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Shrek the Musical at Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa
NOVEMBER 22-24: Your favorite ogre is back in the hilarious stage spectacle based on the Oscar®-winning, smash hit, DreamWorks animated film. An all-new musical that feels both familiar and refreshingly new, inviting everyone to “fall in love all ogre again.”
Journey to Oz at Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa
NOVEMBER 23-24: A experiential show that puts the audience front and center by allowing children in the crowd to take on key roles, including Munchkins, Winkies, and even Dorothy.
Christmas at The Grove in LA
NOVEMBER 25: Annual Tree Lighting Celebration presented by Fox11 with host Lance Bass with a night full of special performances by Ryan Tedder, Maren Morris, Rachel Platten, Jesse McCartney, Abi Carter, Robin Thicke, Sheléa, Cirque du Soleil’s KOOZA and more. Enjoy the lighting of the Christmas Tree, the season’s first snowfall, an exciting drone show, a fireworks spectacular and Santa Claus’ grand arrival.
Anaheim Ballet’s Nutcracker
NOVEMBER 29-30: Enjoy Anaheim Ballet's full-length Nutcracker with the Symphony Irvine.
Bob Baker’s Nutcracker – Marionette Adaptation in Sierra Madre
NOVEMBER 30 - JANUARY 5: Enjoy a marionette adaptation of the ballet classic. It's Bob's most beloved holiday show since its opening in 1969.
Debbie Allen’s Hot Chocolate Nutcracker in Redondo Beach
DECEMBER 5-8: Debbie Allen has taken the ballet classic and given it fresh, new context with lively characters, new music by industry legends, diverse choreography, spectacular aerial arts and state-of-the-art projection to create an immersive, vibrant and memorable theater experience for all ages.
Dr. Suess’s The Cat in the Hat at The Phantom Projects Theater at La Habra Depot
DECEMBER 6-15: Based on the childhood classic, Dr. Seuss's The Cat in the Hat brings everything you loved about the book, directly to the stage!
Fancy Nancy Splendiferous Christmas at Chance Theater in Anaheim
DECEMBER 6-22: Ooh, la la! This year, Nancy is especially excited. After selling some of her old gowns and accessories, she has enough money to buy a brand-new sparkly tree topper. But when things don’t turn out the way Nancy planned, does Christmas still stand a chance of being splendiferous?
Nutcracker for Kids at Segerstrom Center for the Arts
DECEMBER 7: See Tchaikovsky’s Christmas ballet performed in a condensed version created just for kids! This concert finishes with a visit from Santa and annual holiday sing-along.
Kidz Bop Tour at the Youtube Theater in Inglewood
DECEMBER 7: Make memories that will last a lifetime at the ultimate pop concert for kids, and their grown-ups too. Sing and dance along as the KIDZ BOP Kids perform your favorite songs like “Espresso”, “greedy”, “Lil Boo Thang” and more, on stage.
Nochebuena: A Christmas Spectacular at the Soraya Nazarian Center in Northridge
DECEMBER 7-8: This vibrant holiday show returns with vocalist Camila Fernández, granddaughter of legendary Vicente Fernández. Enjoy The Soraya’s ninth edition of the beloved Mariachi-infused holiday performance that celebrates Mexico’s many vibrant regions. This year, Mariachi Pueblo Viejo joins Ballet Folklórico de Los Ángeles to bring music, dance, and traditional costumes to life!
A Christmas Carol at Long Beach Playhouse
DECEMBER 7-22: In this quick-paced, highly theatrical retelling of Charles Dickens’ classic tale, the ghosts of Christmases Past, Present, and Future show Ebenezer Scrooge the poverty of his material wealth and the blessings that come with generosity.
The Nutcracker by Studio Fusion at CSU Long Beach University Theater
DECEMBER 7-8: Get ready for a magical experience! Join us this December for a delightful production of The Nutcracker—a perfect holiday treat for the whole family! Featuring beautiful dancing, hilarious moments, and a story that captivates audiences of all ages, this is a show you won't want to miss! Bring your loved ones and make unforgettable memories together. Don't wait—secure your tickets today and step into a world of wonder and joy.
Happy Holidays: A Musical Concert at the LA Arboretum
DECEMBER 8: Enjoy classic holiday songs from Broadway shows, movies and The Great American Songbook performed a stellar cast of Broadway, TV and film veterans.
Merry-Achi Christmas at Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts
DECEMBER 6-8: The annual tradition Merry-Achi Christmas returns to Cerritos in a colorful Mexican holiday celebration filled with seasonal songs, dance, and festive merriment.
