Fall Theater Preview In Orange County
Theater is heating up this fall in Orange County as the weather starts to cool down. With Broadway hits, thrillers, dancing, acrobatics and family favorites, these are some of the hottest upcoming performances in OC.
Disney's The Lion King
Segerstrom Center for the Arts
600 Town Center Drive
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 556-2787
www.scfta.org
Dates: Oct. 6 - Nov. 1
This fall, the classic Disney story will be showcased live for the entire family to enjoy. With six Tony Awards under its belt and more than 70 million viewers worldwide, "Disney's The Lion King" is sure to impress with colorful costumes, top-notch performers, captivating backdrops and popular music by Elton John and Tim Rice.
42nd Street
Segerstrom Center for the Arts
600 Town Center Drive
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 556-2787
www.scfta.org
Dates: Nov. 10 - 22
Produced by a Tony Award-winning team, "42nd Street" will entertain with impressive talent and inspire audience members with its uplifting storyline. Join aspiring dancer Peggy Sawyer as she leaves her hometown and works towards her dream of being on Broadway. Her big aspirations come to life when the star of "Pretty Lady" gets hurt, and Peggy fills in to save the show. In addition to the positive story, musical hits will accompany the production such as "Dames," "42nd Street," "We're in The Money,” "I Only Have eyes For You,“ "Shuffle Off To Buffalo" and "Lullaby of Broadway.
A Simple Space
Irvine Barclay Theatre
4242 Campus Drive
Irvine, CA 92612
(949) 854-4607
www.thebarclay.org
Date: Nov. 3 - 4
Our bodies are capable of extraordinary things. "A Simple Space" proves just that with dynamic, intricate acrobatics, balance acts and athleticism that will amaze the audience. Composed of a team of talented Australian performers, this live showcase will challenge the laws of gravity with group lifts and tricks that will make you watch in wonderment. Check out a quick video of this must-see show on the website.
Night Of The Living Dead
Maverick Theater
110 E. Walnut Ave.
Fullerton, CA 92832
(714) 526-7070
www.mavericktheater.com
Date: Oct. 2 - Nov. 1
Get in the Halloween spirit at "Night of the Living Dead." This live take on the 1968 classic film will entertain with suspense, action, drama and horror. The zombies will frightfully light up the stage, and the choreographed fight scenes and gunshots will have you at the end of your seat. Be sure to grab your friends and family for this Halloween celebration like no other. Take a sneak peek of what to expect at the show here.
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Luis Bravo's Forever Tango
Irvine Barclay Theatre
4242 Campus Drive
Irvine, CA 92612
(949) 854-4607
www.thebarclay.org
Date: Nov. 27 - 29
This Broadway production conveys the storyline through the sensual art of Tango and live music, featuring vocals, and an orchestra. Spotlighting some of Argentina's most talented dancers, this performing arts production will draw you in with alluring visuals and precise, impressive movements. As stated on the website, the performers "inhabit a world where everything can said with a flick of a leg, the tug of a hand, the tap of a foot and the arch of an eyebrow." This longest-running tango Broadway hit is sure to spice up your day with sultry, sophisticated dance and music.
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