Andrew Palermo's World Premiere of NICKEL MINES to Play Claire Trevor School of the Arts, 5/31-6/7
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2014
The Claire Trevor School of the Arts Department of Drama presents Nickel Mines, an original work by Creator/Director/Choreographer and faculty member Andrew Palermo, as its final offering in a season which has focused on the theme of Justice/Exploration of Citizenship. A non-traditional musical combining spoken dialogue with interpretive movement and a powerful original score by composer Dan Dyer, Nickel Mines tells the story of a school shooting in the show's namesake Amish town, and investigates the ramifications of that event and the various responses it evoked.
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2014
The Claire Trevor School of the Arts Department of Drama presents Nickel Mines, an original work by Creator/Director/Choreographer and faculty member Andrew Palermo, as its final offering in a season which has focused on the theme of Justice/Exploration of Citizenship. A non-traditional musical combining spoken dialogue with interpretive movement and a powerful original score by composer Dan Dyer, Nickel Mines tells the story of a school shooting in the show's namesake Amish town, and investigates the ramifications of that event and the various responses it evoked.
Photo Flash: WICKED's Eden Espinosa Performs at Fullerton College Centennial Gala
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2014
Fullerton College in California hosted its Centennial Gala on May 17, 2014, and former WICKED star Eden Espinosa performed during the celebrations. Check out photos of her singing below!
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2014
Fullerton College in California hosted its Centennial Gala on May 17, 2014, and former WICKED star Eden Espinosa performed during the celebrations. Check out photos of her singing below!
SCR Presents 'THE STINKY CHEESE MAN,' Now thru 6/8
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2014
South Coast Repertory turns classic fairy tales inside out for the season's final Theatre for Young Audiences production: The Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Tales. John Glore adapted the play from the book by Jon Scieszka and Lane Smith. The show, with a host of wacky characters and silly songs, is directed by Jessica Kubzansky and runs today, May 23-June 8 on the Julianne Argyros Stage.
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2014
South Coast Repertory turns classic fairy tales inside out for the season's final Theatre for Young Audiences production: The Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Tales. John Glore adapted the play from the book by Jon Scieszka and Lane Smith. The show, with a host of wacky characters and silly songs, is directed by Jessica Kubzansky and runs today, May 23-June 8 on the Julianne Argyros Stage.
Tony-Winning Musical ONCE Comes to Segerstrom Center, 8/19-31
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2014
ONCE, winner of eight Tony Awards including Best Musical and winner of the 2013 Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album, will play at Segerstrom Center for the Arts for a limited engagement from August 19 - 31.
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2014
ONCE, winner of eight Tony Awards including Best Musical and winner of the 2013 Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album, will play at Segerstrom Center for the Arts for a limited engagement from August 19 - 31.
THE TEMPEST, PETER AND THE STARCATCHER, MR. WOLF and More Set for South Coast Rep's 2014-15 Season
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2014
South Coast Repertory's 2014-15 season moves from the Mediterranean island in Shakespeare's The Tempest to Cornwall in a new take on the classic Tristan & Yseult, from Mecca in Zealot by Theresa Rebeck to an updated look at the Land of Oz in OZ 2.5 by Catherine Trieschmann. SCR will present classic, contemporary and new works, including Mr. Wolf by Rajiv Joseph, Of Good Stock by Melissa Ross and Peter and the Starcatcher by Rick Elice. Season subscriptions are available now; single tickets will go on sale on Aug. 1.
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2014
South Coast Repertory's 2014-15 season moves from the Mediterranean island in Shakespeare's The Tempest to Cornwall in a new take on the classic Tristan & Yseult, from Mecca in Zealot by Theresa Rebeck to an updated look at the Land of Oz in OZ 2.5 by Catherine Trieschmann. SCR will present classic, contemporary and new works, including Mr. Wolf by Rajiv Joseph, Of Good Stock by Melissa Ross and Peter and the Starcatcher by Rick Elice. Season subscriptions are available now; single tickets will go on sale on Aug. 1.
Lightwire Theater Brings THE UGLY DUCKLING & THE TORTOISE AND THE HARE to the Segerstrom This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2014
Following their recent breakout success on America's Got Talent, receiving great accolades from the judges and audiences, Lightwire Theater brings its unique method of storytelling to light at Segerstrom Center for the Arts today, May 17 at 1:00pm and May 18 at 1:00pm and 3:30pm in Samueli Theater.
