Yuletide magic for the whole family! One of Orange County's cherished musical traditions, hop on Pacific Chorale’s sleigh for an unforgettable festivity featuring holiday songs old and new. Delight in joyful surprises and a visit from the Man in Red, Santa Claus!

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Tis the Season!

Segerstrom Center for the Arts

Orange County’s favorite yuletide tradition continues! From the first “Bah humbug” to the final “Wassail,” this timeless classic is sure to rekindle your holiday spirit. 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.

A Christmas Carol

South Coast Repertory

Winner of the 2022 Olivier Award for Best New Musical, four WhatsOnStage Awards, including Best New Musical, and the Broadway World Award for Best New Musical, Back to the Future: The Musical is adapted for the stage by the iconic film’s creators Bob Gale (Back to the Future trilogy) and Robert Zemeckis (Forrest Gump) and directed by the Tony Award®-winner John Rando with original music by multi-Grammy® winners Alan Silvestri (Avengers: Endgame) and Glen Ballard (Michael Jackson’s “Man in the Mirror”), alongside hit songs from the movie including “The Power of Love,” “Johnny B. Goode,” “Earth Angel,” and “Back in Time.”

Back to the Future: The Musical

European singers, dancers, and full orchestra.

With timeless music, dazzling costumes, breathtaking dance, stunning floral designs, Salute to Vienna New Year’s Concert returns to Segerstrom Center for the Arts for an unforgettable New Year’s celebration that will enchant and delight audiences of all ages

Salute to Vienna New Year's Concert

Immerse yourself in the enchanting melodies of Vivaldi and Strauss with the Pacific Symphony's "Four Seasons & Strauss" concert series. This captivating event will take place at the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall from January 9th to January 11th, 2025, with performances each evening at 8:00 pm.

Experience the vibrant depiction of the seasons through Vivaldi's "The Four Seasons," where each concerto transports you to the heart of Italy, capturing the essence of spring's bloom, summer's warmth, autumn's harvest, and winter's chill with unparalleled virtuosity. Following this, Strauss's "An Alpine Symphony" will guide you on an auditory journey across majestic Alpine landscapes, from the serene beauty of sunrise to the dramatic intensity of a mountain thunderstorm, culminating in the peaceful stillness of nightfall.

Enhancing this auditory feast, Tobias Melle's stunning visuals will be projected on a large screen above the orchestra, transforming the concert into a mesmerizing cinematic experience that promises to captivate both your eyes and ears. Additionally, the concert will feature Image Magnification (IMAG) on the big screen, offering a closer look at the soloist, conductor Carl St.Clair, and the talented musicians of the Pacific Symphony.

Before the concert, join KUSC midday host Alan Chapman for a Preview Talk at 7 p.m., providing insightful commentary and enriching your concert experience.

Featuring:
- Carl St.Clair, Conductor
- Dennis Kim, Violin
- Tobias Melle, Visuals
- Pacific Symphony

Program:
- VIVALDI: The Four Seasons
- STRAUSS: An Alpine Symphony with jaw-dropping visuals

Don't miss this extraordinary blend of music and visuals, a testament to the enduring power of classical music to inspire and move audiences. Secure your tickets now for a journey through the seasons and beyond with the Pacific Symphony.

Four Seasons & Strauss

Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall

Join the Pacific Symphony for a captivating morning of opera designed for kids with "Mozart & More Opera for Kids." This enchanting event is scheduled for Saturday, January 11, 2025, at the prestigious Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall. The concert will feature two performances, the first at 10:00 am and a second at 11:30 am, providing a perfect opportunity for young audiences and their families to experience the magic of opera.

Under the baton of conductor Jacob Sustaita, the Pacific Symphony, along with a selection of talented singers (to be announced), will take you on a musical journey through the greatest hits of classical music. The program promises to bring the genius of Mozart to life, alongside masterpieces from other celebrated composers. Audiences will be treated to narratives that highlight the revolutionary music that has shaped our artistic landscape, exploring the stories and characters that have enchanted audiences for centuries.

