Hotel Fera Anaheim - A Double Tree By Hilton

Join the Disneyana Fan Club for the Lunch with a Legend Ceremony, featuring engaging panel presentations and the prestigious DFC Disney Legends and Heritage Award from 10am to 4pm. The Saturday package includes all presentations and lunch, with tickets available for $125 for members and $175 for non-members (hint family membership is $20 so join and save some money). Discounted hotel parking.Sunday, October 4th we open the ballrooms of the hotel at 10am (9am for members) to 4pm with FREE Admission for our semi annual Disneyana Sale -1000's of Disney Collectibles for Sale - New, Used, Handmade, Pins, Silent Auction, Door Prizes&nbsp; &nbsp;Discounted hotel parking.

Local Event: DFC Expo Fall 2026

Orange County

California

DFC Expo Fall 2026

Join the Disneyana Fan Club for the Lunch with a Legend Ceremony, featuring engaging panel presentations and the prestigious...

Soka Performing Arts Center

This concert is presented by Hālau Hula Lani Ola
“Halau Hula Lani Ola” means “The Hula School of Heavenly Life” Hālau Hula Lani Ola presents a spectacular evening of Hawaiian dance and music celebrating their 28th Anniversary Hō‘ike.&nbsp;
Join us for an unforgettable celebration of traditional Hawaiian dance and culture. Immerse yourself in the beauty, rhythm, and spirit of the islands as their talented performers showcase a passion for the ancient art form. With a deep commitment to teaching, preserving, and perpetuating the rich heritage of Hawaiian dance and Native Hawaiian cultural arts, their dedicated team invites you to experience the enchanting world of hula like never before. Prepare to be captivated by the graceful movements, vibrant costumes, and mesmerizing chants that tell the stories of ancestors. Whether you’re a seasoned hula enthusiast or simply curious to discover the magic of Polynesian traditions, this event promises an evening of cultural immersion, education, and community connection. Mark your calendars and join us for an extraordinary evening of aloha at Hālau Hula Lani Ola! Mahalo nui loa!
Hālau Hula Lani Ola is dedicated to the teaching, preservation, and perpetuation of traditional Hawaiian dance and other Native Hawaiian cultural arts through education, demonstration, and community outreach programs.

Local Event: HĀLAU HULA LANI OLA 28th ANNIVERSARY HŌ’IKE

Aliso Viejo

HĀLAU HULA LANI OLA 28th ANNIVERSARY HŌ’IKE

This concert is presented by Hālau Hula Lani Ola
“Halau Hula Lani Ola” means “The Hula School of Heavenly Life”  Hālau Hula...

Laguna Niguel City Hall

🍃 LAGUNA NIGUEL WOMAN’S CLUB — JOIN US IN October! 🍁
Looking to make new friends, get involved in our community, and make a difference? Come meet the women of the Laguna Niguel Woman’s Club at our October General Meeting!
📅 Thursday, October 8, 2026 🕒 Social Time: 3:00 p.m. 🕞 Meeting: 3:30–5:30 p.m. 📍 Laguna Niguel City Hall
 30111 Crown Valley Parkway Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
Everyone is welcome — no residency requirement! We’d love to meet you and share more about the friendships, activities, and community service opportunities LNWC offers.
#LNWC #CFWC #GFWC #LagunaNiguel #CommunityService #WomensClub

Local Event: Laguna Niguel Woman’s  Club/ October General Meeting

Laguna Niguel Woman’s  Club/ October General...

🍃 LAGUNA NIGUEL WOMAN’S CLUB — JOIN US IN October! 🍁
Looking to make new friends, get involved in our community, and make a...

Laguna Niguel Woman’s  Club/ October General Meeting

The Laguna Playhouse

Featuring Opera Laguna’s Arnold and Oriana Geiss and the Laguna Beach Chamber Singers.

