Musco Center for the Arts

Wrap up a lazy summer day with an evening of music under the stars, presented by Pacific Symphony. Join us on the Aitken Arts Plaza for a unique outdoor experience featuring familiar tunes, sing-alongs, and family-friendly activities. Bring a picnic, grab a lawn chair or blanket, and gather the whole family for a night of free music and summer fun!

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Symphony in the Cities

Wrap up a lazy summer day with an evening of music under the stars, presented by Pacific Symphony. Join us on the Aitken Arts...

BalletX, Philadelphia’s premier contemporary ballet, unites artistic innovation with technical excellence to forge new works of athleticism, emotion, and grace. With a versatile and diverse ensemble of 16 dancers, hailed as “among America’s best” by The New York Times, BalletX pushes the boundaries of classical ballet to tell today’s stories with passion, creativity, and exuberance.

Local Event: BalletX

BalletX

BalletX, Philadelphia’s premier contemporary ballet, unites artistic innovation with technical excellence to forge new works of...

The Blind Boys of Alabama are recognized worldwide as living legends of gospel music. Celebrated by the National Endowment for the Arts and The Recording Academy/GRAMMYs with Lifetime Achievement Awards and inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame, they have attained the highest levels of achievement in a career spanning over 70 years. Along the way, they have also earned six GRAMMY® Awards, including most recently in 2024. The Blind Boys are known for crossing multiple musical boundaries with their remarkable interpretations of everything from traditional gospel favorites to contemporary spiritual material by songwriters such as Eric Clapton, Prince, and Tom Waits. After more than seven decades of music, the Blind Boys show no signs of slowing down.

Local Event: Blind Boys of Alabama

Blind Boys of Alabama

The Blind Boys of Alabama are recognized worldwide as living legends of gospel music. Celebrated by the National Endowment for...

From Aztec dancers to spectacular mariachi, the Heartbeat of Mexico Festival has been celebrating Mexican and Mexican-American culture and arts with thousands of community members for the past ten years. With two stages and a program jam-packed with music and dance, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
De bailes Aztecas a mariachis espectaculares, el festival Heartbeat of Mexico ha celebrado el arte y la cultura Mexicana y Chicana con miles de miembros de nuestra comunidad durante los ultimos diez años. Con un programa repleto de musica y baile en nuestros dos escenarios, hay entretenimiento cautivante para todos los miembros de la familia!

Local Event: Heartbeat of Mexico

Heartbeat of Mexico

From Aztec dancers to spectacular mariachi, the Heartbeat of Mexico Festival has been celebrating Mexican and Mexican-American...

Join us for a one-night celebration created especially to mark Musco Center’s tenth year. The Jubilee will bring together Musco Center alumni, local professional artists, and current Chapman University students in a shared performance that honors the artistic community built over the past decade. The program will feature pieces from Backhausdance, Intuitiv Artship, Ashley Faatoalia, Kyla Stone, and more.

Local Event: Musco Center's 10th Anniversary Jubilee

Musco Center's 10th Anniversary Jubilee

Join us for a one-night celebration created especially to mark Musco Center’s tenth year. The Jubilee will bring together Musco...

Hailed as a “truly exceptional tenor” by the National Review, Ben Bliss has established himself as one of the most exciting performers on today’s operatic stage, both in his native America and internationally. Ben has been cited as “an exemplar of the Mozartean tenor” for his “purity of tone, vocal control and artistic sensitivity” (Opera Warhorses). Ben was a 2021 recipient of the Metropolitan Opera’s prestigious Beverly Sills Award. His numerous other accolades include the 2016 Martin E. Segal award at Lincoln Center, the Mozart and Plácido Domingo awards at the 2015 Francisco Viñas International Competition, first prize at the 2014 Gerda Lissner and Licia Albanese-Puccini Foundation competitions, and the 2013 Operalia Don Plácido Domingo Sr. Zarzuela prize.

Local Event: Ben Bliss in concert with Christopher Allen

Ben Bliss in concert with Christopher Allen

Hailed as a “truly exceptional tenor” by the National Review, Ben Bliss has established himself as one of the most exciting...