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2014
Following their recent breakout success on America's Got Talent, receiving great accolades from the judges and audiences, Lightwire Theater brings its unique method of storytelling to light at Segerstrom Center for the Arts today, May 17 at 1:00pm and May 18 at 1:00pm and 3:30pm in Samueli Theater.
Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons to Perform at Segerstrom Center, 8/16
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2014
Segerstrom Center for the Arts welcomes Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons to Orange County on August 16, 2014. Single tickets, which start at $49 are available online at SCFTA.org, at the Box Office at 600 Town Center Drive in Costa Mesa or by calling (714) 556-2787. For inquiries about group ticket savings for 20 or more, call the Group Services office at (714) 755-0236. The TTY number is (714) 556-2746.
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2014
Segerstrom Center for the Arts welcomes Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons to Orange County on August 16, 2014. Single tickets, which start at $49 are available online at SCFTA.org, at the Box Office at 600 Town Center Drive in Costa Mesa or by calling (714) 556-2787. For inquiries about group ticket savings for 20 or more, call the Group Services office at (714) 755-0236. The TTY number is (714) 556-2746.
A COUPLE OF SWELLS Set for Arthur Newman Theater, 6/8
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2014
Francesca Amari and Gilmore Rizzo return by popular audience demand with their show, 'A Couple Of Swells' to the Arthur Newman Theater in the Joslyn Center on Sunday, June 8, 2014 at 2 PM. The show takes music & comedy mayhem to a new level, with songs spanning several decades in the tradition of great duos like Lucy & Desi, Sonny & Marie, George & Gracie, Sonny & Cher, Kermit & Miss Piggy and more.
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2014
Francesca Amari and Gilmore Rizzo return by popular audience demand with their show, 'A Couple Of Swells' to the Arthur Newman Theater in the Joslyn Center on Sunday, June 8, 2014 at 2 PM. The show takes music & comedy mayhem to a new level, with songs spanning several decades in the tradition of great duos like Lucy & Desi, Sonny & Marie, George & Gracie, Sonny & Cher, Kermit & Miss Piggy and more.
THE BOOK OF MORMON Comes to Segerstrom Center Tonight
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2014
Segerstrom Center for the Arts and THE BOOK OF MORMON, winner of nine Tony Awards, including Best Musical, are pleased to announce a lottery ticket policy for the Orange County engagement, today, May 13 - 25, 2014. The production will conduct a pre-show lottery at the Segerstrom Hall box office, making a limited number of tickets available for $25 each.
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2014
Segerstrom Center for the Arts and THE BOOK OF MORMON, winner of nine Tony Awards, including Best Musical, are pleased to announce a lottery ticket policy for the Orange County engagement, today, May 13 - 25, 2014. The production will conduct a pre-show lottery at the Segerstrom Hall box office, making a limited number of tickets available for $25 each.
Students Star in SUMMER AT THE CENTER Program at Segerstrom Center, 7/21-8/2
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2014
Summer at the Center (SATC) returns to Segerstrom Center for the Arts for its 23rd consecutive year and will be held July 21 - August 2. This award-winning program provides high-risk and underserved youths facing personal challenges a safe environment in which to grow, trust and develop self-esteem and positive goals. Using a musical theater format, SATC professional teaching artists create daily lessons and exercises that engage participants in fun, creative and productive ways. Following their hard work during the two-week program, the students will perform a Broadway revue-style show in Samueli Theater on Saturday, August 2 at 3:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. The performances are free and open to the public; no reservations are required. Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. The performances are part of Segerstrom Center's Free for All Series, which allows guests to experience different aspects of Center's artistic and education programs at no cost. More information is available at www.scfta.org/satc.
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2014
Summer at the Center (SATC) returns to Segerstrom Center for the Arts for its 23rd consecutive year and will be held July 21 - August 2. This award-winning program provides high-risk and underserved youths facing personal challenges a safe environment in which to grow, trust and develop self-esteem and positive goals. Using a musical theater format, SATC professional teaching artists create daily lessons and exercises that engage participants in fun, creative and productive ways. Following their hard work during the two-week program, the students will perform a Broadway revue-style show in Samueli Theater on Saturday, August 2 at 3:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. The performances are free and open to the public; no reservations are required. Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. The performances are part of Segerstrom Center's Free for All Series, which allows guests to experience different aspects of Center's artistic and education programs at no cost. More information is available at www.scfta.org/satc.
