‘We Have Nowhere Else to Go’
After 59 years in the city of the arts, Costa Mesa Playhouse faces an existential crisis and must find a new home.
May 5, 2025
Why Monaco Could Be Your Favorite Italian
The team behind The Blind Pig and Blind Coyote Cantina rolls out a new restaurant in Irvine inspired by the owner’s heritage.
April 25, 2025
Senior Editor Richard Chang is Interviewed for the Podcast ‘Bounce’
Our senior editor, Richard Chang, was recently interviewed by Susan Petrella for her podcast “Bounce,” self-described as “playful, unfussy conversations with SoCal’s arts and culture stars.” Petrella, a business advisor...
March 11, 2025
Surviving the Arduous Process of Surviving On ‘Survivor’
Orange County residents Shauhin Davari and David Kinne join the ranks of "Survivor" contestants in season 48.
February 26, 2025
A New Era at Segerstrom: Limor Tomer’s Vision for the Performing Arts in Orange County
Segerstrom’s new VP of programming aims to expand the center’s artistic scope, deepen community ties and build on its legacy.
February 24, 2025
Richard Stein to Step Down as Leader of Arts Orange County
He has led O.C.’s leading arts advocacy organization since 2008.
February 19, 2025
Andy Harris of SoCal Restaurant Show is on the Line
Anne Marie Panoringan has been Andy Harris' frequent guest for years on his weekly radio show. She turns the table and interviews him in this week's column.
February 5, 2025
Molly Noori Fights to Destigmatize Chronic Illness in the Opera Industry
Culture OC talks with Noori of The Chronicled Voice, and organizations set up to advocate for equality in the opera industry and beyond.
December 13, 2024
The King’s Singers Are Making a Holiday Stop at the Irvine Barclay
The well-traveled a cappella ensemble will celebrate the season, Disney’s centennial and hallmarks of its history.
December 11, 2024
Janet Hilbert of the Hilbert Museum of California Art at Chapman University Passes Away
From the Office of the President, Daniele C. Struppa, Ph.D. It is with a heavy heart that I share the news of the passing of Janet Hilbert, beloved wife of...
December 10, 2024
Martin Benson: An Appreciation
Lawrence Christon literally wrote the book about the founding of South Coast Repertory and was a friend of Martin Benson for many years.
December 9, 2024
SCR Cofounder Martin Benson Has Died
A cultural pioneer with partner David Emmes, he developed one of America’s most successful regional theaters.
December 3, 2024