LAGUNA BEACH, Calif. – September 2026 – The Laguna Community Concert Band presents “A Grand Afternoon of Opera and Broadway” On Sunday, October 11, at 2 p.m. at the Laguna Playhouse, featuring a special collaboration with Opera Laguna’s Arnold and Oriana Geiss and the Laguna Beach Chamber Singers under the&nbsp;direction of Dr. Ryan Brown. 
Together, these talented and dedicated Laguna Beach arts organizations will perform an afternoon of well-known operatic and musical theater music. The performance celebrates the joy of bringing different musical worlds together—concert band, opera, and choral singing—creating an experience that allows artists and audiences alike to discover new connections.
The program moves from the grandeur and drama of opera to the storytelling power of Broadway, featuring music that captures passion, romance, celebration, conflict, and hope. Highlights include Verdi’s “Triumphal March” from Aida, Bizet’s vibrant ** Carmen Suite**, Saint-Saëns’ exhilarating ** Bacchanale from Samson and Delilah**, and&nbsp;Verdi’s stirring “Anvil Chorus” from Il Trovatore featuring the Laguna Beach Chamber Singers.
Opera Laguna’s Arnold and Oriana Geiss will bring the passion, romance, and exuberance of Italian opera to the stage with Verdi’s “Sempre Libera”and “Brindisi from La Traviata—a sparkling champagne toast filled with celebration, flirtation, and the joy of living—performed with the full ensemble of musicians and singers.
The second half explores some of musical theater’s most unforgettable stories through selections from Rodgers and Hammerstein, Andrew Lloyd Webber’s The Phantom of the Opera. These works invite audiences into worlds of discovery, passion, struggle, compassion, and hope, reminding us why great theater music continues to resonate across generations.
The collaboration reaches its fullest expression as the Concert Band, Opera Laguna, and the Laguna Beach Chamber Singers join together on a medley of music from Schönberg’s Les Misérables, combining instrumental power, operatic artistry, and choral richness.
“I am so excited about this collaboration,” said Jennifer Baker, Music Director of the Laguna Community Concert Band. “Our community is filled with talented artists and musicians. Bringing these groups together creates a unique opportunity to make music while inviting our audiences to discover something new. Those who come for opera may discover the depth and versatility of the concert band. And our band audiences will be moved by the power of opera and the beauty of choral music, especially in this unique setting.
“Ultimately, this is about connection—creating opportunities for people who love different musical traditions to meet each other and find common ground. It is a chance to celebrate the incredible artistic talent in our community and experience the magic that happens when we make and share music together.” A three time winner of the Laguna Beach Arts Alliance Collaboration award, the concert reflects the Laguna Community Concert Band’s ongoing commitment to build connections throughout the community. As Laguna Beach approaches its Centennial in 2027, the Band is creating new opportunities to connect the city’s many artists, musicians, and audiences—celebrating the creative community that has helped shape Laguna Beach for generations.
Now in its 27th season, the Laguna Community Concert Band is a volunteer nonprofit dedicated to enriching Laguna Beach through free live performances, music education, and community partnerships. The organization includes a 50-piece Concert Band and an 18-piece Jazz Band, presenting more than 25 performances each year throughout the community.
From Festival of Arts concerts and holiday celebrations to educational programs and collaborations with local arts organizations, the Laguna Community Concert Band continues its mission of making live music accessible to everyone and welcoming audiences of all ages.
“A Grand Afternoon of Opera and Broadway”
Sunday, October 11, 2026 • 2 p.m.
Laguna Playhouse
Admission is free, though a suggested donation of $30 is much appreciated.
For more information about upcoming performances, visit <a href="https://www.lagunaconcertband.com." rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">lagunaconcertband.com.</a>About Laguna Community Concert BandThe Laguna Community Concert Band welcomes musicians of all levels to participate in its Concert Band and Jazz Band ensembles.&nbsp; Rehearsals are held weekly, and new members are always welcome.&nbsp; For concert updates, information about joining the Band, or opportunities to support community music programs, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.lagunaconcertband.com./" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">lagunaconcertband.com</a>

Local Event: Laguna Community Concert Band Presents “An Afternoon at the Opera” 

Laguna Beach

Laguna Community Concert Band Presents “An...


Featuring Opera Laguna’s Arnold and Oriana Geiss and the Laguna Beach Chamber Singers.

LAGUNA BEACH, Calif. – September 2026...

Laguna Community Concert Band Presents “An Afternoon at the Opera” 

Mother’s Market & Kitchen

Join us for a free educational overview of Medicare and a time for Q&amp;A in the Cafe at Mother's Market. 
 
Some of the questions we will answer include: 
<ul><li>What is Medicare?&nbsp;</li><li>What does it cover?</li><li>What are the enrollment timelines?</li><li>What does Medicare cover?</li><li>How much will it cost? </li><li>What if I can't afford it?</li><li>Are there other options?</li><li>What other benefits are available? 
 
</li></ul>
Bring your questions and paper for taking notes. We'll share an informative presentation and answer as many questions as possible. 
 


No specific plans will be represented and no sales will take place - this is a truly educational event to help sort out the complexities of Medicare for beneficiaries. Reservations are desired but not required.

Local Event: Got Medicare Questions?

Got Medicare Questions?

Join us for a free educational overview of Medicare and a time for Q&A in the Cafe at Mother's Market. 
 
Some of the questions...