Dobro master and 14-time Grammy® winner Jerry Douglas is a bandleader, producer, session musician, instructor, and a very funny guy! He’s produced over a hundred albums, and he’s featured on over 1,600 studio albums. He’s a member of Alison Krauss &amp; Union Station, co-bandleader for Transatlantic Sessions in the United Kingdom, founder of the Grammy®-winning bluegrass super-group The Earls of Leicester, and he leads The Jerry Douglas Band.
Since 2017, The Jerry Douglas Band has been forging new paths into the musical horizon with deep roots in bluegrass and folk that spread out into the Americana and jazz landscapes. In 2021, The Jerry Douglas Band released an album, Leftover Feelings, with legendary singer-songwriter John Hiatt. The album was nominated for a 2022 Grammy® for “Best Americana Album,” and their previous record, What If, also received a Grammy® nomination for “Best Contemporary Instrumental Album.” They perform at some of the top US festivals such as Telluride Bluegrass Festival, Pilgrimage Music Festival, Big Ears Festival, DelFest, FreshGrass, Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival, Merlefest, and many others. In addition to Douglas, The Jerry Douglas Band includes Daniel Kimbro on bass, Christian Sedelmyer on fiddle, and Mike Seal on guitar.

Local Event: The Jerry Douglas Band 

The Jerry Douglas Band 

Dobro master and 14-time Grammy® winner Jerry Douglas is a bandleader, producer, session musician, instructor, and a very funny...

Grammy® and Latin Grammy®–winning artist Gaby Moreno is a singer-songwriter and producer whose warm, soulful sound bridges English and Spanish. Since moving to Los Angeles from her native Guatemala, she has released nine albums and earned major honors, including a Grammy® win for X Mí (Vol. 1) (Best Latin Pop Album, 2024), Grammy® nominations for Alegoría and Illusion, and two Latin Grammy® Awards. A defining voice in modern Americana, Moreno has shared the stage with artists such as Tracy Chapman, Ani DiFranco, Mavis Staples, Buena Vista Social Club, and Chris Thile. Moreno’s work spans music, film, television, and theater. She co-wrote the theme for Parks and Recreation, contributed music to Orange Is the New Black, The Valet, and Guillermo del Toro’s Cabinet of Curiosities, and wrote and performed “El Saber” for the acclaimed film Radical. Her album Dusk, co-produced with Dan Knobler and featuring Oscar Isaac on “Luna de Xelajú,” marked a deeply personal chapter in her career and was followed by standout performances on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, and Good Morning America. In 2026, she makes her Broadway debut as Persephone in Hadestown, while continuing her advocacy as the first UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador from Guatemala.

Local Event: Gaby Moreno

Gaby Moreno

Grammy® and Latin Grammy®–winning artist Gaby Moreno is a singer-songwriter and producer whose warm, soulful sound bridges...

Mariachi Garibaldi and Ballet Folklorico del Rio Grande invite you to celebrate the holiday season with Campana Sobre Campana: Christmas in Mexico! Named for the beloved Andalusian Christmas Carol, this vibrant show weaves cherished Mexican traditions into a magical story of the season for the whole family.
Join us for an unforgettable program where every note and every dance step embodies the rich cultural tapestry of Christmas in Mexico!

Local Event: Campana Sobre Campana: Christmas in Mexico

Campana Sobre Campana: Christmas in Mexico

Mariachi Garibaldi and Ballet Folklorico del Rio Grande invite you to celebrate the holiday season with Campana Sobre Campana:...

The fearless Bang on a Can All-Stars celebrate the birthdays of minimalist icons Steve Reich and Philip Glass in 90/90, a two-part program honoring the groundbreaking work of two of the most influential composers of our time. Known for combining the energy of a rock band with chamber-music precision, the All-Stars deliver an electrifying exploration of two composers who reshaped contemporary music and who both turn 90 during the 2026-27 season.
The 90/90 concert is a two-part journey into some of Glass and Reich’s most adventurous and iconic works, offering audiences an unparalleled opportunity to hear these masterpieces performed by one of today’s most dynamic ensembles. One half of the program features representative works of Philip Glass, the other half shines a spotlight on Steve Reich, highlighting the innovation, energy, and enduring legacy of their music.