To enhance the concert experience, Image Magnification (IMAG) will be used on the big screen, offering a closer look at the singers, conductor, and orchestra musicians. This feature ensures that even the youngest concertgoers won't miss a moment of the action.

Before the concert, attendees can enjoy special lobby activities related to the theme of the concert. These include a coloring station, craft station, photo station, and a S.T.E.A.M. station, available from 9:00 am to 9:45 am for the 10:00 am concert and from 12:15 pm to 1:00 pm for the 11:30 am concert. These activities provide a fun and interactive way for kids to engage with the music and themes of the performance.

"Mozart & More Opera for Kids" is not just a concert; it's an opportunity for children and adults alike to revel in the stories, passion, and joy that are at the heart of opera. Don't miss this chance to introduce the young ones in your life to the beauty of classical music in a setting that's designed just for them.

Mozart & More Opera for Kids

Leopold is back to join Maestro Jake for a morning of enchantment, where Pacific Symphony brings the genius of opera's most celebrated composers to vibrant life. Featuring talented singers, each note is a journey through the greatest hits of classical music. Experience the stories and characters that have enchanted audiences for centuries. Pacific Symphony invites opera-lovers young and old to revel in the passion and the sheer joy that is the heart and soul of this great art form. With Image Magnification (IMAG) on the big screen for a closer look at the singers, conductor and orchestra musicians! Lobby Activities: Enjoy special activities for kids in the concert hall lobbies related to the theme of the concert, including a coloring station, craft station, photo station, and S.T.E.A.M. station. Activities take place from 9 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. for 10 a.m. concertgoers, and from 12:15 p.m. – 1 p.m. for 11:30 a.m. concertgoers. Pacific Symphony's Family Musical Mornings concerts are for the whole family (ages 5+).

Leopold Loves Opera!

Join the Pacific Symphony for an unforgettable "A Day in the Alps" concert on Sunday, January 12, 2025, at the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall. This unique musical journey, starting at 3:00 pm, promises to be an orchestral odyssey that will take you through the majestic landscapes of the Alps, all from the comfort of your seat.

Under the baton of Music Director Carl St.Clair, and accompanied by the stunning visuals of Tobias Melle, the Pacific Symphony will perform Strauss's "An Alpine Symphony." This piece is a musical depiction of an alpine adventure, complete with the serene beauty of mountain meadows, the peril of thunderous storms, and the triumph of reaching the summit. It's an experience of the high notes of adventure without the need for hiking boots or oxygen masks.

Before the performance, Carl St.Clair will provide insightful commentary, guiding the audience through the nuances of the piece, enhancing the listening experience. This concert is a 'peak' experience, offering jaw-dropping visuals paired with Strauss's powerful music, all performed without intermission for an immersive experience.

Don't miss this high-altitude musical journey with the Pacific Symphony. It's an opportunity to scale the heights of classical music through the imagination and talent of some of the finest musicians and creatives in the industry.

A Day in the Alps

A1978. Protests break out across Iran as five close girlfriends plan weddings, trade dirty jokes and try to live their young lives. As the revolution escalates, each woman is forced to face an uncertain future by staying in Iran or leaving it. In this enlightened comedy, Pulitzer Prize winner and Orange County native Sanaz Toossi chronicles a decade of life, as best friends become friends long lost, searching for the bond that once defined them.

Wish You Were Here

We couldn’t be more thrilled to have the Segerstrom Center debut of the Pacific Jazz Orchestra, LA’s new resident 40-piece ensemble for jazz and beyond. The PJO is the only orchestra of its kind in the country, and with its talent pool of musicians, Los Angeles is the only city where an ensemble like this can be put together, representing jazz, our uniquely American art form.

Pacific Jazz Orchestra Ivan Lin's 80th Birthday Celebration

A new musical about growing up and growing old (in no particular order), KIMBERLY AKIMBO is the winner of 5 Tony Awards including BEST MUSICAL.  It features Tony Award-winning book and lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire (Shrek), a Tony Award-winning score by Jeanine Tesori (Fun Home), choreography by Danny Mefford (Dear Evan Hansen) and direction by Tony-nominated director Jessica Stone.

