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The Great Race: A Chinese New Year Adventure | Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Costa Mesa
January 31 & February 1: Join characters, Po Po and Kung Kung, as they celebrate Chinese New Year by making dumplings and sharing the story of The Great Race with their grandkids, Freddie and Ivy. The show weaves a family celebration with a re-telling of one of the most beloved tales in Chinese folklore - the origin story of the Chinese Zodiac.
Fiesta Navidad at Segerstrom
December 23: 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.
American Ballet Theatre’s The Nutcracker
DECEMBER 11-21 - Celebrating its 10th season at Segerstrom Center, SoCal’s favorite holiday tradition returns with American Ballet Theatre’s critically acclaimed production of The Nutcracker. American Ballet Theatre’s The Nutcracker is one of the great joys of the holiday season. Make a memory with your loved ones!
Nutcracker for Kids at Segerstrom Center for the Arts
December 6: 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.
Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! The Musical! at Segerstom Center
NOVEMBER 15-16 - With a script written by Mo Willems, the creator of the #1 New York Times best-selling, Caldecott Honor award-winning "Pigeon" picture books, and featuring an innovative mix of songs and feathers, Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! The Musical! is sure to get everyone's wings flapping.
Disney’s Fantasia in Concert at Segerstrom Center for the Arts
October 18: Hear the Pacific Symphony perform Disney’s Fantasia in Concert, pairing classical masterpieces with the animation.
Sonia De Los Santos | Bilingual Songs of Hope for All Ages | Segerstrom Center
October 11-12: Bring the whole family to Samueli Theater for an afternoon of bilingual, kid-friendly music from Latin GRAMMY nominee, Sonia De Los Santos!
All Abilities Celebration at Segerstrom Center for the Arts
July 26: Celebrate creativity, inclusion, and community with live music, interactive crafts, ASL workshops, and more—all designed to welcome guests of all abilities.
Tuesday Night Dance: Soulful Grooves at Segerstrom Center for the Arts
Tuesdays in June: Celebrate Black Music Month with free hip hop and jazz dance classes for all ages and skill levels. Adaptive options available for seated dancers too.
Beckman Arts and Science Family Festival at Segerstrom Center
May 31: The Beckman Arts & Science Family Festival invites innovators of all ages to explore the connections between science and the arts through fun and engaging performances, interactive exhibits, and hands-on activities along with other festival food and fun!
Groove & Gather: AANHPI Dance Fest at Segerstrom Center in Costa Mesa
May 24: Celebrate AANHPI Heritage Month with dance performances and workshops for all ages.
The Gruffalo’s Child at Segerstrom Center
April 26-27: Follow the Gruffalo’s Child on her adventurous mission in Tall Stories’ enchanting adaptation of the much-loved picture book.
Underneath a Magical Moon at Segerstrom Center
March 15-16: In this magical reimagining of Peter Pan as told by Wendy Darling, Wendy is the owner of stories, mother to the lost boys, a believer in fairies, and a young girl with her feet firmly on the ground.
The Magic City at Segerstrom Center for the Arts
March 1-2: Watch a miniature city come to life in this shadow puppet performance, exploring family, change, and imagination.
Pacific Symphony’s Lantern Festival at Segerstrom
February 22, 2025: Bring the entire family and join Pacific Symphony for the annual Lantern Festival featuring music, dance, art making, riddles, and food. The concert hall lobby becomes transformed for the festivities with floating lantern, the concert hall features performances, and the plaza outside will have fun activities and demos. Free admission, but tickets required to enter the concert hall.
Annie Musical at Segerstrom Center for the Arts
February 18-23: Little Orphan Annie has reminded generations of theatergoers that sunshine is always right around the corner, and now the best-loved musical of all time is set to return in a new production.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
Holidays Around the World at Segerstrom
DECEMBER 14: Enjoy a variety of live performances from local music acts and dance groups that celebrate holiday traditions from around the world.
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.
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.”
