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Segerstrom Center for the Arts Announces New Vice President of Programming and Production

Segerstrom Center for the Arts Announces New Vice President of Programming and Production

Limor Tomer will fill the role as Judy Morr retires after 39 years with the Center.

October 28, 2024

At 20, Arts & Learning Conservatory Opens a New Theater

At 20, Arts & Learning Conservatory Opens a New Theater

Along with opening a new theater space, Arts & Learning Conservatory is also piloting a technical theater program called Behind the Scenes for students in grades three through eight.

October 23, 2024

Orange County’s Caro Lifts Flamenco Guitar to New Heights

Orange County’s Caro Lifts Flamenco Guitar to New Heights

Nicknamed ‘La Flamenkita,’ Caroline Espinoza thrives in a genre that is typically dominated by men.

October 16, 2024

First Look at the Newly Renovated Lido Theater

First Look at the Newly Renovated Lido Theater

The Newport Beach landmark gets a respectful renovation with a few new features, including a stage for live acts and a powerful sound system.

October 9, 2024

Looking for Comfort Food? Yotam Ottolenghi Says Make It At Home

Looking for Comfort Food? Yotam Ottolenghi Says Make It At Home

The best-selling author has a new book to chat about at his upcoming appearance at the Irvine Barclay Theatre on Oct. 13.

October 4, 2024

First Look: Kei Coffee House in Westminster

First Look: Kei Coffee House in Westminster

Kei Concepts, the restaurant group that brought us such hip places as Vox Kitchen, Ini Ristorante and Nếp Cafe, has set its sights on coffee culture with an Asian and Southeast...

September 18, 2024

Eric Eberwein Nurtures Orange County's Community of Playwrights

Eric Eberwein Nurtures Orange County’s Community of Playwrights

This local playwright loves OC theater; does it love him back?

September 9, 2024

Students Learn the Ins and Outs of High-End Dining at OCC's Captain's Table

Students Learn the Ins and Outs of High-End Dining at OCC’s Captain’s Table

Since 1975, Captain’s Table has served as a training ground for students to gain skills, hands-on front and back-of-house experience that translates onto the plate and in the industry.

September 2, 2024

Paula Tomei Talks About Her Long, Satisfying Run at SCR

Paula Tomei Talks About Her Long, Satisfying Run at SCR

SCR’s Paula Tomei shares some memories about her 44-Year SCR career in a candid TV interview.

August 19, 2024

Luciana's Celebrates 40 Years of Winning Wines and 'Convivo'

Luciana’s Celebrates 40 Years of Winning Wines and ‘Convivo’

The family restaurant in Dana Point has a new chef and another Wine Spectator award, but its enduring secret sauce is its hospitality.

August 14, 2024

Chapman University’s Incoming Dean of Arts is Eager to Bring Her Philosophy to a New Campus

Chapman University’s Incoming Dean of Arts is Eager to Bring Her Philosophy to a New Campus

Anne F. Hogan is passionate about interdisciplinary approaches to the arts and their benefits for students.

August 9, 2024

Despite the Noise, the Chef's Counter Inside Maizano is Worth It

Despite the Noise, the Chef’s Counter Inside Maizano is Worth It

Our culinary columnist checks out the new chef's counter at Mercado González’s upscale restaurant.

July 17, 2024

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