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SoCal's Laguna Playhouse Welcomes RITA RUDNER: ACT 3, 8/24-26
by BWW News Desk - July 27, 2012
The Laguna Playhouse welcomes back Rita Rudner, one of the country's top comediennes, for an exclusive three-day stand-up engagement, aptly titled Rita Rudner: Act 3, Friday, August 24 - Sunday, August 26, 2012. Performance times are 7 p.m. each evening.
LA CAGE AUX FOLLES Comes to Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Now thru 8/5
by BWW News Desk - July 24, 2012
The critically acclaimed production of LA CAGE AUX FOLLES starring George Hamilton and Christopher Sieber arrives in Orange County at Segerstrom Center for the Arts tonight, July 24 - August 5.
Pacific Symphony, Santa Ana Unified School District and THINK TOGETHER Present Summer Strings Program Through 7/31
by Kelsey Denette - July 19, 2012
As a result of a three-way partnership between Pacific Symphony, Santa Ana Unified School District (SAUSD) and the academic support program, THINK Together, more than 150 fourth- and fifth-grade Santa Ana students from Diamond, Harvey and King elementary schools are participating in "Santa Ana Summer Strings," a new program that introduces students to the violin.
South Coast Rep's Summer Players Present SEUSSICAL, 8/11-19
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2012
A 31-member cast, the largest ever assembled for an SCR Players show, will appear in the Summer Players production of Seussical, August 11-12 and 18-19 on South Coast Repertory's Julianne Argyros Stage.
Yanni Performs at Segerstrom Center for the Arts Tonight, 7/18
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2012
Yanni, contemporary composer, will bring his new live show, An Evening with Yanni, to Segerstrom Center for the Arts for a one-night-only concert tonight, July 18, 2012. The show will feature some of the music from Yanni's most recent album, Truth of Touch, which is the composer's first album of original studio music in almost a decade. This is Yanni returning to his roots with a live performance that will deliver longtime and new fans Yanni's music.
The Coach House Hosts Helen Reddy, 8/10
by Kelsey Denette - July 16, 2012
Best known as a recording artist, Helen Reddy had more than a dozen Top 40 hits in the United States.
Segerstrom Center for the Arts' Summer at the Center Program Runs Now thru 8/28
by BWW News Desk - July 16, 2012
Segerstrom Center for the Arts' annual Summer at the Center program benefiting high-risk and underserved youths returns for its 21st year today, July 16 - July 28.
PCPA Presents DADDY LONG LEGS, 8/1-19
by Kelsey Denette - July 13, 2012
From the Tony and Olivier Award-Winning Director of Les Miserables and the creators of Jane Eyre, PCPA presents the musical hit, Daddy Long Legs, with music and lyrics by Paul Gordon and Book by John Caird. It will play in the Marian Theatre August 1 - 19, then in the open air Solvang Festival Theater August 23 - September 9.
'Stephen Sondheim: In Conversation' Set for Tonight, 7/13, at Segerstrom
by BWW News Desk - July 13, 2012
Segerstrom Center for Arts' presentation of Stephen Sondheim: In Conversation was previously rescheduled for tonight, July 13, 2012 at 8 p.m. in the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall.
Teatro ZinZanni’s LOVE, CHAOS & DINNER Premieres at Segerstrom Center, 10/24-12/31
by Alyssa Holcomb - July 11, 2012
After more than a decade of triumphant success in both San Francisco and Seattle, Teatro ZinZanni comes south to Segerstrom Center for the Arts with a brand new show, LOVE, CHAOS, & DINNER, October 24 - December 31, 2012.
Berkeley Playhouse Presents DISNEY’S THE LITTLE MERMAID JR., 7/26-28
by Kelsey Denette - July 06, 2012
Berkeley Playhouse presents its next KidStage production, DISNEY'S THE LITTLE MERMAID JR. What happens when a mermaid falls head-over-fish-tails in love with an earthly prince?
Aurora Announces New TD and Lit Manager
by Kelsey Denette - July 02, 2012
Berkeley's acclaimed Aurora Theatre Company announced today the appointment of Ryan O'Steen as Technical Director and Production Coordinator of Aurora Theatre Company. O'Steen replaces Chris Killion, Aurora's first Technical Director and Production Coordinator at its current Addison Street space. Killion, an integral part of the company for 11 years, collaborated with the architects and builders on both the original Aurora Addison Street space, as well as the new Dashow Wing, in addition to constructing sets for 55 Aurora productions. O'Steen joins the company directly from Berkeley Repertory Theatre.
SCR's SETTING THE STAGE Gala Set for 9/8
by Kelsey Denette - July 01, 2012
South Coast Repertory's annual fund-raiser constitutes the first and largest donation to SCR's Annual Fund, in support of education and outreach programs.
