34 Years On, Knott’s Berry Farm’s Sole Remaining Native American Performer Continues to Captivate Audiences With His Hoop Dance
In 1992, Gary Wiskigeamatyuk joined Knott’s Indian Trails, then a multi-million dollar two-acre area dedicated to Native American song, dance, storytelling and culture.
November 2, 2026
At Segerstrom Center’s Inaugural All-Abilities Conference, ‘Accessibility Is Good, but Inclusion Is Better’
Segerstrom Center for the Arts' inaugural All Abilities Conference opens a conversation about inclusion, belonging and opportunities in the performing arts.
October 30, 2026
South African Writer Reveals Complexities of the Diaspora in O.C.
Leon Lazarus’ new book of essays tackles many topics and issues – race, class, religion – and the challenges of reconciling his former and present universes.
October 28, 2026
Irvine’s Great Park Advances – With Some Growing Pains
Recent events and infrastructure improvements increase the park’s potential, but financial and logistic hurdles remain.
October 23, 2026
Back From the Dead, Wicked Lit Returns to Haunt Orange County
After a six-year hiatus, the immersive theater company returns for the Halloween season with two productions at Anaheim’s Chance Theater.
October 21, 2026
Honda-Ya and Beyond: Three O.C. Izakayas That Prove Japanese Pub Culture Is Here to Stay
From the longtime favorite Honda-Ya in Tustin to reinvented and newer restaurants in Huntington Beach and Anaheim, food critic Edwin Goei explores Orange County's evolving izakaya scene.
October 19, 2026
Iranian Play ‘Blind Runner’ Faces Its Own Border Battle
As the production makes its West Coast premiere at South Coast Repertory, writer and director Amir Reza Koohestani discusses political resistance, artistic freedom and the U.S. visa restrictions keeping him away.
October 16, 2026
Rhapsody in Taps Brings Southern California’s Tap Dance History to the Screen
Orange County choreographer Linda Sohl-Ellison celebrates her company's legacy with an eight-hour video anthology featuring rare footage, legendary performers and decades of groundbreaking dance.
October 12, 2026
Bei Bei Bridges the Divide Between Traditional and Modern Music
Local guzheng performer and composer transcends time by creating contemporary sounds with a classic Chinese instrument.
October 9, 2026
Curtains Up for Cinematic Celebrations: Your Guide to Orange County’s 2026 Fall Film Festivals
Eight local festivals offer Hollywood stars, world premieres, cultural cinema, young filmmakers, action sports and ocean adventures on screens across the county this October and November.
October 7, 2026
When It Comes to Censorship, Who Gets to Wield the Eraser?
Banned Books Week offers a reminder of Orange County’s nearly century-long history of censorship battles over textbooks, plays, movies, comics, art and library shelves.
October 5, 2026
What It Takes to Train Monsters into Action at Knott’s Scary Farm
Two new mazes and one reimagined one aim to scare visitors at the annual Halloween attraction.
October 2, 2026
