/Orange County with a cabaret of great music and sketch comedy. 100% of the proceeds directly benefit and support those living with HIV/AIDS in Orange County. The 'One Night Only' benefit will take place on Saturday, May 8 with two performances at 6:30 pm and 9:00 pm.
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2010
Theatre Out, Orange County's Gay and Lesbian Theatre and O.C. sketch comedy troupe Late Night Leftovers are teaming up to raise money for the 2010 AIDS Walk/Orange County with a cabaret of great music and sketch comedy. 100% of the proceeds directly benefit and support those living with HIV/AIDS in Orange County. The 'One Night Only' benefit will take place on Saturday, May 8 with two performances at 6:30 pm and 9:00 pm.
SCR Presents CRIMES OF THE HEART 5/7-6/6
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2010
They're funny, they're Southern, they're dysfunctional-and they're bound for the South Coast Repertory stage this spring.
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2010
They're funny, they're Southern, they're dysfunctional-and they're bound for the South Coast Repertory stage this spring.
Davis Gaines Joins Musical Theatre West's 1776
by Charlie Piane - May 06, 2010
Davis Gaines, known by most Southern California theatergoers for his portrayal of the titular character in Andrew Lloyd Webber's THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, will be joining the previously announced Steven Glaudini (John Adams) and Tami Tappan Damiano (Abigail Adams) as Richard Henry Lee, of Virginia in 1776.
by Charlie Piane - May 06, 2010
Davis Gaines, known by most Southern California theatergoers for his portrayal of the titular character in Andrew Lloyd Webber's THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, will be joining the previously announced Steven Glaudini (John Adams) and Tami Tappan Damiano (Abigail Adams) as Richard Henry Lee, of Virginia in 1776.
O.C.'s Theatre Out presents 'EDWARD II' 5/14-6/5
by Michael L. Quintos - May 06, 2010
Theatre Out, Orange County's gay and lesbian theatre, presents the World Premiere of Darcy Hogan's adaptation of Christopher Marlowe's EDWARD II. Written in c.1592, Edward II, chronicles Edward's rise as the King of England and ultimately his downfall and overthrow as he begins to favor his lover, Gaveston, to the exclusion of his wife, Isabella. Hogan's new adaptation of the work is an intimate portrayal of the characters that focuses the play on the love triangle of Edward, Gaveston and Isabella as Edward loses control of his kingdom. Performance Dates: May 14 - June 5, 2010.
by Michael L. Quintos - May 06, 2010
Theatre Out, Orange County's gay and lesbian theatre, presents the World Premiere of Darcy Hogan's adaptation of Christopher Marlowe's EDWARD II. Written in c.1592, Edward II, chronicles Edward's rise as the King of England and ultimately his downfall and overthrow as he begins to favor his lover, Gaveston, to the exclusion of his wife, Isabella. Hogan's new adaptation of the work is an intimate portrayal of the characters that focuses the play on the love triangle of Edward, Gaveston and Isabella as Edward loses control of his kingdom. Performance Dates: May 14 - June 5, 2010.
SCR Presents BEN AND THE MAGIC PAINTBRUSH 5/21-6/6
by Charlie Piane - May 04, 2010
A pair of plucky orphans fall into the clutches of a greedy couple in the final installment of SCR's 2009-2010 Theatre for Young Audiences season. Ben and the Magic Paintbrush, adapted by Bathsheba Doran from a Chinese folk tale, has its world premiere May 21 through June 6 on the Julianne Argyros stage.
by Charlie Piane - May 04, 2010
A pair of plucky orphans fall into the clutches of a greedy couple in the final installment of SCR's 2009-2010 Theatre for Young Audiences season. Ben and the Magic Paintbrush, adapted by Bathsheba Doran from a Chinese folk tale, has its world premiere May 21 through June 6 on the Julianne Argyros stage.
O.C.'s Theatre Out presents 'ACTING OUT AGAINST AIDS' Benefit, 5/8
by Michael Quintos - May 04, 2010
Theatre Out, Orange County's Gay and Lesbian Theatre and O.C. sketch comedy troupe Late Night Leftovers are teaming up to raise money for the 2010 AIDS Walk/Orange County with a cabaret of great music and sketch comedy. 100% of the proceeds directly benefit and support those living with HIV/AIDS in Orange County. The 'One Night Only' benefit will take place on Saturday, May 8 with two performances at 6:30 pm and 9:00 pm.
by Michael Quintos - May 04, 2010
Theatre Out, Orange County's Gay and Lesbian Theatre and O.C. sketch comedy troupe Late Night Leftovers are teaming up to raise money for the 2010 AIDS Walk/Orange County with a cabaret of great music and sketch comedy. 100% of the proceeds directly benefit and support those living with HIV/AIDS in Orange County. The 'One Night Only' benefit will take place on Saturday, May 8 with two performances at 6:30 pm and 9:00 pm.