Warren DeLange to Pay Tribute to Father Eddie DeLange at Arthur Newman Theater, 6/1
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2014
You may not know Warren Delange, and maybe not even his famous fathers name, but you're sure to know his many hit songs from an era when lyrics meant something. "Swingin' The Dream" is Warren's a one-man cabaret style concert that pays tribute to lyricist Eddie DeLange that will be presented at a 2 PM matinee on Sunday, June 1st at Arthur Newman Theater in The Joslyn Center in Palm Desert.
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2014
You may not know Warren Delange, and maybe not even his famous fathers name, but you're sure to know his many hit songs from an era when lyrics meant something. "Swingin' The Dream" is Warren's a one-man cabaret style concert that pays tribute to lyricist Eddie DeLange that will be presented at a 2 PM matinee on Sunday, June 1st at Arthur Newman Theater in The Joslyn Center in Palm Desert.
South Coast Rep Closes 50th Season with TARTUFFE, Beg. Tonight
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2014
Fifty years ago, a band of young actors-led by a duo fresh out of San Francisco State-came together through a love of theatre. When they officially formed as a company, South Coast Repertory, the group's first production was Moliere's classic, Tartuffe. As SCR concludes its 50th Season this year, it comes full circle with a new production of Tartuffe, directed by Dominique Serrand, today, May 9-June 8, on the Segerstrom Stage.
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2014
Fifty years ago, a band of young actors-led by a duo fresh out of San Francisco State-came together through a love of theatre. When they officially formed as a company, South Coast Repertory, the group's first production was Moliere's classic, Tartuffe. As SCR concludes its 50th Season this year, it comes full circle with a new production of Tartuffe, directed by Dominique Serrand, today, May 9-June 8, on the Segerstrom Stage.
Segerstrom Center Receives $100,000 Grant for DISNEY MUSICALS IN SCHOOL Program
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2014
Segerstrom Center for the Arts has been awarded a $100,000 grant from Disney to help bring the Disney Musicals in Schools program to Orange County. The Center was one of only two arts organizations in the nation and the only one in California selected this year to collaborate with Disney Musicals in Schools. The program is an outreach initiative developed by Disney Theatrical Group to create ongoing theater programs in local elementary schools. The Center will select four Orange County public elementary schools to participate in 2014. The grant funds two years of programming ? four schools will be selected this year, and another four next year. The after-school programs are completely free to participating schools. Disney Musicals in Schools helps to keep the arts in schools and utilizes the unique world of musical theater to build positive relationships between students, faculty, staff, parents and the community. Students work in teams to develop or restore self-confidence, strengthen communication and collaboration skills all while learning and enjoying the process of creating a Disney musical theater production.
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2014
Segerstrom Center for the Arts has been awarded a $100,000 grant from Disney to help bring the Disney Musicals in Schools program to Orange County. The Center was one of only two arts organizations in the nation and the only one in California selected this year to collaborate with Disney Musicals in Schools. The program is an outreach initiative developed by Disney Theatrical Group to create ongoing theater programs in local elementary schools. The Center will select four Orange County public elementary schools to participate in 2014. The grant funds two years of programming ? four schools will be selected this year, and another four next year. The after-school programs are completely free to participating schools. Disney Musicals in Schools helps to keep the arts in schools and utilizes the unique world of musical theater to build positive relationships between students, faculty, staff, parents and the community. Students work in teams to develop or restore self-confidence, strengthen communication and collaboration skills all while learning and enjoying the process of creating a Disney musical theater production.
SCR to Present 'THE STINKY CHEESE MAN,' 5/23-6/8
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2014
South Coast Repertory turns classic fairy tales inside out for the season's final Theatre for Young Audiences production: The Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Tales. John Glore adapted the play from the book by Jon Scieszka and Lane Smith. The show, with a host of wacky characters and silly songs, is directed by Jessica Kubzansky and runs May 23-June 8 on the Julianne Argyros Stage. Tickets are available online at www.scr.org.
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2014
South Coast Repertory turns classic fairy tales inside out for the season's final Theatre for Young Audiences production: The Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Tales. John Glore adapted the play from the book by Jon Scieszka and Lane Smith. The show, with a host of wacky characters and silly songs, is directed by Jessica Kubzansky and runs May 23-June 8 on the Julianne Argyros Stage. Tickets are available online at www.scr.org.
