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Lunar New Year Festival | UCI
February 9: UCI's Lunar New Year celebration includes hands-on activities for kids, live performances like the Dragon Dance, and a Wishing Tree to add hopes for the year.
Tanzanite African Acrobats | Irvine Barclay Theatre
January 31: Watch East African acrobats perform towering human pyramids, rhythmic drumming, and dazzling stunts in a high-energy cultural showcase.
The Nutcracker at the Irvine Barclay Theatre
DECEMBER 6-24: A cherished holiday classic, perfect for all ages. Festival Ballet Theatre’s family-friendly breathtaking production features superb colorful scenery and dazzling costumes, which make this age-old tradition sparkle like new. Create holiday memories for your family by sharing the magic of The Nutcracker.
The Magic School Bus: Lost in the Solar System at Irvine Barclay Theatre
November 2: Blast off with Ms. Frizzle and her class on a musical field trip through the solar system. Expect songs, science, and teamwork in this fun, family-friendly show for ages 4–10.
DCOM: Live! (Disney Channel Hits) at Irvine Barclay Theatre
October 3: Sing along to High School Musical, Camp Rock, and Cheetah Girls hits live.
Barclay Block Party in Irvine
September 28: Enjoy family fun and live swing music at Irvine Barclay Theatre. FREE!
Festival Ballet Theatre: The Sleeping Beauty at Irvine Barclay Theater
April 12-13: A magical ballet of fairies, curses, and true love’s kiss—The Sleeping Beauty enchants audiences of all ages.
Doktor Kaboom! at Irvine Barclay Theatre
February 23: With overflowing five-foot-high test tubes, eye-spinning optical illusions, and a smoke-ring blowing air cannon, Doktor Kaboom! takes you on a riotous romp through the modern scientific method.
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!
Music of the March at the Irvine Barclay Theatre
JANUARY 13: Experience a tribute to Rev. Dr. King. Jr. and the Motown Sound. Journey through the civil rights movement and experience the power of Dr. King's words through the melodies of Motown Sound.
World Series Ballet: Cinderella at Irvine Barclay Theatre
NOVEMBER 8-9: As part of the World Ballet Series, Cinderella is performed live by a multinational cast of 40 professional ballet dancers gathered to bring the most celebrated fairy tale to life.
The Perondi’s Stunt Dog Experience in Irvine
SATURDAY, MARCH 12: See a cast of rescue dogs perform amazing tricks, big-air stunts, comedy antics, dancing dogs, and athletic feats.
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