‘A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum’ at Westminster Community Playhouse
Comedy tonight, along with some chaos and a little ancient Roman mischief.
September 2, 2026
‘The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe’ at Alchemy Theatre Company
A Whimsical Reminder of the Power of Books, Hope and Forgiveness
September 2, 2026
‘The Crucible’ at Larking House & Curtis Theatre
History, horror and a modern take on something wicked.
September 2, 2026
What to See, Hear and Experience in Orange County This Fall
Culture OC’s writers look ahead to the performances, exhibitions, events and cultural experiences worth putting on your calendar in fall 2026.
September 2, 2026
‘Around the World in 80 Days’ at Cabrillo Playhouse
Some stories are built for spectacle. Others are built for imagination. Mark Brown's stage adaptation is both.
August 19, 2026
The Show Goes On: Camino Real Playhouse Readies to Open Its New Home
At a time when other theaters are closing their doors, the San Juan Capistrano company will open ‘Dirty Rotten Scoundrels’ on Sept. 11 in a new home.
August 17, 2026
New Buena Park Dinner Show Turns Guests Into 1920s Murder Mystery Detectives
“The Speakeasy Murder & Other Acts of Prohibition” invites diners to solve a Prohibition-era whodunit – with a different ending every night.
July 29, 2026
‘Harry Potter and the Cursed Child’ Casts Its Spell at Segerstrom
REVIEW: The plot gets complicated and occasionally boring, but the visual effects may save this touring production. Warning: This review contains spoilers.
July 19, 2026
Chance Theater Tackles Trauma and Healing in ‘Jagged Little Pill’
What you oughta know about the Alanis Morrisette musical, which opens tonight at the Chance Theater.
July 10, 2026
Mischief Managed at Segerstrom Center: Harry Potter Comes to OC
Beloved Harry Potter sequel makes the jump from the page to the stage with its Orange County premiere of ‘Harry Potter and the Cursed Child’ this summer alongside special initiatives that aim to bring the ‘magical’ community together.
July 8, 2026
Meet Eli Simon, the Visionary Behind the New Swan Shakespeare Festival
From behind the scenes to center stage, Simon's dedication to the New Swan Shakespeare Festival earns him a Cultural Legacy Award.
July 3, 2026