Once Upon a Mattress at the Ahmanson Theater in Los Angeles
DECEMBER 10 - JANUARY 5: Once Upon a Mattress sets an unapologetic free spirit loose in a repressed kingdom, reveling in Winnifred’s ability to charm and transform with willpower, honesty, and a little bit of help from her friends.
Disney on Ice: Magic in the LA Area
DECEMBER 12 - JANUARY 5: Beloved Disney characters come to life with thrilling skating, high-flying acrobatics, and dazzling effects. Join Mickey, Minnie, and friends as they journey through timeless stories, from Elsa’s icy adventure to Moana’s ocean voyage.
Narrated Nutcracker at Central Library in Huntington Beach
DECEMBER 5 and 13: Festival Ballet Theatre’s lavish 45-minute, narrated rendition of The Nutcracker is specially designed to introduce young children to the beauty of classical ballet and music.
Fiesta Navidad at Segerstrom
DECEMBER 14: One of Orange County’s most beloved holiday events, Fiesta Navidad, features the Grammy Award®-winning Mariachi Los Camperos in a concert filled with festive music and dance.
Holiday Concert on the Pier at Redondo Beach
DECEMBER 14: Enjoy this free community event featuring: live holiday music, activity books, holiday photos, sponsor giveaways, and charity toy drive.
Las Posadas at Heritage Park in Santa Fe Springs
DECEMBER 14: Celebrate Las Posadas with music, dance, and holiday crafts.
Holiday Music & Dance Extravaganza at Laguna Hills Community Center
DECEMBER 14: Enjoy an evening of holiday dance & musical performances. Pre-registration required.
Cirque Dreams: Holidaze Show at Fox Performing Arts Center in Riverside
DECEMBER 17-18: A holiday spectacular that wraps a whimsical, Broadway-style musical infused with contemporary circus artistry. Audiences of all ages will marvel at soaring acrobatics, gravity defying feats and extravagant theatrical production.
Sweet Honey in the Rock: Celebrating the HolyDays at The Soraya in Northridge
DECEMBER 19: Described as “one of the most dynamic, versatile, and still relevant a cappella musical collectives today,” the GRAMMY©-nominated African American vocal ensemble is known around the world for its blended voices, vocal improvisations, and choral-stacked spiritual/gospel and jazz traditions. SWEET HONEY IN THE ROCK® continues its 50th Anniversary tour at The Soraya with a powerful celebration of the “HolyDays.”
Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet at Wiltern Theatre
DECEMBER 20-21: Experience the international cast performing at the peak of classical European Ballet. Be transported by the magic of jaw-dropping acrobatics, larger than life puppets, and hand-crafted sets and costumes.
Navidad en Mexico at La Mirada Theatre
DECEMBER 21: This vibrant production celebrates Mexico’s festive Christmas traditions and folklore through music, song and dance.
American Ballet Theatre’s The Nutcracker
DECEMBER 12-22: Southern California’s favorite holiday tradition returns with American Ballet Theatre’s The Nutcracker. This magical treat for the whole family features an impressive cast of over 100 performers, incredible sets and costumes, and Pacific Symphony performing Tchaikovsky’s timeless score!
Long Beach Ballet Presents The Nutcracker
DECEMBER 14-5 & 20-22: This production boasts a full symphony orchestra, a flying sleigh, a real live horse, on-stage pyrotechnics, and a cast of over 200.
A Christmas Carol at Rose Center Theater in Westminster
DECEMBER 6-8 and 20-22: A Broadway-style musical adaptation brings to life the unforgettable story of Ebenezer Scrooge, a miserly old man forced to confront his past, present, and future by a trio of ghostly visitations.
Festival Ballet Theatre’s The Nutcracker in Irvine
DECEMBER 7-24: Festival Ballet Theatre's family-friendly production of The Nutcracker features colorful scenery and dazzling costumes, making this age-old tradition sparkle like new.
A Christmas Carol at South Coast Repertory in Costa Mesa
NOVEMBER 30 - DECEMBER 24: Join all your favorite Dickens characters—Tiny Tim and the Cratchit family, the Fezziwigs, the Ghosts of Christmas past, present and yet-to-come, and of course, everyone’s favorite curmudgeon, Ebenezer Scrooge.
The Illusionists – Magic of the Holidays in Cerritos
DECEMBER 29: Celebrate the holidays with the entire family in this mind-blowing spectacle featuring jaw-dropping talents, mentalism, and magic acts from acclaimed illusionists. Performances at 2 and 7 p.m. “The Illusionists … will blow your mind!” – New York Theatre Guide.
