MAY 30 AND 31
CANDACE BUSHNELL: TRUE TALES OF SEX, SUCCESS AND SEX AND THE CITY
The “real” Carrie Bradshaw will hit the South Coast Repertory stage to tell all of her wild stories about life in New York City, writing “Sex and the City,” and the world of fashion. Bushnell made her mark as a best-selling novelist and creator of the hit TV series. Her one woman show includes a South Coast Plaza shopping experience on site before the curtain, themed cocktails, fashionable photo opportunities, and a VIP reception. The show is a benefit performance for the theater. South Coast Repertory, Segerstrom Stage, 655 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714-708-5555, scr.org
MAY 28 THROUGH 30
SHELLEY CONDUCTS AMERICA AT 250
Artistic and music director designate Alexander Shelley and pianist Conrad Tao have developed a powerful program to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States. Experience the West Coast premiere of Raven Chacon’s “Inscription II” and Peter Boyer’s “American Mosaic.” The latter features stunning visuals by photographer Joe Sohm and a live narrator reciting iconic quotes from American history. In between the two works, the Pacific Symphony and Tao will perform Gershwin’s “Piano Concerto in F.” Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, 615 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714-755-5799, pacificsymphony.org
MAY 29 THROUGH 31
NEWPORT BEACH JAZZ FESTIVAL
This year’s festival features the largest lineup it’s ever had with 15 performers across three days and two stages. The featured artists include beloved jazz legends The Isley Brothers, trumpeter Rick Braun, soul singer Sy Smith, and many more. Hosted on the Back Bay Golf Course, the festival has a beautiful view of the water. In addition to the live performances, there will be a village of unique vendors and food on site. Hyatt Regency Newport Beach, 1107 Jamboree Road, Newport Beach, hyattconcerts.com
JUNE 2 THROUGH 14
“THE SOUND OF MUSIC”
The timeless musical, which was adapted into the popular 1965 film starring Julie Andrews, features memorable songs such as “Do-Re-Mi,” “Edelweiss,” “Sixteen Going on Seventeen,” and “My Favorite Things.” Watch Captain von Trapp and Maria’s heartwarming love story along with universal themes of resilience and the power of music. The Rodgers and Hammerstein classic will be directed by Jack O’Brien, the three-time Tony Award winner behind “Hairspray.” Segerstrom Hall, 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714-556-2787, scfta.org
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