Kimberly Akimbo

Itzhak Perlman, reigning virtuoso of the violin, presents his collection of traditional klezmer music, In the Fiddler’s House. Released more than 25 years ago, the album became a PBS special that earned Perlman his third Emmy Award. Perlman comes back to this project, offering audiences the opportunity to witness his masterful technique and remarkable artistry, but also “to see and hear a gifted musician experiencing the pleasure of getting in contact with his roots” (Los Angeles Times). 

Itzhak Perlman: In the Fiddler's House

“It is always impressive when a singer can take complete ownership of a song, but it is even more impressive when a singer can take complete ownership of an entire set list. Broadway actress Kerry Butler is one of these singers and proves herself worthy of her many Broadway credits.”

Kerry Butler

Experience the electrifying fusion of classical, jazz, blues, and opera with Symphonic Soul, a powerful tribute to African American artists whose contributions have shaped the very heart of American music.

Symphonic Soul: A Celebration of African American Artistry

Enjoy delightful chamber music with principal musicians of Pacific Symphony in the coffee-house atmosphere of the Samueli Theater. While you sip coffee and savor decadent desserts, your gifted host, curator and pianist Orli Shaham guides you on a journey exploring how composers influenced each other and changed the course of chamber music.

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Join us for Pacific Symphony’s annual festivities honoring Lunar New Year! Celebrating the Year of the Snake, this performance is sure to sell out once again as audiences from across our communities come together to feast on a colorful presentation of Eastern and Western music and dance.

Lunar New Year

Experience the majestic "Pines of Rome" with the Pacific Symphony, under the baton of Maestro Carl St.Clair, featuring pianist Jeffrey Biegel. This enchanting series of concerts will take place from Thursday, February 6, through Saturday, February 8, 2025, at the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall. Each evening promises an unforgettable journey starting at 8:00 pm, with a special preview talk by KUSC's midday host Alan Chapman at 7:00 pm.

The program opens with Bernstein's electrifying "Slava!", followed by the world premiere of Adolphus Hailstork's Piano Concerto, showcasing the virtuosic talents of Jeffrey Biegel. The evening continues with another world premiere by Pacific Symphony’s Composer-in-Residence, Viet Cuong, before culminating in Respighi's awe-inspiring "Pines of Rome", a musical depiction of the Eternal City's grandeur, complete with the sounds of an actual Italian nightingale.

Enhance your concert experience with Image Magnification (IMAG) on the big screen, offering a closer look at the guest artist, conductor, and orchestra musicians. This series is graciously sponsored by The Michelle F. Rohé Fund, ensuring an evening of powerful music that celebrates nature, new horizons, and the vibrant spirit of contemporary and classical compositions. Don't miss this spectacular blend of music and nature's beauty, a testament to the Pacific Symphony's commitment to excellence and innovation in the world of classical music.

Pines of Rome

Meet Ruffles - a hen with a voice that can stop a freight train. Lost at a crossroads, she meets Mule, Bobcat, and Coyote. Together they undertake an epic journey across the desert to the big city, following a big dream. They have hopes of becoming a famous musical band - but can they make it?

The Musicians of Bremen Live!

In “Warabe,” Kodo looks to its classic repertoire and aesthetics from the ensemble’s early days. This production blends simple forms of taiko expression that celebrate the unique sound, resonance, and physicality synonymous with Kodo—forever children of the drum at heart. Come and experience the soul-stirring rhythm of life firsthand.

KODO: Warabe

Kodo—the world’s most celebrated professional taiko drumming troupe—brings the thrilling heartbeat and thunderous vibrations of the Japanese drum to Orange County.

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Tis the Season!

Segerstrom Center For The Arts

A Christmas Carol

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Leopold Loves Opera!

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Segerstrom Center For The Arts

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Cafe Ludwig 2

Pacific Symphony

Lunar New Year

Pacific Symphony

Pines of Rome

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The Musicians of Bremen L...

Segerstrom Center For The Arts

KODO: Warabe

Philharmonic Society of Orange County

KODO

Segerstrom Center For The Arts