Jazzy Ash and the Leaping Lizards at Segerstrom Center for the Arts
NOVEMBER 2-3: Jazzy Ash and her band, the Leaping Lizards, invite the whole family on a lively, Crescent City-inspired musical journey! With her catchy tunes and rich storytelling, Ash brings to life traditional songs, rhythms, and rhymes passed down by African-American communities for generations.
Spider-Man Across the Spider-Verse in Concert at Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa
OCTOBER 27: Concert will feature the movie showcased on HD screen, complemented by a diverse ensemble of musicians and instrumentalists performing the film’s iconic score and soundtrack live. This lineup includes a full orchestra, a skilled scratch DJ on turntables, as well as percussion and electronic instrumentalists.
Halloween Fandemonium! at Segerstrom Center of the Arts
OCTOBER 19: A spooktacular celebration featuring music from Disney Animation, Star Wars, Harry Potter, Marvel Studios, and eerie orchestral classics performed by Pacific Symphony. Dress up in your best cosplay and check out themed activities for kids, including coloring, photo, and S.T.E.A.M. station.
Lila Downs: Dia De Los Muertos at Sergerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa
OCTOBER 13: Lila brings her unique interpretation of traditional Mexican and Mesoamerican music, with renditions of classic rancheras and her original songs to convey the concept of Día de Muertos. You're encouraged to come dressed in imaginative Día de Muertos costumes and make-up, to bring remembrances of their loved ones to share in the celebration.
Somebody Loves You, Mr. Hatch at Segerstrom Center
OCTOBER 12-13: This heartwarming puppet play from Vancouver-based Axis Theatre Company examines the effect that kindness can have on a lonely existence. Join washerwomen Betsy, Edna, and Molly as they bring Mr. Hatch’s story to life and help him search for his secret admirer!
Silent Scare Silent Disco at Segerstrom Center for the Arts
OCTOBER 4: Join Segerstrom for a night of hauntingly good fun with glowing headphones, eerie beats, and a costume contest. Get ready for a night of silent screams and non-stop dancing under the moonlight!
Mrs. Doubtfire at Sergerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa
SELECT DATES, SEPTEMBER 24 - OCTOBER 6: Everyone's favorite Scottish nanny is headed to Segerstrom Center! Rob McClure will reprise his Tony-nominated Broadway performance in this internationally acclaimed hit musical critics call "wonderful, heart-warming, and laugh-out-loud funny" (Manchester Evening News) and "a feel-good, family-friendly comedy that delivers" (The Hollywood Reporter).
National Dance Day at Segerstrom Center for the Arts
SEPTEMBER 21: Join this pumped up daytime dance party featuring live performances, workshops, plus ice cream truck, photo booth, and 360° video booth.
Disney Jr. Live On Tour: Let’s Play at Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa
SEPTEMBER 17: Mickey is getting ready for the biggest playdate ever at the Clubhouse with all his favorite pals including Minnie and Goofy, the Puppy Dog Pals, Ginny and Bitsy from “SuperKitties” and Ariel from “Disney Jr.’s Ariel,” but mysterious weather keeps interrupting the fun. Can Team Spidey from “Marvel’s Spidey and His Amazing Friends” find out who is behind this and help save the playdate?
Latinx Heritage Month Kickoff at Segerstrom Center for the Arts
SEPTEMBER 14: A vibrant celebration kicking off Latinx Heritage Month, featuring live music, dance performances, and a variety of local vendors offering free face painting, screen printing, and crafts.
Peter Pan at Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa
AUGUST 6-18: This high-flying musical has been delighting audiences of all ages for close to 70 years and is now being brought back to life in a new production.
Bluey’s Big Play at Segerstrom Center for the Arts
AUGUST 3-4: Join the Heelers in their first live theatre show made just for you, featuring brilliantly created puppets, this is Bluey as you’ve never seen it before, brought to real life.
Movie Mondays: Pitch Perfect at Segerstrom Center for the Arts
JULY 12: Enjoy hit movies, engaging pre-movie activities, and connect with partner organizations at their info booths. Treat yourself to tasty food truck offerings, refreshing drinks from George’s Café, or bring your own picnic dinner. Plus, don’t miss the chance to win exciting prizes!