National Acrobats of The People's Republic of China to Return to Segerstrom Center, 9/13
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2014
The National Acrobats of The People's Republic of China have entertained audiences worldwide for more than 60 years with astonishing feats of acrobatic agility and stunning display of martial arts, and the company returns to Segerstrom Center for the Arts with a brand new production on Saturday, September 13 at 3 p.m. in the Rene?e and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall. This elite group of acrobats continues a remarkable 2,000-year-old tradition of mastering precision, balance, grace, strength and artistry that result in dazzling and high adrenaline performances that also feature beautiful costumes, thrilling choreography and both traditional and modern music.
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2014
The National Acrobats of The People's Republic of China have entertained audiences worldwide for more than 60 years with astonishing feats of acrobatic agility and stunning display of martial arts, and the company returns to Segerstrom Center for the Arts with a brand new production on Saturday, September 13 at 3 p.m. in the Rene?e and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall. This elite group of acrobats continues a remarkable 2,000-year-old tradition of mastering precision, balance, grace, strength and artistry that result in dazzling and high adrenaline performances that also feature beautiful costumes, thrilling choreography and both traditional and modern music.
LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS to Open 5/30 at Costa Mesa Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - May 05, 2014
What happens when urban Skid Row is introduced to a strange and unusual plant with a unique appetite? The Costa Mesa Playhouse presents the classic horror rock musical "Little Shop of Horrors," running May 30 through June 29, 2014.
by BWW News Desk - May 05, 2014
What happens when urban Skid Row is introduced to a strange and unusual plant with a unique appetite? The Costa Mesa Playhouse presents the classic horror rock musical "Little Shop of Horrors," running May 30 through June 29, 2014.
SPICE WORLD, CABARET and More Headline MOVIE MONDAYS at Segerstrom Center, 7/7-8/4
by Diana Heisroth - May 02, 2014
Orange County movie fans can look forward to another great summer of free and fun film screenings at Segerstrom Center for the Arts as Movie Mondays returns for its eighth season on the Arts Plaza. Movie Mondays 2014 kicks off with the heartwarming 1935 classic The Little Colonel, starring Shirley Temple. From post Civil War America we head to 1990s London with the sparkling Spice Girls starring in the jet set musical, Spice World. Then it is off to turn-of-the-20th century Paris with the Academy Award®-winning musical Gigi, directed by Vincente Minnelli and featuring some of the most memorable Lerner & Loewe tunes. Continuing with the winner of this year's Audience Favorite Fan Poll, Cabaret, starring Oscar winners Liza Minnelli and Joel Grey. Shirley MacLaine as the eternal optimist in Sweet Charity wraps up the summer film series. Center audiences will have a chance to see MacLaine live when she makes her Center debut on September 20 in her one-woman show.
by Diana Heisroth - May 02, 2014
Orange County movie fans can look forward to another great summer of free and fun film screenings at Segerstrom Center for the Arts as Movie Mondays returns for its eighth season on the Arts Plaza. Movie Mondays 2014 kicks off with the heartwarming 1935 classic The Little Colonel, starring Shirley Temple. From post Civil War America we head to 1990s London with the sparkling Spice Girls starring in the jet set musical, Spice World. Then it is off to turn-of-the-20th century Paris with the Academy Award®-winning musical Gigi, directed by Vincente Minnelli and featuring some of the most memorable Lerner & Loewe tunes. Continuing with the winner of this year's Audience Favorite Fan Poll, Cabaret, starring Oscar winners Liza Minnelli and Joel Grey. Shirley MacLaine as the eternal optimist in Sweet Charity wraps up the summer film series. Center audiences will have a chance to see MacLaine live when she makes her Center debut on September 20 in her one-woman show.
EVERYTHING YOU TOUCH Extends Through 5/18 at Boston Court Performing Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - May 01, 2014
The Theatre @ Boston Court and Rattlestick Playwrights Theater announce the extension of 'Everything You Touch' by Sheila Callaghan, directed by Jessica Kubzansky, through May 18, 2014.
by BWW News Desk - May 01, 2014
The Theatre @ Boston Court and Rattlestick Playwrights Theater announce the extension of 'Everything You Touch' by Sheila Callaghan, directed by Jessica Kubzansky, through May 18, 2014.
