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Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater at SCFTA

Posted on March 12, 2014 | 10:34am

The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater returns to Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa for another electrifying performance from March 27 – 30.  With an unparalleled display of passion, strength and athletic ability, the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater (AAADT) is one of the most celebrated and acclaimed performing arts groups today.

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater in Alvin Ailey's The River. Photo by Paul Kolnik_3 copy

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Posted in Music & Art, Play

Assassins at The Costa Mesa Playhouse

Posted on March 7, 2014 | 10:27am

From theater patron to director, David Blair has played many roles at the Costa Mesa Playhouse.  When Blair went to see a production 8 years ago, the passion and talent of the actors inspired him. He knew that he wanted to be a part of the community theater, so he auditioned for a show.  After 6 years at the Costa Mesa Playhouse, Blair has done a little bit of everything to keep audiences entertained, including acting and directing as well as duties away from the spotlight like working the box office and recruiting volunteers.

Assassins

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Posted in Locals, Music & Art

UVSA Tet Festival at the OC Fair & Event Center in Costa Mesa

Posted on February 10, 2014 | 10:52am

The Tet Festival of Southern California is recognized as the world’s Tet Festival outside of Vietnam.  This year, the annual event was held at the OC Fair & Event Center in Costa Mesa.  The three-day festival is a grand celebration of Vietnamese culture and draws over 100,000 people throughout the weekend.

Tet Festival

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The Wizard of Oz at Segerstrom Center for the Arts

Posted on February 6, 2014 | 1:53pm

The yellow brick road passes through the City of the Arts as one of the most beloved Broadway musicals of all time, The Wizard of Oz, returns to Segerstrom Center for the Arts with performances beginning February 11, 2014.

Wizard of Oz, Mirvish Productions Toronto

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The Year of the Horse at South Coast Plaza

Posted on January 24, 2014 | 11:37am

You don’t have to travel to China to celebrate the Lunar New Year.  With a variety of festive events including live entertainment, exhibits, prizes and more, all you have to do is visit South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa to commemorate the Year of the Horse.  This year will be the fifth consecutive year that South Coast Plaza celebrates the Lunar New Year by incorporating dazzling Chinese displays throughout the shopping center, with many individual retailers offering shopping specials.

Dancers Perform for the Year of the Horse at South Coast Plaza

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