Rapunzel’s Holiday Wish at Laguna Playhouse
DECEMBER 7-29: Based on the beloved fairytale, this hair-larious tangled tale undergoes a Holiday Panto makeover. Prepare for a spellbinding journey as Rapunzel tries to escape from from her tower with the help from her friends Dame Betty and Simple Simon, all while learning her true identity.
Rose Parade Viewing Party – Southern California Children’s Museum in Pasadena
JANUARY 1: Enjoy a prime view of the parade, continental breakfast, open museum play, and fun-themed crafts.
Cat Kid Comic Club: The Musical at Kirk Douglas Theatre in Culver City
NOVEMBER 22 - JANUARY 5: From the creators of Dog Man: The Musical, this lively adaptation of Dav Pilkey’s Cat Kid Comic Club follows Cat Kid and Molly Pollywog as they attempt to teach 21 spirited baby frogs the art of comic-making.
The Peking Acrobats in Segerstrom Center in Costa Mesa
JANUARY 18: See masters of agility and grace display their artful athleticism, pushing the limits of human ability and defying gravity with their amazing acts of contortion and control.
Celebrating 30 Years of STOMP!
January 18-19: Matchboxes, brooms, garbage cans, Zippo lighters, and more fill the stage with energizing beats at STOMP: the inventive and invigorating stage show that’s dance, music, and theatrical performance blended together in one electrifying rhythm for the enjoyment of anyone at any age!
Slack Key Festival in Redondo Beach
JANUARY 19: Enjoy Hawaiian music, food, and shop island themed goods at the Island Marketplace.
The Aluminum Show at Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts
January 24: A feast for the eyes, The Aluminum Show combines visual theater, music and dance, and humor into a creative, multi-sensory experience.
123 Andrés at The Wallis
January 26: Christina and Andrés are 123 Andrés, the GRAMMY and Latin Grammy-winning duo for kids and families known for their interactive, high energy shows. They bring fresh original songs that blend Spanish and English, with an eclectic mix of sounds from all corners of Latin America.
Fraggle Rock Live at the Barclay in Irvine
JANUARY 29: When Gobo Fraggle discovers a legend about a long lost Fraggle treasure called the Great Song Stone, his pals (Mokey, Boober, Wembley, and Red) join him on an adventure to find it. This all-new musical stage adventure will welcome audiences into the incredible world of the iconic and beloved Fraggle Rock!
Fraggle Rock at Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts
JANUARY 30: When Gobo Fraggle discovers a legend about a long lost Fraggle treasure called the Great Song Stone, his pals join him on an adventure to find it. This all-new musical stage show is produced by The Jim Henson Company and written and directed by John Tartaglia.
Pacific Symphony’s Lunar New Year at Segerstrom
February 1, 2025: Join the Pacific Symphony’s annual festivities during the Lunar New Year. Enjoy a colorful performance of Eastern and Western music and dance.
Free Family Concert at Soka Performing Arts Center
February 1: Enjoy a free, family-friendly concert with live orchestral music, interactive activities, and engaging narration by the Orange County Youth Symphony.
Lunar New Year at Segerstrom
FEBRUARY 1: Enjoy a colorful performance of Eastern and Western music and dance during the Lunar New Year.
The Musicians of Bremen Live!
February 8-9, 2025: Inspired by the much-loved Grimm's Fairy Tale and set in the American Southwest, The Musicians of Bremen Live! features live music, story, song, and plenty of surprises. Set in the American Southwest, follow the story of four creatures who make an epic journey across the desert to a city where they become a famous musical band.
The Revolution Reenactment in Huntington Beach
February 8-9: Experience live battle reenactments, sword fighting, and cannon demonstrations as history comes to life. Meet historical figures like George Washington, learn about soldier life, and train like a spy.
KODO Taiko Drums at Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa
FEBRUARY 11: Enjoy a performance by Kodo—the world’s most celebrated professional taiko drumming troupe.
K-Play! Fest at Fairplex in Pomona
FEBRUARY 15-16: A festival for K-pop fans to share their love of their favorite artists! Enjoy different activities like dance workshops, concerts, karaoke, and meet K-pop creators and fan artists.
Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile: The Musical at The Colony Theatre in Burbank
February 15 - March 16: A celebration for the whole family, Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile: The Musical is packed with humor, heart, and showstopping tunes that will have audiences of all ages roaring with song.
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