Camino Real Playhouse

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<table><tbody><tr><td><table><tbody><tr><td><table><tbody><tr><td><table><tbody><tr><td><img src="https://d1a8dioxuajlzs.cloudfront.net/accounts/1987/original/Dracula+V4_No+Dates.jpg?a=5756253&amp;b=1781793335&amp;c=aa36617f-fead-4e54-8f47-648c889d7&amp;d=0"></td></tr></tbody></table><table><tbody><tr><td></td></tr></tbody></table><table><tbody><tr><td>DRACULAA Comedy of Terrors OCTOBER 16 THRU NOVEMBER 1 2026A humorous reimagining of Bram Stoker's classic tale, featuring a female vampire hunter, Doctor Jean Van Helsing, who teams up with Lucy and Jonathan to confront the sexy Count Dracula.Camino Real Playhouse 31776 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistranowww.caminorealplayhouse.org(949) 489-8082President and Artistic Directorleslie_eisner@caminorealplayhouse.org</td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table>

Local Event: DRACULA - A Comedy of Terrors

DRACULA - A Comedy of Terrors


DRACULAA Comedy of Terrors OCTOBER 16 THRU NOVEMBER 1 2026A humorous reimagining of Bram Stoker's classic tale, featuring a...

CALLING ALL NEW &amp;&nbsp;PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS!
FOCUS DANCE CENTER&nbsp;OPEN HOUSE
Saturday, October 17, 2026 10:00am - 2:00pm
FREE Demo Classes, Tours &amp; Refreshments FREE Registration + Class Gift - $110 Value!*
FREE Demo Class Schedule (20 minutes each) 11:00 - Jumpstart Hip Hop - Ages 3 - 6 11:30 - Jr. Musical Theatre - Ages 4 - 7 12:00 - Pre-Ballet - Ages 4 - 7 12:30 - Hip Hop - Ages 7+ 1:00 - K-Pop - Ages 5 - 8 1:30 - K-Pop - Ages 9+Register for FREE Event Here:&nbsp; <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdJJmo6Tkq-0UeY5cl5Xv8EGDLCgZ-CcKJvUE81cYMvI6JDqg/viewform?usp=header" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdJJmo6Tkq-0UeY5cl5Xv8EGDLCgZ-CcKJvUE81cYMvI6JDqg/viewform?usp=header</a>
*Must PRE-REGISTER for the Open House + ENROLL during open house event to receive FREE registration + Class Gift.

Local Event: FREE EVENT - FOCUS Dance Center Open House

Irvine

FREE EVENT - FOCUS Dance Center Open House

CALLING ALL NEW & PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS!
FOCUS DANCE CENTER OPEN HOUSE
Saturday, October 17, 2026 10:00am - 2:00pm
FREE Demo...

Join us for a free educational overview of Medicare and a time for Q&amp;A in the Cafe at Mother's Market. 
 
Some of the questions we will answer include: 
<ul><li>What is Medicare?&nbsp;</li><li>What does it cover?</li><li>What are the enrollment timelines?</li><li>How much will it cost? </li><li>What if I can't afford it?</li><li>Are there other options?</li><li>What other benefits are available? 
 
</li></ul>
Bring your questions and paper for taking notes. We'll share an informative presentation and answer as many questions as possible. 
 

No specific plans will be represented and no sales will take place - this is a truly educational event to help sort out the complexities of Medicare for beneficiaries. Reservations are desired but not required.

Kali Mandir presents&nbsp;
MALINI AWASTHI a benefit concert for the expansion project
With captivating charm and a powerful stage presence, Malini Awasthi presents the richness of Indian folk music traditions.&nbsp;&nbsp;She is adept in various forms of Hindustani music such as vintage Dadra, Thumri, and Kajri Chaiti.&nbsp;&nbsp;Her knowledge of music finds reflection in her renditions of Ghazals and Sufiyaana Kalaam as well. &nbsp;
She has been recognized by the Government of India with the Padma Shri award.
This concert is a benefit for Kali Mandir, Laguna Beach.&nbsp;&nbsp;As a cultural ambassador, Malini Awasthi supports Kali Mandir’s Expansion plan for establishing a large sacred space in Laguna Beach.

Local Event: Malini Awasthi

Malini Awasthi

Kali Mandir presents 
MALINI AWASTHI a benefit concert for the expansion project
With captivating charm and a powerful stage...

Voco Hotel

Join us to honor, serve, and celebrate at this gala event featuring cocktails, dinner, music, and special presentations. This evening supports transitional housing for homeless veterans and patriotism programs, with tickets starting at $75 per person for early bird registration.

Local Event: 250th America's Anniversary American Legion Auxiliary Tribute To Veterans

250th America's Anniversary American Legion...

Join us to honor, serve, and celebrate at this gala event featuring cocktails, dinner, music, and special presentations. This...

