UC Irvine Claire Trevor School of the Arts and ‘Ignite Dance’ Reflect OC’s Dance Ecosystem
A 35th anniversary celebration at Irvine Barclay Theatre highlights how local institutions, including UC Irvine, sustain dance across the region.
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The Contentious History of Orange County’s Chicano Murals Turns a New Leaf
The restoration of famed muralist Emigdio Vasquez’s ‘Chicano Gothic’ marks a historic moment of community and government collaboration to preserve Latino public art.
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2026 Laguna Beach Music Festival Led by Artistic Director, Stefan Jackiw
The Philharmonic Society of Orange County and Laguna Beach Live! are pleased to announce the 24th annual Laguna Beach Music Festival—taking place from February 2 to February 7, 2026—featuring violinist…
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Who’s Afraid of Repertory?
From ‘Woolf’ to ‘Carnage,’ South Coast Repertory and two actors tackle a marathon challenge.
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‘Once’ at Chance Theater
A quiet, heartfelt love story and joyous musical journey.
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Newport Beach Restaurant Week Makes a Comeback
Local culinary celebration returns with discounts and special menus after a four-year hiatus.
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Where the Tracks Meet the Tide: San Clemente’s Scenic Views and Fragile Tracks
From century-old homes to cliffside landslides, the small beach town offers unrivaled coastal views – but reaching them by train is increasingly a test of patience at Orange County’s southernmost Metrolink stop.
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Culture OC’s Guide to Arts and Culture Events in Orange County for Winter/Spring 2026
The new year offers audiences a wide range of premieres, returning works, and notable events across Orange County’s arts and culture scene.
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Aubree Oliverson’s Meteoric Career Rise Took a Lot of Work
The concert violinist found fame early, but her success came from hard work and self-promotion.
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‘Company’ at Cabrillo Playhouse
A newly raised roof sets the stage to examine isolation, commitment, and intimacy.