South Coast Rep to Close 50th Season with TARTUFFE, 5/9-6/8
by BWW News Desk - April 30, 2014
Fifty years ago, a band of young actors-led by a duo fresh out of San Francisco State-came together through a love of theatre. When they officially formed as a company, South Coast Repertory, the group's first production was Moliere's classic, Tartuffe. As SCR concludes its 50th Season this year, it comes full circle with a new production of Tartuffe, directed by Dominique Serrand, May 9-June 8, on the Segerstrom Stage.
by BWW News Desk - April 30, 2014
Fifty years ago, a band of young actors-led by a duo fresh out of San Francisco State-came together through a love of theatre. When they officially formed as a company, South Coast Repertory, the group's first production was Moliere's classic, Tartuffe. As SCR concludes its 50th Season this year, it comes full circle with a new production of Tartuffe, directed by Dominique Serrand, May 9-June 8, on the Segerstrom Stage.
Segerstrom Center to Welcome GHOST - THE MUSICAL National Tour, 7/29-8/10
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2014
The supernatural power of love is taking Orange County by storm as the new Broadway and West End musical GHOST - THE MUSICAL, adapted from the Academy Award-winning film, opens at Segerstrom Center for the Arts, July 29 - August 10.
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2014
The supernatural power of love is taking Orange County by storm as the new Broadway and West End musical GHOST - THE MUSICAL, adapted from the Academy Award-winning film, opens at Segerstrom Center for the Arts, July 29 - August 10.
Segerstrom Center Hosts THE ANNUAL ARTS TEACH SHOWCASE Today
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2014
Teachers and school administrators, PTA members, community partners, nonprofit organizations and others interested in presenting world-class artists at assemblies or teach art workshops at their sites are encouraged to attend Segerstrom Center for the Arts' annual Arts Teach Showcase today, April 29 from 8:45 a.m. to 1:16 p.m. in the Renee and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall.
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2014
Teachers and school administrators, PTA members, community partners, nonprofit organizations and others interested in presenting world-class artists at assemblies or teach art workshops at their sites are encouraged to attend Segerstrom Center for the Arts' annual Arts Teach Showcase today, April 29 from 8:45 a.m. to 1:16 p.m. in the Renee and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall.
Chapman University Presents 4th Annual OC-centric New Play Festival
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2014
Join us August 21-31, 2014 in Chapman University's Moulton Hall Studio Theatre, located at 300 E. Palm Ave., Orange, CA 92866 for the 4th annual OC-centric new play festival.
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2014
Join us August 21-31, 2014 in Chapman University's Moulton Hall Studio Theatre, located at 300 E. Palm Ave., Orange, CA 92866 for the 4th annual OC-centric new play festival.
Clown Gale LaJoye Returns to Segerstrom Center in Encore Tour of SNOWFLAKE This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2014
The heartwarming and hilarious one-man show, Snowflake, starring Gale LaJoye returns to Segerstrom Center for the Arts this weekend, April 26 & 27 in Samueli Theater.
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2014
The heartwarming and hilarious one-man show, Snowflake, starring Gale LaJoye returns to Segerstrom Center for the Arts this weekend, April 26 & 27 in Samueli Theater.
Theatre Out Presents Terrence McNally's CORPUS CHRISTI, Now thru 5/17
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2014
Theatre Out, Orange County's gay and lesbian theatre, today was pleased to announce the cast and creative team for their upcoming revival of Terrence McNally's Corpus Christi. Award-winning director, Tito Ortiz will direct the diverse cast of 13. Corpus Christi will run today, April 25 - May 17 at Theatre Out. Tickets can be purchased online at www.TheatreOut.com or at the Box Office, as available.
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2014
Theatre Out, Orange County's gay and lesbian theatre, today was pleased to announce the cast and creative team for their upcoming revival of Terrence McNally's Corpus Christi. Award-winning director, Tito Ortiz will direct the diverse cast of 13. Corpus Christi will run today, April 25 - May 17 at Theatre Out. Tickets can be purchased online at www.TheatreOut.com or at the Box Office, as available.
REST, ZEALOT, MR. WOLF and More Set for South Coast Rep's 2014 Pacific Playwrights Festival This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2014
Experience something(s) new: Three world premiere productions and four new play readings during South Coast Repertory's 2014 Pacific Playwrights Festival this weekend, April 25-27.
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2014
Experience something(s) new: Three world premiere productions and four new play readings during South Coast Repertory's 2014 Pacific Playwrights Festival this weekend, April 25-27.
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