250th America's Anniversary American Legion Auxiliary Tribute To Veterans

Bob Baker Marionettes have “enchanted children over nearly five decades” –&nbsp;The New York Times
Back by popular demand! One of our most sought after family shows. Complimentary balloon twisting at 2:30 pm and free snacks!
Bob Baker Marionette Theater, founded by Bob Baker and Alton Wood in 1963, is the oldest children’s theater company in Los Angeles, and in June of 2009 the theater was designated a Los Angeles Historic-Cultural Monument. With boundless imagination and wonder, Bob Baker Marionettes have been telling stories and entertaining children and adults for over 60 years. Kids get to move around and interact with the beautifully crafted marionettes. Handled by master puppeteers, the marionettes are always the stars of the show and captivate children in simple yet fascinating ways.

Local Event: Bob Baker Marionettes

Bob Baker Marionettes

Bob Baker Marionettes have “enchanted children over nearly five decades” – The New York Times
Back by popular demand! One of...

Now in its 56th season, the Orange County Youth&nbsp;Symphony&nbsp;and String Ensemble spotlight both new and returning members in an exciting concert led by Johannes Müller Stosch and Lucy Lu—marking the start of an ambitious year of performances and engagements.&nbsp;
PROGRAM
Orange County Youth String Ensemble
NAZARETH (arr. Carrie Lane Gruselle):&nbsp;Two Brazilian Tangos
Edvard GRIEG:&nbsp;Holberg Suite, Op. 40
Richard MEYER:&nbsp;Incantations
Orange County Youth Symphony
Edvard GRIEG:&nbsp;Peer Gynt&nbsp;Suite No. 2, Op. 55
Antonín DVOŘÁK:&nbsp;Symphony No. 9 in E minor, “From the New World”
JOHANNES MÜLLER STOSCH&nbsp;
Music Director and OCYS Conductor
Johannes Müller Stosch is a passionate educator, mentor, and conductor, dedicated to shaping the next generation of orchestral musicians. As Music Director and Conductor of the Orange County Youth Symphony (OCYS), he leads one of California’s premier youth orchestras, inspiring young musicians through exceptional training and transformative performance experiences. Since his appointment in 2019, he has expanded OCYS’s artistic vision, fostering excellence in symphonic repertoire, collaboration, and community engagement. In 2024, OCYS embarked on a landmark international tour, performing in Germany, Austria, and the Czech Republic, showcasing the orchestra’s talent on the global stage.
LUCY LU
OCYSE Conductor &amp; OCYS String Coach
Lucy Lu is an active teacher, soloist, chamber and orchestral musician. Ms. Lu’s performances took her to several cities around the United States, China, and Europe to play in some of the greatest concert halls. She served as Concertmaster of the Bellflower Symphony Orchestra Collective of Orange Country and is the 1st violinist of Plaża String Quartet. Ms. Lu has performed with the Nie’Er Symphony Orchestra in China, Four Seasons Youth Orchestra, LA Chamber Choir, and Celestial Opera Company as a violin soloist and has performed at places such as the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, Cerritos Performing Art Center, Irvine Barclay Theatre, Musco Center of the Arts, Carpenter Performing Arts Center in the Los Angeles area. Ms. Lu also performs with the Dana Point Symphony Orchestra, Millennium Choir and Orchestra, Corona Symphony, La Mirada Symphony, and Rio Honda Symphony Orchestra.

Local Event: Orange County Youth Symphony & String Ensemble Fall Concert

Orange County Youth Symphony & String Ensemble...

Now in its 56th season, the Orange County Youth Symphony and String Ensemble spotlight both new and returning members in an...

Orange County Youth Symphony & String Ensemble Fall Concert

“The world’s only period‑instrument rock band.” –&nbsp; San Francisco Classical Voice (on Ruckus)
Taking Bach out of the museum&nbsp;and infusing his music with equal parts tradition, funk, whimsy, and fun, Emi Ferguson and Ruckus take you on a wild romp through some of Bach’s most playful and transcendent works. With ever evolving&nbsp;arrangements of Bach’s Flute Sonatas and Keyboard Preludes, orchestrated for baroque flute and the forces of Ruckus that include theorbos, baroque guitars, baroque bassoon, cello, viola da gamba, harpsichord, organ, bass, and even banjo.
Ruckus, the super-powered baroque rhythm section, explodes Bach’s single bass line into a&nbsp;rainbow&nbsp;of textures and colors, continually shifting like light over the landscape as Ferguson’s flute lines dance above. Contrasting the three flute sonatas on the album are new arrangements of a variety of Bach’s keyboard preludes, with selections ranging from the beloved&nbsp;Well Tempered Clavier&nbsp;to alternate movements from keyboard suites that are rarely performed.
RUCKUS&nbsp;-&nbsp;Chamber Ensemble
Ruckus is a shapeshifting, collaborative baroque ensemble with a visceral and playful approach to early music. Described as “the world’s only period-instrument rock band” (San Francisco Classical Voice), Ruckus’ core is a continuo group, the baroque equivalent of a jazz rhythm section: guitars, keyboards, cello, bassoon and bass. The NYC-based ensemble aims to fuse the early-music movement’s questing, creative spirit with the grit, groove and jangle of American roots music, creating a unique sound of “rough-edged intensity” (New Yorker) that’s “achingly delicate one moment, incisive and punchy the next” (New York Times). The group’s members are among the most creative and virtuosic performers in North American early music.&nbsp;
EMI FERGUSON - Flute
Emi Ferguson is on a mission to shake up classical music. Whether playing modern or historical flutes, singing, composing, or speaking about music, she brings centuries of music to life with an adventurous spirit and a fresh perspective. Her performances, ranging from Baroque masterpieces to brand-new commissions are anything but predictable, blending historical performance with a fearless, modern edge.
A 2023 recipient of the Avery Fisher Career Grant, Emi thrives as both a soloist and a collaborator, appearing at major festivals and concert halls around the world. She performs regularly with AMOC*, Ruckus, the New York New Music Ensemble, the Handel and Haydn Society (where she is principal flute), and the Manhattan Chamber Players. As music director of Camerata Pacifica Baroque, she curates bold, genre-defying programs that highlight the Baroque for Southern California chamber music audiences.

