JULY 11 THROUGH 25
“HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD”
Transport yourself back to Hogwarts and the wizarding world with this live stage performance. The six-time Tony Award winner has won the hearts of fans with its imaginative story and interesting characters. Watch as Harry Potter’s son becomes friends with the son of his sworn enemy, Draco Malfoy, taking the families on a transformative journey full of magic and intense rivalry. As the pair navigates the newfound friendship, they attempt to use a forbidden Time-Turner with the plan to change the past, but they accidentally unlock a dark and twisted alternate reality. Segerstrom Hall, 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714-556-2787, scfta.org
JULY 6, 13, 20, AND 27
MOVIE MONDAYS
The Segerstrom Center for the Arts summer tradition returns with family-favorite movies to enjoy under the stars. The Julianne and George Argyros Plaza transforms into an open-air theater where anyone can bring their own blankets and beach chairs to sit back and enjoy a film, complete with preshow activities and local food trucks. This month will feature “The Parent Trap” on the 6th, “Men in Black” on the 13th, “How to Train Your Dragon” on the 20th, and “The Lizzie McGuire Movie” on the 27th. Julianne and George Argyros Plaza, 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714-556-2787, scfta.org
JULY 9, 16, 23, AND 30
OC PARKS SUMMER CONCERT SERIES
The OC Parks Summer Concert Series returns with a fantastic lineup of free concerts for the community to enjoy. The season will kick off with ’80s cover band Flashback Heart Attack at Mason Regional Park on July 9. Queen cover band Queen Nation will play on July 16 and Boy Band Review, the tribute act known for performing boy band hits, will play on July 23 at Irvine Regional Park. The final show of July will be the Beatles and Rolling Stones tribute act The Beatles vs Stones: The Greatest Show That Never Was on July 30 at Craig Regional Park. ocparks.com
THROUGH AUG. 9
ALANIS MORISSETTE’S JAGGED LITTLE PILL
The classic 1995 album by Alanis Morissette is transformed into a lively contemporary musical in this stage production. Set in a picturesque and wealthy part of Connecticut, the play stars Mary Jane Healy, a mother struggling with past traumas and addiction. With Morissette’s powerful music as the backdrop, the heartbreaking story of identity, healing, self-discovery, and empowerment unfolds. Chance Theater, 5522 E. La Palma Ave., Anaheim, 888-455-4212, chancetheater.com
JULY 10, 17, AND 24
SUMMER SOUNDS
The free outdoor summer concerts continue through this month with three more local acts. On July 10, experience authentic Polynesian dance and music with Mevina. The Orange County pop and funk band Undecided Future will play on July 17. Latin fusion musician Manny Cepeda will close out the month with his performance on July 24. Enjoy preshow festivities, food trucks, and outdoor games at every show. Julianne and George Argyros Plaza, 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714-556-2787, scfta.org
JULY 10, 17, 24, AND 31
OC PARKS SUNSET CINEMA
This month’s Sunset Cinema screenings are full of nostalgia and perfect for the whole family to enjoy. The brand new “How to Train Your Dragon” will screen on July 10 at Mason Regional Park. The Pixar film “Elio” is set for July 17, followed by “Twilight” on July 24 at Yorba Regional Park. The final movie of the month is the animated hit “The Wild Robot” on July 31 at Laguna Niguel Regional Park. ocparks.com
JULY 12
WYNONNA JUDD & MELISSA ETHERIDGE
The two icons of music are performing all their fan-favorite hits on their co-headlining “Raised on Radio” tour. Melissa Etheridge made her mark as an American rock artist in the late ’80s and has continued to win audiences’ hearts for decades. Expect to hear her songs such as “I’m The Only One,” “Like The Way I Do,” and “Come to My Window.” Wynonna Judd has been an icon in the country music scene for decades. Dance along to Judd’s country hits, including “No One Else on Earth” and “Tell Me Why.” Great Park Live, 8000 Great Park Blvd., Irvine, 949-274-6247, greatparklive.com
JULY 17
MIDLAND
Kick off the Orange County Fair festivities with the classic country music band Midland. The group is known for blending the beloved country and western sounds of the past with its own modernized twist. Throw on a pair of cowboy boots and dance the night away under the stars to “Drinkin’ Problem,” “Burn Out,” and “Out of Sight.” With Midland’s electric stage presence and lively music, the evening is sure to be a blast. Pacific Amphitheatre, 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, 714-708-1500, pacamp.com
OPENS JULY 17
OC FAIR
The Orange County summer staple returns to the OC Fair & Event Center for a whole month of food, games, shows, live music, rides, and more. Scope out the hundreds of entries into the agriculture, food, livestock, wine, horticulture, and art competitions, all submitted by locals from the community. In addition to catching daily concerts in the Hangar and demolition derbies in the Action Sports Arena, visitors can enjoy indulgent fair food, meet animals at Centennial Farm, and peruse the vendor halls. OC Fair and Event Center, 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, 714-708-1500, ocfair.com
THROUGH SEPT. 4
PAGEANT OF THE MASTERS
This year’s theme is “The Greatest of All Time” highlighting artists with unforgettable careers that have left a lasting impact on the arts. Enjoy the works of Michelangelo, Picasso, Monet, Norman Rockwell, Velázquez, and Van Gogh as they seem to jump off the canvas and come to life. The Pageant of the Masters perfectly combines art with theater as live music and a robust stage production create a truly unique live performance. Pageant of the Masters, 650 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, 800-487-3378, foapom.com
The post Top Things to Do in O.C. This Week: July 15th through 21st appeared first on Orange Coast.