The Muppet Movie at Segerstrom Center for the Arts
JULY 8: Enjoy hit movies, engaging pre-movie activities, and connect with partner organizations at their info booths. Treat yourself to tasty food truck offerings, refreshing drinks from George’s Café, or bring your own picnic dinner. Plus, don’t miss the chance to win exciting prizes! Movie starts at dusk (approx 8pm).
The Barber of Seville – Opera for Kids! at Segerstrom Center for the Arts
JUNE 8: Enjoy a show with catchy tunes, silly antics, laughs and more! Join Figaro as he helps Rosina in her quest for true love. Special activities for kids include coloring station, craft station, photo backdrop, and S.T.E.A.M. station.
Family Movie Night: Moana at Segerstrom Center in Costa Mesa
MAY 24: Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month with a family movie night featuring Disney's Moana, preceded by a festive evening of music, food, and free activities. Enjoy fun photo ops, local food trucks, and art making activities designed for young movie fans.
The Pa’akai We Bring at Segerstrom Center
MAY 11-12: The show follows a family with multiple generations of salt farmers on Kauai, mixing in ancient stories, hula, live music, original songs, and plenty of audience participation into a tasty potluck of performance, joyously served up with aloha.
Disney’s Aladdin at Segerstrom Center for the Arts
MAY 7-12: Discover a whole new world at Disney’s ALADDIN, the hit Broadway musical. Features all your favorite songs from the film as well as new music written by Tony® and Academy Award® winner Alan Menken.
The Boy Who Cried Wolf at Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa
APRIL 27-28: A famous fairytale comes to life at Segerstrom Center for the Arts and tickets are just $20! All set in a village of knitters, this wintery reimagining of a classic tale follows a young boy who learns that nobody believes a liar, even when they’re telling the truth.
The University of Wonder and Imagination at Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa
MARCH 23-24: Take part in this interactive theater experience with Professor Bamberg who'll be your guide on a magical learning journey. The choices the audience makes will create a unique course. You'll engage with lecturers, choose choose your study subjects, enter themed rooms, solve puzzles, and unlocking your magical powers as you go.
Paper Planet at Segerstrom Center for the Arts
MARCH 16-17: Let your imagination run wild in a world made of paper! Children and families are invited to create a beautiful world inside a forest of tall cardboard trees, using only paper, tape, and their imaginations.
Carnival of the Animals at Segerstrom Concert Hall in Costa Mesa
MARCH 16: Experience children's classics with colorful puppets, music, and playful storytelling. Watch a puppet artist whose work has been seen in SpongeBob SquarePants and Captain Underpants. Special activities in the lobby include coloring, craft, photo, and S.T.E.A.M. station.
Disney’s The Lion King at Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa
FEBRUARY 1-25: Giraffes strut. Birds swoop. Gazelles leap. The entire Serengeti comes to life as never before. And as the music soars, Pride Rock slowly emerges from the mist. This is Disney’s THE LION KING, making its triumphant return to Segerstrom Center for the Arts!
Dr Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical at Segerstrom Center for the Arts
DECEMBER 19-24: Discover the magic of Dr. Seuss’ classic holiday tale as it comes to life on stage. Featuring the hit songs “You’re A Mean One, Mr. Grinch” and “Welcome Christmas,” The Grinch discovers there’s more to Christmas than he bargained for in this heart-warming holiday classic.
123 Andrés at Segerstrom Center for the Arts
DECEMBER 9-10: 123 Andrés (pronounced “uno, dos, tres, Andrés) is an interactive family show designed to provide a fun opportunity for kids to learn another culture and language. Husband-wife duo Andrés and Christina are well-renowned for their tuneful songs and upbeat performances to cultivate an educational and entertaining experience for families.
Veterans Month Concert at Segerstrom Center for the Arts
NOVEMBER 5: With gratitude to local veterans, the celebration includes a free outdoor concert.
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