Local Event: Emi Ferguson & Ruckus "Fly the Coop": Bach Sonatas and Preludes

Emi Ferguson & Ruckus "Fly the Coop": Bach...

“The world’s only period‑instrument rock band.” –  San Francisco Classical Voice (on Ruckus)
Taking Bach out of the museum and...

Emi Ferguson & Ruckus "Fly the Coop": Bach Sonatas and Preludes

<h5>An Evening with Pacific Symphony with Alexander Shelley, cond. and Dennis Kim &amp; Yoomin Seo, violins&nbsp;</h5>
FEATURED ARTISTS: Pacific Symphony Chamber Orchestra Alexander Shelley, Conductor Dennis Kim, violin
Yoomin Seo, violin PROGRAM: BACH Concerto for Two Violins BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 4
ALEXANDER SHELLEY A natural communicator, both on and off the podium” (The Daily Telegraph”, Alexander Shelley performs across six continents with the worlds finest orchestras and soloists.&nbsp;

With a conducting technique described as “immaculate” (Yorkshire Post) and with a “precision, distinction and beauty of gesture” (Le Devoir), Shelley is known for the clarity and integrity of his interpretations and for the creativity and vision of his programming. To date he has spearheaded over 40 major world premieres, highly praised cycles of Beethoven, Schumann and Brahms symphonies, operas, ballets and innovative multi-media productions. In September 2015, Shelley succeeded Pinchas Zukerman as Music Director of Canada’s National Arts Centre Orchestra, the youngest in its history. The ensemble has since been praised as “an orchestra transformed … hungry, bold, and unleashed” (Ottawa Citizen) and his programming credited for turning the orchestra “almost overnight … into one of the more audacious orchestras in North America.” (Maclean’s Magazine). Together they have undertaken major tours of Canada, Europe and to Carnegie Hall, where they premiered Philip Glass’s 13th symphony.
Since 2015 he has served as both Music Director of Canada’s National Arts Centre Orchestra and as Principal Associate Conductor of London’s Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. In 2024/25, he also began his tenure as Artistic and Music Director of Artis−Naples in Florida, providing artistic leadership for Naples Philharmonic, as well as for the entire multidisciplinary arts organization. In August 2017, Shelley concluded his eight-year tenure as Chief Conductor of the Nürnberger Symphoniker, a period that was hailed by press and audience alike as a golden era for the orchestra. Winner of the ECHO prize and the Deutsche Grunderpreis, Shelley was conferred with the Cross of the Federal Order of Merit by German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier in recognition of his services to music and culture in April 2023.&nbsp; He regularly gives informed and passionate pre- and post-concert talks on his programs, as well as numerous interviews and podcasts on the role of classical music in society. During his time in Nuremberg, he hosted more than half a million people at the annual Klassik Open Air concerts – Europe’s largest classical music event. Born in London in October 1979 to celebrated concert pianists, Alexander studied cello and conducting in Germany and first gained widespread attention when he was unanimously awarded first prize at the 2005 Leeds Conductors’ Competition, with the press describing him as “the most exciting and gifted young conductor to have taken this highly prestigious award.”&nbsp;
PACIFIC SYMPHONY
 Pacific Symphony is the largest orchestra formed in the United States in the past 50 years and has earned national recognition for its adventurous programming, community engagement, and artistic growth. Founded in 1978, the Symphony has been led for 35 years by Music Director Carl St.Clair, one of the longest-serving music directors of a major American orchestra. In 2024, Alexander Shelley was named Artistic and Music Director Designate for the 2025–26 season and will begin his full-time tenure in the 2026–27 season, marking a bold new chapter in the Symphony’s artistic evolution. With a purpose to lift the human spirit through the power of music, the Symphony is a pillar of the cultural landscape of Southern California, enriching lives and bringing communities together through creative and diverse programming. As the resident orchestra of the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, the Symphony presents more than 100 concerts and events each year and a rich array of education and community engagement programs, reaching more than 300,000 residents of all ages.

