Blues at the Crossroads 2: Muddy & The Wolf Caps Segerstrom Center's 2012-13 Jazz Season
by Kelsey Denette - January 24, 2013
Segerstrom Center for the Arts presents Blues at the Crossroads 2: Muddy & The Wolf on March 13 in the Renee and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall. The performance celebrates the music of two legends and friendly rivals - Muddy Waters and Howlin' Wolf - both revered as the "father of modern Chicago blues." The Fabulous Thunderbirds anchors this musical tribute, backing such greats as James Cotton, Jody Williams, Bob Margolin and JJ Grey. Each musician brings his own distinctive talent, producing a timeless mix of blues, rock and R&B.
by Kelsey Denette - January 24, 2013
Segerstrom Center for the Arts presents Blues at the Crossroads 2: Muddy & The Wolf on March 13 in the Renee and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall. The performance celebrates the music of two legends and friendly rivals - Muddy Waters and Howlin' Wolf - both revered as the "father of modern Chicago blues." The Fabulous Thunderbirds anchors this musical tribute, backing such greats as James Cotton, Jody Williams, Bob Margolin and JJ Grey. Each musician brings his own distinctive talent, producing a timeless mix of blues, rock and R&B.
SCR's Theatre for Young Audiences Opens ANASTASIA KRUPNIK, 2/8-24
by Kelsey Denette - January 24, 2013
Lois Lowry's admired novel provides the setting for SCR's Theatre for Young Audiences touching play Anastasia Krupnik, adapted by Meryl Friedman. Through her safeguarded journal and her wacky personality the show portrays both hilarious and serious issues in childhood and family life. The performances run Feb. 8-24 on the Julianne Argyros Stage. Tickets are available at www.scr.org.
by Kelsey Denette - January 24, 2013
Lois Lowry's admired novel provides the setting for SCR's Theatre for Young Audiences touching play Anastasia Krupnik, adapted by Meryl Friedman. Through her safeguarded journal and her wacky personality the show portrays both hilarious and serious issues in childhood and family life. The performances run Feb. 8-24 on the Julianne Argyros Stage. Tickets are available at www.scr.org.
Interactive Puppetry and WWI Exhibit Enhances Experience at WAR HORSE, Now thru 2/3
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2013
Audiences coming to Segerstrom Center for the Arts to see the Tony Award-winning show WAR HORSE can explore a special interactive lobby exhibit illustrating the artistry and history behind the show as well as World War I artifacts and uniforms.
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2013
Audiences coming to Segerstrom Center for the Arts to see the Tony Award-winning show WAR HORSE can explore a special interactive lobby exhibit illustrating the artistry and history behind the show as well as World War I artifacts and uniforms.
THE MAGISTRATE, Brothers Cazimero, THE ORACLE and More Set for Irvine Barclay Theatre, Feb 2013
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2013
The Irvine Barclay Theatre has announced its February 2013 events, including the National Theatre's The Magistrate, The Brothers Cazimero, Meryl Tankard's The Oracle, and more. See details below.
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2013
The Irvine Barclay Theatre has announced its February 2013 events, including the National Theatre's The Magistrate, The Brothers Cazimero, Meryl Tankard's The Oracle, and more. See details below.
BILLY ELLIOT to Dance Through Segerstrom Center, 4/16-28
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2013
Universal Pictures Stage Productions, Working Title Films Old Vic Productions and NETworks Presentations, LLC bring the multi-award-winning Billy Elliot the Musical to Segerstrom Center for the Arts from April 16 - 28, 2013. Based on the international smash-hit film and featuring music by Elton John, book and lyrics by Lee Hall, choreography by Peter Darling and direction by Stephen Daldry, Billy Elliot the Musical has earned critical acclaim around the world and was the winner of ten 2009 Tony Awards including Best Musical.
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2013
Universal Pictures Stage Productions, Working Title Films Old Vic Productions and NETworks Presentations, LLC bring the multi-award-winning Billy Elliot the Musical to Segerstrom Center for the Arts from April 16 - 28, 2013. Based on the international smash-hit film and featuring music by Elton John, book and lyrics by Lee Hall, choreography by Peter Darling and direction by Stephen Daldry, Billy Elliot the Musical has earned critical acclaim around the world and was the winner of ten 2009 Tony Awards including Best Musical.
Segerstrom Center Offers Military Rush Discounts for WAR HORSE, 1/22-2/3
by Kelsey Denette - January 16, 2013
Segerstrom Center for the Arts is offering a military rush discount to performances of WAR HORSE from January 22 - February 3. Active duty military personnel with current ID can purchase specially priced $20 tickets at the Center Box Office located at 600 Town Center Drive in Costa Mesa one hour prior to performances.
by Kelsey Denette - January 16, 2013
Segerstrom Center for the Arts is offering a military rush discount to performances of WAR HORSE from January 22 - February 3. Active duty military personnel with current ID can purchase specially priced $20 tickets at the Center Box Office located at 600 Town Center Drive in Costa Mesa one hour prior to performances.