Pacific Symphony Youth Ensembles Presents Season-Ending Concert Series, 5/15-5/16
by Michael L. Quintos - May 04, 2010
Pacific Symphony Youth Ensembles-one of the premier education programs for young musicians ages 11-21 in Southern California-perform concerts in several locations each season, but only once in the same location on the same weekend! A festival of sorts, this unique opportunity to hear Pacific Symphony Youth Orchestra (PSYO), Pacific Symphony Santiago Strings (PSSS) and Pacific Symphony Youth Wind Ensembles (PSYWE), is also the perfect sampling of these impressive musicians of tomorrow. This year, PYSWE kicks off the culminating weekend of music with 'Thundering Winds,' on Saturday, May 15, at 2 p.m., while PSSS and PSYO join forces for 'Celebration in Sound,' on Sunday, May 16, with PSSS at 2:30 p.m. and PSYO at 4 p.m.-all in the Renee and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall.
by Michael L. Quintos - May 04, 2010
Pacific Symphony Youth Ensembles-one of the premier education programs for young musicians ages 11-21 in Southern California-perform concerts in several locations each season, but only once in the same location on the same weekend! A festival of sorts, this unique opportunity to hear Pacific Symphony Youth Orchestra (PSYO), Pacific Symphony Santiago Strings (PSSS) and Pacific Symphony Youth Wind Ensembles (PSYWE), is also the perfect sampling of these impressive musicians of tomorrow. This year, PYSWE kicks off the culminating weekend of music with 'Thundering Winds,' on Saturday, May 15, at 2 p.m., while PSSS and PSYO join forces for 'Celebration in Sound,' on Sunday, May 16, with PSSS at 2:30 p.m. and PSYO at 4 p.m.-all in the Renee and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall.
Laguna Playhouse presents Tony-Winning 'JAY JOHNSON: THE TWO & ONLY' 6/11-6/20
by Michael Quintos - May 04, 2010
The Laguna Playhouse is thrilled to offer the funny, magical and moving theatrical event, JAY JOHNSON: THE TWO AND ONLY!, starring acclaimed actor, playwright and master ventriloquist Jay Johnson, running for an exclusive two week engagement on June 11 - 20 at The Laguna Playhouse.
by Michael Quintos - May 04, 2010
The Laguna Playhouse is thrilled to offer the funny, magical and moving theatrical event, JAY JOHNSON: THE TWO AND ONLY!, starring acclaimed actor, playwright and master ventriloquist Jay Johnson, running for an exclusive two week engagement on June 11 - 20 at The Laguna Playhouse.
O.C.'s Pacific Symphony Welcomes Joshua Bell, 5/18
by Michael Quintos - May 04, 2010
A season of celebration in honor of Music Director Carl St.Clair's 20th Anniversary culminates on Tuesday, May 18, at 8 p.m., in the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, with a very special evening of music, featuring classical music superstar Joshua Bell. Like no other violinist of recent times, Bell has captured the imaginations of both critics and audiences; Interview magazine once said his playing 'does nothing less than tell human beings why they bother to live.' The evening's concert was specially programmed by St.Clair to include music that holds special meaning for him, with guest artists he considers close friends, including pianist Benjamin Pasternack, baritone Christòpheren Nomura, and Pacific Chorale, led by John Alexander.
by Michael Quintos - May 04, 2010
A season of celebration in honor of Music Director Carl St.Clair's 20th Anniversary culminates on Tuesday, May 18, at 8 p.m., in the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, with a very special evening of music, featuring classical music superstar Joshua Bell. Like no other violinist of recent times, Bell has captured the imaginations of both critics and audiences; Interview magazine once said his playing 'does nothing less than tell human beings why they bother to live.' The evening's concert was specially programmed by St.Clair to include music that holds special meaning for him, with guest artists he considers close friends, including pianist Benjamin Pasternack, baritone Christòpheren Nomura, and Pacific Chorale, led by John Alexander.
No Square Theatre Holds Auditions for ROCKY HORROR SHOW
by Michael L. Quintos - May 03, 2010
The rock musical spoof of 1950's Sci-Fi and horror movies, strange creations, bizarre seductions and sexual confusion.. .for some. Audition Dates By Appointment Only: Monday, May 3 - 7:30pm, Tuesday, May 4 - 6:00pm, Wednesday, May 5 - 7:30pm. Auditions, Rehearsals & Performances at:NO SQUARE THEATRE in Legion Hall, 384 Legion St., Laguna Beach, CA.
by Michael L. Quintos - May 03, 2010
The rock musical spoof of 1950's Sci-Fi and horror movies, strange creations, bizarre seductions and sexual confusion.. .for some. Audition Dates By Appointment Only: Monday, May 3 - 7:30pm, Tuesday, May 4 - 6:00pm, Wednesday, May 5 - 7:30pm. Auditions, Rehearsals & Performances at:NO SQUARE THEATRE in Legion Hall, 384 Legion St., Laguna Beach, CA.
Costa Mesa Playhouse Extends I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE Thru 5/22
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 03, 2010
The Costa Mesa Playhouse is pleased to announce that due to popular demand it has added two extra performances to the run of the Off-Broadway smash hit musical I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change! The added performances are on Friday, May 21 and Saturday, May 22. Show times both nights are 8 p.m.
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 03, 2010
The Costa Mesa Playhouse is pleased to announce that due to popular demand it has added two extra performances to the run of the Off-Broadway smash hit musical I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change! The added performances are on Friday, May 21 and Saturday, May 22. Show times both nights are 8 p.m.
Musical Theatre West Presents THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES Through 5/2
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2010
You're invited to the 1958 prom as MUSICAL Theatre West ushers in spring with the Roger Bean smash Off-Broadway musical hit, The Marvelous Wonderettes. The Marvelous Wonderettes began previews on Friday, April 16 and opened Saturday, April 17. The show will play through May 2 at the beautiful Carpenter Performing Arts Center in Long Beach.
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2010
You're invited to the 1958 prom as MUSICAL Theatre West ushers in spring with the Roger Bean smash Off-Broadway musical hit, The Marvelous Wonderettes. The Marvelous Wonderettes began previews on Friday, April 16 and opened Saturday, April 17. The show will play through May 2 at the beautiful Carpenter Performing Arts Center in Long Beach.
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The Sound of Music
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