Local Event: Pacific Symphony: Bach & Beethoven with Alexander Shelley, cond. 

Pacific Symphony: Bach & Beethoven with...

An Evening with Pacific Symphony with Alexander Shelley, cond. and Dennis Kim & Yoomin Seo, violins 
FEATURED ARTISTS:  Pacific...

Pacific Symphony: Bach & Beethoven with Alexander Shelley, cond. 

“A bracing, fearless account…Mr. Li’s playing combined youthful abandon with utter command.” – The New York Times
PROGRAM
SCHUMANN:&nbsp; Abegg Variations,&nbsp;Op. 1&nbsp;&nbsp;
SCHUMANN:&nbsp; Davidsbündlertänze&nbsp;(Dances of the League of David)
DEBUSSY:&nbsp; Images,&nbsp;Book 1
MUSSORGSKY:&nbsp; Pictures at an Exhibition
With effortless grace, poised authority, and brilliant virtuosity far beyond his years, pianist George Li performs a colorful solo program.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Since winning the Silver Medal at the 2015 International Tchaikovsky Competition, Li has rapidly established a major international reputation and performs regularly with some of the world’s leading orchestras and conductors. Li gave his first public performance at Boston’s Steinway Hall at the age of ten, and in 2011 performed for President Obama at the White House in an evening honoring Chancellor Angela Merkel. Among Li’s many prizes, he was the recipient of the 2016 Avery Fisher Career Grant, a recipient of the 2012 Gilmore Young Artist Award, and the First Prize winner of the 2010 Young Concert Artists International Auditions.
Praised by the Washington Post for combining “staggering technical prowess, a sense of command and depth of expression,” pianist George Li possesses an effortless grace, poised authority, and brilliant virtuosity far beyond his years. Since winning the Silver Medal at the 2015 International Tchaikovsky Competition, Li has rapidly established a major international reputation and performs regularly with some of the world’s leading orchestras and conductors, such as Dudamel, Gaffigan, Gergiev, Gimeno, Honeck, Orozco-Estrada, Petrenko, Robertson, Pintscher, Slatkin, Temirkanov, Tilson Thomas, Long Yu, and Xian Zhang.&nbsp;

Local Event: George Li, piano

George Li, piano

“A bracing, fearless account…Mr. Li’s playing combined youthful abandon with utter command.” – The New York...

Back by popular demand and quickly becoming a cherished holiday tradition, this annual show is a favorite among Soka Performing Arts Center patrons. This performance will sell out, so get your tickets early!
 FEATURED ARTISTS Eric Rigler,&nbsp;uilleann pipes, Scottish small-pipes, whistles Dirk Freymuth,&nbsp;acoustic guitars Lily Honigberg,&nbsp;fiddle James Yoshizawa,&nbsp;bodhrán, bones, percussion Hannah Crowley,&nbsp;vocals
ABOUT
Dubbed the “World’s Most Recorded Piper,” Eric Rigler (known for his work on Lord of the Rings: Rings of Power, Outlander, Braveheart, Titanic) teams up once again with the multi-talented guitarist Dirk Freymuth to bring you an unforgettable night of Celtic holiday cheer.&nbsp;Reflecting on his connection with Soka PAC, Eric shared:
“I feel very fortunate to perform at some of the finest concert halls around the world, and one of my favorites is right here at home. Soka Performing Arts Center is the perfect venue for my holiday show, “A Celtic Christmas,” and it’s wonderful to witness so many of the audience who make it an annual family event. Thank you!” Drawing from traditional Irish and Scottish melodies featured in their PBS special, Celtic Journeys: Songs &amp; Soundtracks, as well as themes from Eric’s extensive motion picture and television soundtracks, the artists will perform festive music from the Christmas traditions of the British Isles, Ireland, and other Celtic nations around Europe.

With Eric enchanting on the Irish uilleann pipes, Scottish small-pipes, and whistles, and Dirk captivating on the acoustic guitar, joined by special guests on vocals, fiddle and Irish percussion, this promises to be a magical evening perfect for celebrating the holiday season with your family.
An audience favorite, this show sells out yearly, so get your tickets early!

Local Event: Celtic Christmas

Celtic Christmas

Back by popular demand and quickly becoming a cherished holiday tradition, this annual show is a favorite among Soka Performing...