Local Event: Bang on a Can All-Stars: A Birthday Celebration of Steve Reich and Philip Glass

Bang on a Can All-Stars: A Birthday Celebration...

The fearless Bang on a Can All-Stars celebrate the birthdays of minimalist icons Steve Reich and Philip Glass in 90/90, a...

Bang on a Can All-Stars: A Birthday Celebration of Steve Reich and Philip Glass

Priscilla Presley has long been called an icon of the entertainment world—and in this intimate evening, she finally tells her own story. As the only woman to have married the King of Rock and Roll, Priscilla shares what it was truly like to love, live with, and lose Elvis Presley.
The evening weaves together personal film clips, private home movies, and footage from their life together—at home, on vacation, and with their only child, Lisa Marie—alongside clips from Priscilla's own career in film and television, including five seasons on the famed series Dallas. She speaks candidly about Elvis as a husband and a father, the challenge of being married to the world's greatest rock and roll star, and how she coped with the relentless attention brought on by fame. The night closes with an opportunity for the audience to ask Priscilla their own questions, as she continues her mission to share her story and preserve the legacy of one of the most famous performers the world has ever known.

Local Event: An Intimate Evening with Priscilla Presley

An Intimate Evening with Priscilla Presley

Priscilla Presley has long been called an icon of the entertainment world—and in this intimate evening, she finally tells her...

From French choreographer Hervé Koubi, Sol Invictus is a powerful exploration of luminosity and the bonds that unite us. Performed by Compagnie Hervé Koubi, an ensemble celebrated for its breathtaking virtuosity and refined, expressive clarity, Sol Invictus is a visually stunning and deeply human work that illuminates the invisible threads connecting us to one another. Named after the “invincible sun” deity, the work upholds love as the guarantor of peace, that despite fracture, communion emerges as humanity’s saving grace. The music score includes a composition by Swedish composer Mikael Karlsson, with excerpts by Steve Reich and digital composer Maxime Bodson. “I want to talk about light, solidarity, and those bonds that unite us,” says Koubi. “Here, the sun and the dance will emerge victorious.”

Local Event: Compagnie Hervé Koubi: Sol Invictus

Compagnie Hervé Koubi: Sol Invictus

From French choreographer Hervé Koubi, Sol Invictus is a powerful exploration of luminosity and the bonds that unite us....

Aquila Theatre brings a bold and compelling new adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson’s timeless tale The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. Written in 1885 and inspired by a strange and feverish dream, Stevenson created this Gothic horror to expose the treacherous and terrifying nature of a fractured self. Unable to quell his darkest desires, Dr. Henry Jekyll becomes convinced he can separate the good and evil within. Using science, he attempts to sever his two identities, unleashing a terrifying double life through the creation of Edward Hyde. What begins as a daring experiment spirals into a desperate struggle between the two identities as each battles for control and survival. Which side will win? With Aquila’s signature style—its bold physicality, top-notch actors, and inventive staging—this gripping theatrical adaptation dives deep into the human psyche, asking timeless and urgent questions about morality, repression, and the battles born out of darkness.

Local Event: Aquila Theatre's Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde

Aquila Theatre's Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde

Aquila Theatre brings a bold and compelling new adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson’s timeless tale The Strange Case of Dr....

Experience the Sublime.
"Stunning." "Breathtaking." "Pure magic." This is the visceral reaction that defines an Alonzo King LINES Ballet performance. If you’re looking for powerful, sophisticated programming, this is the one.
Known for a signature blend of sculptural beauty and raw emotional depth, Alonzo King’s choreography is globally unmatched. Never a cliché, King infuses classical ballet with new expressive potential and draws on a diverse set of deeply rooted traditions and cultural collaborations to create something fresh, powerful, and unforgettable.
Featuring gorgeous, world-class dancers, LINES Ballet creates an electric, living dialogue between movement and music that you won’t just see—you’ll feel. Join us for something truly unique, incredibly beautiful, and utterly original.