TEATRO ZINZANNI, Off Center Festival, Hamburg Ballet's THE LITTLE MERMAID and More Set for Segerstrom Center, Feb 2013
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2013
The Segerstrom Center for the Arts has announced its calendar of events for February 2013. Details below!
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2013
The Segerstrom Center for the Arts has announced its calendar of events for February 2013. Details below!
Kitka Premieres New Folksongs, 3/8-10
by Kelsey Denette - January 11, 2013
The Bay Area's trailblazing and internationally acclaimed women's vocal ensemble, Kitka, is pleased to announce New Folksongs from Within, an original program featuring two world premieres conceived and created for the ensemble by two of Kitka's own vocalists, Janet Kutulas and Elizabeth Setzer. Kutulas's Iron Shoes is centered around the heroines of three separate Eastern European fairytales. Iron Shoes will be presented as a concert version of what will eventually be a fully-staged folk opera. Setzer's Apple Blossoms and Brine is a song cycle about the timeless experiences of love and heartbreak, loss and celebration. New Folksongs from Within takes place at Oakland's intimate new concert venue, the Piedmont Piano Company in Oakland, California, Friday, March 8 through Sunday, March 10, 2013.
by Kelsey Denette - January 11, 2013
The Bay Area's trailblazing and internationally acclaimed women's vocal ensemble, Kitka, is pleased to announce New Folksongs from Within, an original program featuring two world premieres conceived and created for the ensemble by two of Kitka's own vocalists, Janet Kutulas and Elizabeth Setzer. Kutulas's Iron Shoes is centered around the heroines of three separate Eastern European fairytales. Iron Shoes will be presented as a concert version of what will eventually be a fully-staged folk opera. Setzer's Apple Blossoms and Brine is a song cycle about the timeless experiences of love and heartbreak, loss and celebration. New Folksongs from Within takes place at Oakland's intimate new concert venue, the Piedmont Piano Company in Oakland, California, Friday, March 8 through Sunday, March 10, 2013.
Segerstrom Center Presents the Szymanowski Quartet with Pianist Adam Golka, 2/6
by Kelsey Denette - January 10, 2013
Warsaw's award-winning Szymanowski Quartet returns to Segerstrom Center with acclaimed pianist Adam Golka on Wednesday, February 6 with a unique program that will feature works by Johannes Brahms and three influential Polish composers: Karol Szymanowski, Gra?yna Bacewicz and Waclaw of Szamotuly.
by Kelsey Denette - January 10, 2013
Warsaw's award-winning Szymanowski Quartet returns to Segerstrom Center with acclaimed pianist Adam Golka on Wednesday, February 6 with a unique program that will feature works by Johannes Brahms and three influential Polish composers: Karol Szymanowski, Gra?yna Bacewicz and Waclaw of Szamotuly.
Marin Mazzie & Jason Danieley Perform at Segerstrom Center, 2/14-16
by Kelsey Denette - January 09, 2013
Segerstrom Center's Cabaret Series welcomes the return of beloved Broadway duo and leading vocalists, Marin Mazzie and Jason Danieley, as they join in a special new program He Said/She Said February 14 - 16 in Samueli Theater.
by Kelsey Denette - January 09, 2013
Segerstrom Center's Cabaret Series welcomes the return of beloved Broadway duo and leading vocalists, Marin Mazzie and Jason Danieley, as they join in a special new program He Said/She Said February 14 - 16 in Samueli Theater.
13th Annual Newport Beach Jazz Party Set for 2/14-2/17
by Tyler Peterson - January 06, 2013
Valentine's & Presidents' Weekend, February 14-17, 2013, will again be the time for mainstream jazz lovers from around the country (& world) to arrive in Newport Beach for "Right Down The Middle And Straight Ahead" Jazz at the Marriott Newport Beach Hotel & Spa. And for this year, a special Valentine's Jazz Dinner will be offered featuring world class jazz in the Pacific Coast Ballroom, followed by the first of four nights of jazz (starting 7:30 on Thursday and 7:00pm Friday-Sunday) on the main stage of the Grand Pacific Ballroom.
by Tyler Peterson - January 06, 2013
Valentine's & Presidents' Weekend, February 14-17, 2013, will again be the time for mainstream jazz lovers from around the country (& world) to arrive in Newport Beach for "Right Down The Middle And Straight Ahead" Jazz at the Marriott Newport Beach Hotel & Spa. And for this year, a special Valentine's Jazz Dinner will be offered featuring world class jazz in the Pacific Coast Ballroom, followed by the first of four nights of jazz (starting 7:30 on Thursday and 7:00pm Friday-Sunday) on the main stage of the Grand Pacific Ballroom.