SEONG-JIN CHO
Seong-Jin Cho is one of the leading pianists of his generation, internationally acclaimed for his poetic artistry, technical brilliance, and expressive interpretations. He rose to worldwide prominence after winning First Prize at the 2015 Chopin International Piano Competition in Warsaw, launching a career that has taken him to the world’s most prestigious concert halls and orchestras.
An exclusive Deutsche Grammophon artist, Cho has performed with renowned ensembles including the Berlin Philharmonic, Vienna Philharmonic, London Symphony Orchestra, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Boston Symphony Orchestra, and Los Angeles Philharmonic. He regularly collaborates with distinguished conductors such as Gustavo Dudamel, Andris Nelsons, Sir Simon Rattle, Yannick Nézet-Séguin, and Myung-Whun Chung. In recognition of his outstanding contributions to classical music, he received the Samsung Ho-Am Prize in the Arts in 2023.
Cho’s award-winning discography features works by Chopin, Mozart, Debussy, Handel, Schubert, and Ravel. His recording of Ravel’s complete solo piano works and concertos earned the 2025 Opus Klassik Instrumentalist of the Year award. Born in Seoul in 1994, Cho began studying piano at the age of six, later studying with Michel Béroff at the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique et de Danse de Paris. He is currently based in Berlin.

Local Event: Seong-Jin Cho, piano

Seong-Jin Cho, piano

SEONG-JIN CHO
Seong-Jin Cho is one of the leading pianists of his generation, internationally acclaimed for his poetic...

<h2>THIS CONCERT IS CO-PRESENTED WITH THE PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY OF ORANGE COUNTY&nbsp;</h2>
<h2>FEATURED PERFORMERS</h2>
Orange County Youth Symphony
Join us for a free family concert that brings the magic of orchestral music to life! Featuring the incredible talents of the Orange County Youth Symphony, this interactive performance welcomes audiences of all ages—whether it’s their first encounter with classical music or a joyful return to familiar favorites.
Arrive an hour early to participate in our lobby activities, including an interactive instrument experience, arts and crafts, photo opportunities, and more!
Tickets are free; reservations are required for entry.
JOHANNES MÜLLER STOSCH&nbsp;
Music Director and OCYS Conductor
Johannes Müller Stosch is a passionate educator, mentor, and conductor, dedicated to shaping the next generation of orchestral musicians. As Music Director and Conductor of the Orange County Youth Symphony (OCYS), he leads one of California’s premier youth orchestras, inspiring young musicians through exceptional training and transformative performance experiences. Since his appointment in 2019, he has expanded OCYS’s artistic vision, fostering excellence in symphonic repertoire, collaboration, and community engagement. In 2024, OCYS embarked on a landmark international tour, performing in Germany, Austria, and the Czech Republic, showcasing the orchestra’s talent on the global stage.

Local Event: Free Family Concert with OC Youth Symphony 

Free Family Concert with OC Youth Symphony 

THIS CONCERT IS CO-PRESENTED WITH THE PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY OF ORANGE COUNTY 
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“Jazzy Ash fully connects with her own family’s roots yet incorporates those decades-old traditions into 21st century kids music.”- NPR
Jazzy Ash invites the whole family to come along on a Crescent City inspired, jazzy music adventure with her band the Leaping Lizards. She’s a talented and prolific songwriter as well as a musical treasure hunter, highlighting traditional songs, rhythms and rhymes that have been handed down by African-American children, adults, and musicians for generations.&nbsp;
Her latest album, Good Foot, pays homage to the solid gold sounds of Black American music in the 1950s and 1960s. From Motown to doo-wop, rock-and-roll and touching on the early days of funk, Jazzy Ash has tapped into the soul of these music genres. With her signature powerful vocals, rock solid musicianship and good old fashioned fun, Jazzy Ash truly engages audiences of all ages. “I’m still so blown away this kind of music, which is so full of life and joy, was created during one of the most socially and politically chaotic eras in American history- especially for Black people,” says Ash.“They found ways to have hope and happiness, even through the most difficult times.That’s what we need right now.”
An early childhood education specialist and ukulele instructor, Jazzy Ash offers beginning ukulele workshops for teachers, librarians and students of all ages.
Ashli St. Armant is also known for her award-winning work in children’s education and entertainment, including the creation of <a href="https://www.dandelionartists.com/north" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">NORTH The Musical</a>, which&nbsp; premiered in 2022. Commissioned by Lied Center of Kansas, Chandler Center for the Arts, Segerstrom Center for the Arts, and Playhouse Square, NORTH follows the journey of a precocious teenage boy named Lawrence and his young mother, Minnie, as they escape the Deep South and travel North through the Underground Railroad, to seek their freedom. NORTH is based on actual accounts of slave escapes through the Underground Railroad network.&nbsp;&nbsp;
She is also a celebrated author and well known for her Audible mystery series, Viva Durant, which includes New York Times bestselling story, Viva Durant and the Secret of the Silver Buttons.