Local Event: Alonzo King LINES Ballet

Alonzo King LINES Ballet

Experience the Sublime.
"Stunning." "Breathtaking." "Pure magic." This is the visceral reaction that defines an Alonzo King...

Mariachi Los Camperos–led by Jesus “Chuy” Guzman and considered by many to be among the finest mariachi ensembles in the world–invites you for an evening celebrating the Golden Era of Mariachi music with composers and singers such as Agustin Lara, Maria Grever, Javier Solis and Manuel M. Ponce to more contemporary musicians like Juan Gabriel, Vicente Fernandez and many more. Los Angeles-based Mariachi Los Camperos’ abundant accolades, including multiple Grammy® awards and nominations and highly praised performances on premier concert stages, can easily obscure the fact that its leaders come from humble roots, deep within a mariachi tradition shaped by family and community.

Local Event: Mariachi Los Camperos

Mariachi Los Camperos

Mariachi Los Camperos–led by Jesus “Chuy” Guzman and considered by many to be among the finest mariachi ensembles in the...

LEE ROCKER….of The Stray Cats!
Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Famer Lee Rocker made his mark singing, playing, standing on, spinning, and rocking his giant upright bass as a founding member (along with Brian Setzer and Slim Jim Phantom), of the Grammy-nominated music group The Stray Cats, who sold over 10 million albums and garnered 23 gold and platinum certified records worldwide. He has since been named “Greatest Of All Time” in Bass Player Magazine’s 2022 listing of the top 100 bassists ever. Come hear Lee and his band perform Stray Cats hits like “Sexy and Seventeen”, “Stray Cat Strut”, and “Rock This Town”, plus lots of other rockin’ songs Lee performed post-Stray Cats with music legends from Ringo Starr and George Harrison to John Fogerty and The Rolling Stones.

Local Event: Stray Cat's Lee Rocker and His All-Star Band

Stray Cat's Lee Rocker and His All-Star Band

LEE ROCKER….of The Stray Cats!
Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Lee Rocker made his mark singing, playing, standing on, spinning, and...

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Symphony in the Cities

AUG

16

7:00 PM

Musco Center for the Arts, One University Dr, Orange, CA

BalletX

SEP

4

7:30 PM

Musco Center for the Arts, One University Dr, Orange, CA

Blind Boys of Alabama

SEP

9

7:30 PM

Musco Center for the Arts, One University Dr, Orange, CA

Heartbeat of Mexico

SEP

13

1:00 PM

Musco Center for the Arts, One University Dr, Orange, CA

Musco Center's 10th Anniversary Jubilee

SEP

19

7:30 PM

Musco Center for the Arts, One University Dr, Orange, CA

Ben Bliss in concert with Christopher Allen

OCT

15

7:30 PM

Musco Center for the Arts, One University Dr, Orange, CA

The Jerry Douglas Band

OCT

22

7:30 PM

Musco Center for the Arts, One University Dr, Orange, CA

Gaby Moreno

OCT

30

7:30 PM

Musco Center for the Arts, One University Dr, Orange, CA

Campana Sobre Campana: Christmas in Mexico

DEC

12

7:30 PM

Musco Center for the Arts, One University Dr, Orange, CA

Bang on a Can All-Stars: A Birthday Celebration of Steve Reich and Philip Glass

JAN

15

7:30 PM

Musco Center for the Arts, One University Dr, Orange, CA

An Intimate Evening with Priscilla Presley

JAN

22

7:30 PM

Musco Center for the Arts, One University Dr, Orange, CA

Compagnie Hervé Koubi: Sol Invictus

JAN

29

7:30 PM

Musco Center for the Arts, One University Dr, Orange, CA

Aquila Theatre's Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde

FEB

27

7:30 PM

Musco Center for the Arts, One University Dr, Orange, CA

Alonzo King LINES Ballet

MAR

13

7:30 PM

Musco Center for the Arts, One University Dr, Orange, CA

Mariachi Los Camperos

MAR

19

7:30 PM

Musco Center for the Arts, One University Dr, Orange, CA

Stray Cat's Lee Rocker and His All-Star Band