AUG. 22
THE BUENA VISTA ORCHESTRA
The Buena Vista Orchestra features 10 talented musicians playing piano, trumpet, bass, conga drums, and more. The group is led by Jesus “Aguaje” Ramos, who was the original orchestra leader, composer, and trombonist of The Buena Vista Social Club. Hailing from Cuba, the orchestra is best known for its dynamic Cuban rhythms. Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714-556-2787, scfta.org
AUG. 23 AND 24
THE VIC SKIMBOARDING WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS
Each year, skimboarders flock to Aliso Beach for the opportunity to compete in the Vic Skimboarding World Championships. The competition features amateurs and professionals alike with an 8-years-and-under division all the way up to the 50-plus division. There are competitions for both men and women, and in addition to winning in their division, competitors can win special awards, including best wipe out and best wave. Aliso Beach Park, Laguna Beach, thevic.victoriaskimboards.com
THROUGH AUG. 30
NEW SWAN SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL: “MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING”
Swapping Italy for the Wild West, the New Swan Shakespeare Festival’s rendition of “Much Ado About Nothing” is unique and hilarious. The play’s classic comedic love stories are refreshed with a live bluegrass band performing the soundtrack along with cowboys and outlaws at the center of the show. UC Irvine, Gateway Commons, Inner Ring Road, Irvine, 949-824-2787, newswanshakespeare.com
AUG. 22 AND 29
OC PARKS SUNSET CINEMA
The outdoor cinema series will continue in local parks this month with two more screenings. Irvine Regional Park will host a screening of “Shrek” on Aug. 22. The final screening will be of “Moana 2” on Aug. 29 in Bluff Park at Salt Creek Beach. ocparks.com
THROUGH AUG. 29
NEW SWAN SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL: “ALL’S WELL THAT ENDS WELL”
The one-sided love story follows Helen, an orphan of low social status desperate to find love. When the opportunity to marry the son of a countess presents itself, she does everything she can to pursue it despite his resistance, using clever tricks to win him over and secure a prosperous future for herself. UC Irvine, Gateway Commons, Inner Ring Road, Irvine, 949-824-2787, newswanshakespeare.com
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