South Coast Repertory Opens THE FANTASTICKS, 5/10
by Kelsey Denette - January 04, 2013
South Coast Repertory wraps up its current season with a fresh take on an American classic and a world premiere. The Fantasticks, the longest-running musical of all time, in a new setting by Amanda Dehnert, will be the final production of the season. SCR also will present the world premiere of Beau Willimon's The Parisian Woman as part of the 2013 Pacific Playwrights Festival.
by Kelsey Denette - January 04, 2013
South Coast Repertory wraps up its current season with a fresh take on an American classic and a world premiere. The Fantasticks, the longest-running musical of all time, in a new setting by Amanda Dehnert, will be the final production of the season. SCR also will present the world premiere of Beau Willimon's The Parisian Woman as part of the 2013 Pacific Playwrights Festival.
BWW's Top Costa Mesa Theatre Stories of 2012
by BWW Special Coverage - December 26, 2012
BroadwayWorld brings you the Best of Costa Mesa in the year 2012. Check out the Top Theatre Stories from each month during in the year 2012. We look forward to another exciting year of theatre in 2013!
by BWW Special Coverage - December 26, 2012
BroadwayWorld brings you the Best of Costa Mesa in the year 2012. Check out the Top Theatre Stories from each month during in the year 2012. We look forward to another exciting year of theatre in 2013!
Photo Flash: Santa Visits THE ADDAMS FAMILY at Segerstrom Center
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2012
Santa made a stop at Segerstrom Center to visit the cast of The Addams Family just before the curtain went up. The Addams Family is in town through December 30. Check out photos of Santa and the cast below!
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2012
Santa made a stop at Segerstrom Center to visit the cast of The Addams Family just before the curtain went up. The Addams Family is in town through December 30. Check out photos of Santa and the cast below!
South Coast Repertory Opens THE MOTHERF**KER WITH THE HAT, 1/6
by Kelsey Denette - December 18, 2012
Comedy often comes out of desperate circumstances. Laughter can follow as people try to change those circumstances by making better choices in life. That's the heart of Stephen Adly Guirgis' play The Motherf**ker with the Hat, the Broadway hit at South Coast Repertory Jan. 6-27. The production is directed by Michael John Garcés, artistic director at Cornerstone Theatre Company.
by Kelsey Denette - December 18, 2012
Comedy often comes out of desperate circumstances. Laughter can follow as people try to change those circumstances by making better choices in life. That's the heart of Stephen Adly Guirgis' play The Motherf**ker with the Hat, the Broadway hit at South Coast Repertory Jan. 6-27. The production is directed by Michael John Garcés, artistic director at Cornerstone Theatre Company.
WAR HORSE Comes to Segerstrom Center, 1/22-2/3
by Kelsey Denette - December 18, 2012
Producers Bob Boyett and The National Theatre of Great Britain are proud to announce full casting for the upcoming Orange County engagement of the 2011 Tony Award-winning Best Play, WAR HORSE. The company, comprised of more than 30 performers, includes Andrew Veenstra as Albert Narracott, Brian Keane as Arthur Narracott, Michael Wyatt Cox as Billy Narracott, Todd Cerveris as Ted Narracott, Angela Reed as Rose Narracott, Jason Loughlin as Lieutenant James Nicholls and Jason Alan Carvell as Private Schnabel.
by Kelsey Denette - December 18, 2012
Producers Bob Boyett and The National Theatre of Great Britain are proud to announce full casting for the upcoming Orange County engagement of the 2011 Tony Award-winning Best Play, WAR HORSE. The company, comprised of more than 30 performers, includes Andrew Veenstra as Albert Narracott, Brian Keane as Arthur Narracott, Michael Wyatt Cox as Billy Narracott, Todd Cerveris as Ted Narracott, Angela Reed as Rose Narracott, Jason Loughlin as Lieutenant James Nicholls and Jason Alan Carvell as Private Schnabel.
THE ADDAMS FAMILY Creeps into Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Now thru 12/30
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2012
The national tour of THE ADDAMS FAMILY, a new musical based on the bizarre and beloved family of characters created by legendary cartoonist Charles Addams, which will make its Orange County premiere tonight, December 18 - 30 at Segerstrom Center for the Arts.
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2012
The national tour of THE ADDAMS FAMILY, a new musical based on the bizarre and beloved family of characters created by legendary cartoonist Charles Addams, which will make its Orange County premiere tonight, December 18 - 30 at Segerstrom Center for the Arts.
Segerstrom Center Presents Celtic Woman: A Christmas Celebration Tonight
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2012
Celtic Woman will perform Christmas songs in a unique and traditional symphonic setting when the ensemble visits Segerstrom Center for the Arts for a one-night-only holiday concert tonight, December 11 at 7:30 p.m. in Segerstrom Hall.
