Culture

Sep 16, 2026 Irvine Barclay Theatre

Led by music director Shelly Berg, the Barclay Jazz & Beyond Orchestra channels the Swing Era spirit as rival ensembles face off in a lively musical showdown. Hear iconic big band classics from Count Basie, Duke Ellington, and others—while audiences vote to crown the winner.

Sep 16, 2026 OC Public Libraries-Tustin Library

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Calaveras y Creatividad at the Tustin Library.  Adults are invited to paint and embellish a beautiful skeleton mask inspired by traditional La Calavera Catrina. All materials will be provided. No registration required

Sep 16, 2026 Campus JAX

Think you've got a great story? Share it at JAX as we search for The Greatest Storyteller.  Take your shot at the $100 prize.  The audience chooses the winner. We're looking for true stories up to six minutes long. Send a five-line summary to dape317@gmail.com to throw your hat in the ring. Join us…

Sep 17, 2026 Campus JAX

Brian Clemens is a London-based jazz pianist, arranger, and bandleader originally from Los Angeles. After earning his master's degree and studying under Bill Cunliffe, pianist for Frank Sinatra and Buddy Rich and a Grammy Award-winner, Brian established himself in the LA music scene before…

Sep 17, 2026 Bowers Museum

Straight from Las Vegas, Denise Rose and Suzanne Goulet bring the legendary mother-daughter duo of Judy Garland and Liza Minnelli to life with dazzling vocals, captivating choreography, and plenty of humor. Enjoy beloved classics including "Over the Rainbow" and "All That Jazz" in this…

Sep 17, 2026 Bowers Museum

Be our guest at an Educator's Night out at the Bowers. Gather the details of Bower Museum’s school group/homeschool tours for Fall/Winter 2026. Eexplore some of the Museum’s permanent galleries. Save 20% off purchases at the Gallery Store during special extended afterhours, just for…

Sep 17, 2026 OC Public Libraries-El Toro Library

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a special Music Appreciation Series featuring Trio Renacimiento at the El Toro Library.  Music lovers of all ages are invited to visit the library to experience this special musical hour. No registration required, all ages welcome.

Sep 17, 2026 - Sep 25, 2026 Sherman Library and Gardens

Backhausdance is thrilled to open our 24th year at the treasured Sherman Library and Gardens in Corona del Mar with Hive in the Garden, choreographed by Jennifer Backhaus, founder and artistic director. Hive, a favorite and beloved work that premiered in 2017 at the Irvine Barclay Theatre will be…