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University of California, Irvine - Winifred Smith Hall
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Oct 25, 2026 Witte Lecture Hall
Join us for a free Afternoon of Art & Poetry. Experience poetry beyond the page through an unforgettable live performance featuring spoken word, dance, live music, and special artistic performances. Inspired by the poetry collection In the Making of Time, this unique cultural event at Witte…
Oct 25, 2026 Irvine Barclay Theatre
Where Western classical cello meets traditional Korean gayageum, this boundary-crossing duo creates a mesmerizing fusion of cultures and centuries. Blending Korean folk roots with contemporary global influences, CelloGayageum crafts a sound that is both ancient in spirit and strikingly modern.
Oct 25, 2026 Campus JAX
The official book/EP launch event for Crystal’s first children’s book, Claire Clementine Finds Her Voice. Bring the whole family to this matinee show featuring a special story time, where Crystal, the author, will read the book, as well as perform all 5 songs from the companion EP. Use discount…
Oct 25, 2026 Campus JAX
Lia Booth is quickly establishing herself as one of Southern California’s most talked about young jazz singers. She has been making a strong impression and building a solid fan base with her fun, dynamic and heartfelt performances. Her daring yet effortless musical style is rooted deeply in the…
Oct 25, 2026 Soka Performing Arts Center
With captivating charm and a powerful stage presence, Malini Awasthi presents the richness of Indian folk music traditions. She is adept in various forms of Hindustani music such as vintage Dadra, Thumri, and Kajri Chaiti. Her knowledge of music finds reflection in her renditions of Ghazals and…
Oct 25, 2026 University of California, Irvine - Winifred Smith Hall
Enjoy an evening of works celebrating the sounds of Korea, with guest artists from Korea collaborating with artists from the USA. A true global citizen, Dennis Kim was born in Korea, grew up in Canada and pursued his education in the United States. Over the past decade, he has led orchestras across…
Oct 25, 2026
Beloved melodies leap from symphony to screen as Alexander Shelley brings Dukas’ Sorcerer’s Apprentice and Strauss’ Also Sprach Zarathustra, featured in the iconic 2001: A Space Odyssey. Enjoy the music alongside insightful commentary by the conductor. The concert is 90 minutes long and is…
Oct 25, 2026 CSUF – Meng Concert Hall
University Singers Motshwane Pege: Jubilate Deo Jeffrey Ortega, arr. Jake Runestad: Suave Annie Lennox, Arr. Craig Hella Johnson: 1000 Beautiful Things Patrick Hawes: Hallelujah J.S. Bach: Singet den Herrn ein neues Lied As one of the nation’s premiere collegiate choral ensembles, California State…
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