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2012
Celtic Woman will perform Christmas songs in a unique and traditional symphonic setting when the ensemble visits Segerstrom Center for the Arts for a one-night-only holiday concert tonight, December 11 at 7:30 p.m. in Segerstrom Hall.
CYMBELINE Runs Through 12/22 in Santa Monica
by Kelsey Denette - December 05, 2012
New York's Fiasco Theater's inventive production of William Shakespeare's epic romance debuts on the West Coast at The Eli and Edythe Broad Stage at the Santa Monica College Performing Arts Center on Thursday, December 13th, 2012. Cymbeline runs through December 22nd.
by Kelsey Denette - December 05, 2012
New York's Fiasco Theater's inventive production of William Shakespeare's epic romance debuts on the West Coast at The Eli and Edythe Broad Stage at the Santa Monica College Performing Arts Center on Thursday, December 13th, 2012. Cymbeline runs through December 22nd.
AMERYKA, SMOKEFALL and More Set for South Coast Rep's Dec 2012-March 2013 Season
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2012
South Coast Rep has announced its schedule of performances from December 2012-March 2013.
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2012
South Coast Rep has announced its schedule of performances from December 2012-March 2013.
Kids' Night on Broadway Announced During THE ADDAMS FAMILY at Segerstrom Center
by Kelsey Denette - November 29, 2012
Segerstrom Center in partnership with The Broadway League, the national trade association of the Broadway industry, welcomes the next generation of theater-goers by presenting KIDS' NIGHT ON BROADWAY during two performances of THE ADDAMS FAMILY.
by Kelsey Denette - November 29, 2012
Segerstrom Center in partnership with The Broadway League, the national trade association of the Broadway industry, welcomes the next generation of theater-goers by presenting KIDS' NIGHT ON BROADWAY during two performances of THE ADDAMS FAMILY.
South Coast Rep Presents A CHRISTMAS CAROL, Now thru 12/24
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2012
It's a timeless story you and your kids will love - Charles Dickens' classic A Christmas Carol.
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2012
It's a timeless story you and your kids will love - Charles Dickens' classic A Christmas Carol.
WICKED Returns to the Segerstrom Center, 2/20-3/17
by Kelsey Denette - November 20, 2012
After breaking box office records in 2006 and 2011, WICKED, Broadway's biggest blockbuster returns to Segerstrom Center for the Arts February 20 - March 17.
by Kelsey Denette - November 20, 2012
After breaking box office records in 2006 and 2011, WICKED, Broadway's biggest blockbuster returns to Segerstrom Center for the Arts February 20 - March 17.
Teatro ZinZanni's LOVE, CHAOS & DINNER Extended at Segerstrom Center for the Arts
by Kelsey Denette - November 14, 2012
Segerstrom Center for the Arts has announced that Teatro ZinZanni's Love, Chaos & Dinner is being extended through February 17. Audiences and critics have cheered this first-ever touring production by Teatro ZinZanni.
by Kelsey Denette - November 14, 2012
Segerstrom Center for the Arts has announced that Teatro ZinZanni's Love, Chaos & Dinner is being extended through February 17. Audiences and critics have cheered this first-ever touring production by Teatro ZinZanni.
THE ADDAMS FAMILY, Starring Douglas Sills and Sara Gettelfinger, Creeps into Segerstrom Center for the Arts, 12/18-30
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2012
Full casting has been announced for the upcoming national tour of THE ADDAMS FAMILY, a new musical based on the bizarre and beloved family of characters created by legendary cartoonist Charles Addams, which will make its Orange County premiere December 18 - 30 at Segerstrom Center for the Arts. Tony Award nominee Douglas Sills and Sara Gettelfinger will star as Gomez and Morticia in a principal cast that also includes Tony Award nominee Martin Vidnovic as Mal Beineke, Gaelen Gilliland as Alice Beineke, Blake Hammond as Uncle Fester, Pippa Pearthree as Grandma, Tom Corbeil as Lurch, Patrick D. Kennedy as Pugsley, Curtis Holbrook as Lucas Beineke and Cortney Wolfson as Wednesday.
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2012
Full casting has been announced for the upcoming national tour of THE ADDAMS FAMILY, a new musical based on the bizarre and beloved family of characters created by legendary cartoonist Charles Addams, which will make its Orange County premiere December 18 - 30 at Segerstrom Center for the Arts. Tony Award nominee Douglas Sills and Sara Gettelfinger will star as Gomez and Morticia in a principal cast that also includes Tony Award nominee Martin Vidnovic as Mal Beineke, Gaelen Gilliland as Alice Beineke, Blake Hammond as Uncle Fester, Pippa Pearthree as Grandma, Tom Corbeil as Lurch, Patrick D. Kennedy as Pugsley, Curtis Holbrook as Lucas Beineke and Cortney Wolfson as Wednesday.
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