Theatre Out Presents CABARET, 6/29-8/4
by BWW News Desk - June 29, 2012
Theatre Out, Orange County's gay and lesbian theatre company, who brought you recent hit productions of AVENUE Q and SPRING AWAKENING is pleased to present the Tony Award-Winning musical CABARET beginning June 29, 2012. Running through August 4, this classic musical explores the price of ignorance as the Nazi regime begins it's conquest of Europe.
Aurora Theatre Company Extends SALOMANIA for Four Additional Performances
by Kelsey Denette - June 28, 2012
Aurora Theatre Company announces that it will add an additional four performances of its current hit production SALOMANIA, Aurora Theatre Company Artistic Director Tom Ross's first new play commission for the company, written and directed by award-winning Bay Area auteur Mark Jackson (Metamorphosis, Salome, Miss Julie).
Segerstrom Center Presents Celtic Woman: A Christmas Celebration, 12/11
by Kelsey Denette - June 27, 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 on Tuesday, December 11 at 7:30 p.m. in Segerstrom Hall. Tickets go on sale July 29.
Segerstrom Center for the Arts' Summer at the Center Program Runs 7/16-28
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2012
Segerstrom Center for the Arts' annual Summer at the Center program benefiting high-risk and underserved youths returns for its 21st year July 16 - 28.
Berkeley Repertory Theatre Opens Three New Studios
by Kelsey Denette - June 26, 2012
Today, the Tony Award-winning Berkeley Repertory Theatre announced that it has opened another arts center in its community. Three new studios in the Arpeggio Building on Center Street are now buzzing with activity. With a 20-year lease on this 13,000-square-foot facility, Berkeley Rep is proudly forging partnerships with fellow nonprofits to continue transforming downtown into a destination for theatre lovers.
South Coast Rep Presents JITNEY, Now thru 7/15
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2012
South Coast Repertory's (SCR) production of August Wilson's JITNEY, directed by Ron OJ Parson with an all-star cast led by Charlie Robinson, transfers to The Pasadena Playhouse immediately following its SCR engagement. Performances begin tonight, June 21 and run through July 15, with an official press opening on Sunday, June 24, 2012, at 5:00 p.m at The Pasadena Playhouse.
Photo Flash: First Look at South Coast Rep's JITNEY!
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2012
The Pasadena Playhouse (Sheldon Epps, Artistic Director and Charles Dillingham, interim Executive Director) and South Coast Repertory, will present August Wilson's JITNEY, directed by Ron OJ Parson. Performances will begin June 21 through July 15, with an official press opening on Sunday, June 24, 2012, at 5:00 p.m at The Pasadena Playhouse. Check out a sneak peek of the production photos below!
Segerstrom Center's Movie Mondays Kicks Off With BILLY ELLIOT, 7/9
by Kelsey Denette - June 18, 2012
Segerstrom Center for the Arts' free Movie Mondays are a perennially popular tradition in Orange County.
Theatre Out Presents CABARET, 6/29-8/4
by BWW News Desk - June 17, 2012
Theatre Out, Orange County's gay and lesbian theatre company, who brought you recent hit productions of AVENUE Q and SPRING AWAKENING is pleased to present the Tony Award-Winning musical CABARET beginning June 29, 2012. Running through August 4, this classic musical explores the price of ignorance as the Nazi regime begins it's conquest of Europe.
Summer Stages: BWW's Top Summer Theatre Picks - California Central Coast!
by Curt Miner - June 07, 2012
I've been writing a weekly article for BroadwayWorld.com about all of the theatre happenings here on the heart of the California Central Coast for nearly 3 years now. On any given week, there are somewhere between 15 and 20 live entertainment and theatre venues offering quality entertainment to the residents of the Central Coast and those who come to visit our little piece of Paradise!
Fox Performing Arts Center Welcomes Cathy Rigby in PETER PAN, 6/29-7/1
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2012
Mc Coy Rigby Entertainment & Fox Operator Bill Malone of FX Arts, in association with Nederlander Presentations, Albert Nocciolino, Larry Payton, Michael Filerman and Heni Koenigsberg, bring audiences in Riverside the final production of the 2011-2012 season with the ultimate musical theatre experience for the entire family, Cathy Rigby and Brent Barrett starring in PETER PAN, a musical production of the play by Sir James Barrie, with lyrics by Carolyn Leigh, music by Moose Charlap, additional lyrics by Betty Comden and Adolph Green and additional music by Jule Styne, beginning June 29.
PINKALICIOUS, ALADDIN'S LUCK and More Set for MainStreet Theatre Company's 2012-13 Season
by BWW News Desk - May 29, 2012
The MainStreet Theatre Company has announced its 2012/2013 season of high quality professional productions for children and families. Once again the company will produce three distinctly different productions for a variety of age groups at the 536 seat Lewis Family Playhouse. The lineup includes two musicals based on popular children's books.

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The Notebook in Costa Mesa The Notebook
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Rose Tribute Concert in Costa Mesa Rose Tribute Concert
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The Wiz in Costa Mesa The Wiz
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The Great Race in Costa Mesa The Great Race
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