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Soka’s Latest Art Show Features Local Artists Pushing the Boundaries of Their Mediums
REVIEW: Two O.C.-based artists, Gregory Gallardo and Joel Woodard, shine at Founders Hall Art Gallery at Soka University.
Community Arts
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It’s 20 Years and Counting for the O.C. Arts Awards
Arts OC's milestone anniversary event is studded with notable honorees, from Jerry Mandel to Carl St.Clair, and a roster of stellar entertainers.
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Lights, Camera, Action! Viet Film Fest and OC Film Fiesta Prepare for Take-Off
In back-to-back weekends, two multicultural festivals celebrate independent films which reflect the growing cultural make-up of the county.
Theater
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Solid performances and production values elevate stage version of ‘Grumpy Old Men: The Musical’
REVIEW: At La Mirada Theatre, acting and musical theater panache turn a standard issue contemporary musical into an enjoyable evening.
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South Coast Repertory’s New Leader Aims to Balance Its Past and Future
David Ivers talks about his plans as SCR opens its first season under his management.
Music
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Irvine Barclay’s Star-Studded Season Includes Chick Corea, Performing This Friday
Under the leadership of Jerry Mandel, the Irvine Barclay’s season includes a bevy of top not jazz performers. With the recent success of Laguna Dance Festival, we hope he also finds space for more world-class dance.
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Tommy Phillips is Not Distracted
The Philharmonic Society’s new leader puts his stamp on the 2019/2020 season.
Dance
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Mariinsky Keeps the Vision of Classical Ballet Alive, Bringing ‘La Bayadère’ to Segerstrom Center
The Russian ballet company, with the presentation of the 19th century ballet set in India, is proud to keep the classics alive.
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Laguna Dance Festival Moves to Irvine. Temporarily, Maybe
The festival, founded by USC’s Jodie Gates, is deeply rooted in Laguna Beach but will perform in Irvine this season.
Visual Arts
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Soka’s Latest Art Show Features Local Artists Pushing the Boundaries of Their Mediums
REVIEW: Two O.C.-based artists, Gregory Gallardo and Joel Woodard, shine at Founders Hall Art Gallery at Soka University.
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O.C. Museum of Art Breaks Ground on New Home at Segerstrom Center for the Arts
After decades of planning, OCMA finally begins to build it’s new permanent building on the Segerstrom Center campus in Costa Mesa.