Local Event: Jazzy Ash

Jazzy Ash

“Jazzy Ash fully connects with her own family’s roots yet incorporates those decades-old traditions into 21st century kids...

MAVIS STAPLES
Grim days call for fierce love. And Mavis Staples, one of the most enduring figures in American music, is laying it down. Sad and Beautiful World is the fifteenth solo album from a national treasure and multigenerational talent. On her new record, Mavis stands side by side with us in the face of dangers she knows all too well, at a time when more and more people have reason to wonder who and what could be lost.
Sad and Beautiful World was produced by Brad Cook, known for his work with Bon Iver, Waxahatchee, and Iron and Wine, among other artists. The record spans seven decades of the American songbook — a range nearly as vast as Mavis’ career — and includes reinventions of timeless songs as well as original music.
Now 86, Mavis has been performing since the age of eight. After starting out with her father Roebuck “Pops” Staples, sisters Cleotha and Yvonne, and brother Pervis in the Staple Singers more than seventy years ago, she’s the lone surviving member of the group, still carrying her family’s gifts and knowledge with her as a living heritage.
Inducted into several halls of fame (blues, rock, and gospel), a Kennedy Center Honoree, a winner of multiple Grammys (including a Lifetime Achievement award), Mavis is our musical history. She’s collaborated with nearly every major figure of her era(s), from Dylan to Prince, Aretha, and Willie — not to mention countless stars from subsequent generations.
Sad and Beautiful World includes cameos by artists who have become part of Mavis’ world, many of whom are legends in their own right. Buddy Guy, Bonnie Raitt, Jeff Tweedy, Derek Trucks, Katie Crutchfield, MJ Lenderman, Justin Vernon, and others shine a light on her, while Mavis does what only she can do. Embracing vulnerability, she sings close and deep here, drawing the listener into a circle filled with her unforgettable presence.
The first track recorded for the album, “Human Mind,” was written for and about Mavis by Hozier and Allison Russell. Paying tribute to the complexity of life, Mavis expresses faith in humanity: “Even in these days, I find / this far down the line, / I find good in it sometimes.” That magical last word — “sometimes” — shows her choosing hope, even with the disappointments that experience has brought.
Her take on Tom Waits’ “Chicago” flaunts her vocal prowess, opening the album with a high-octane journey North that her family actually made—a dream of a future, but one offering no guarantees. Guitar riffs from Buddy Guy and Derek Trucks layer the song with a musical legacy that rose out of that same migration, a migration that Guy himself also lived.
These are love songs for tough times. The title track, written by Mark Linkous (a.k.a. Sparklehorse), with its funeral-march rhythm and spare lyrics, finds beauty even in the midst of grief over everything that’s been lost. Mavis turns to Gillian Welch’s “Hard Times” to testify that “we’re gonna make it yet.”
On Kevin Morby’s “Beautiful Strangers,” she reminds those in danger, “If you ever hear the gunshot… think of mother / I am a rock.” Released over the summer, her version of Frank Ocean’s “Godspeed,” delivers a staggering benediction to those who stumble: “There will be mountains you won’t move. / I’ll always be there for you.”
“We Got To Have Peace”, written by Curtis Mayfield, her friend and longtime collaborator, is framed by Mavis as a plea and a psalm. Yet her take on Leonard Cohen’s “Anthem” carries a quiet fury that suggests choosing peace shouldn’t be mistaken for submission.
The album closes on two reflective notes. Mavis sings “Satisfied Mind,” a song made famous by Porter Wagoner, and delivers it from the perspective of a long life well lived, reminding listeners that fleeting glory makes for shallow victory. And with “Everybody Needs Love,” Mavis finishes with the joy she insists on spreading, reminding us that she’s here, that we cannot go it alone, and that we don’t have to.
It’s impossible to talk to Mavis’ collaborators without them bringing up the strength of her spirit and her generosity, growing animated over how much her songs mean to them. Allison Russell described hearing the Staple Singers as a preteen and finding out that Mavis had played a key part in the civil rights movement as a young woman.
Mavis Staples is more than a legendary voice—she is a living piece of music history. For more than 70 years, her powerful voice has carried messages of love, hope, compassion, and resilience. From performing alongside the Staple Singers during the Civil Rights Movement to continuing to inspire audiences today, Mavis has used music to bring people together and stand for something greater.
Now, at 85, she continues to make music and history, reminding us that it’s never too late to keep sharing your voice, your story, and your hope. Come visit an unforgettable spirit that keeps inspiring entire generations and the ones next to come.&nbsp;

Local Event: Mavis Staples

Mavis Staples

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