NOV. 11 THROUGH 23
“SHUCKED”
What happens when all of the corn begins to die in the corn-
dependent town Cobb County? How will they support themselves? The Tony Award-winning musical follows Maizy in her quest to save her town from despair. Maizy unfortunately finds herself tangled with a con man posing as a podiatrist in the big city while trying to find herself a “corn doctor” to save Cobb County. The show is known for its many corn puns and a beloved country music soundtrack. Segerstrom Hall, 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714-556-2787, scfta.org
THROUGH NOV. 16
“BESIDE MYSELF”
Gemma yearns for a life that is stress-free and easy-going, so when a medical procedure promises to cure all of her ailments and give her a fresh start, she jumps at the opportunity. Her dreams are quickly shattered when she wakes up to discover the surgery was successful, but only partially. While she does wake up a new woman, she also wakes to discover that her old self is still very much alive. The ridiculous comedy breaks down the complexities of finding and reinventing oneself. Laguna Playhouse, 606 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, 949-497-2787, lagunaplayhouse.com
THROUGH NOV. 16
“THE HEART SELLERS”
Take a trip to a bustling supermarket on Thanksgiving 1973. Two immigrant women, one Filipino and one Korean, both lonely and struggling, find each other between the aisles. Their husbands are stuck at work as medical student residents, and they are longing for a sense of connection. Their friendship unfolds in a time of uncertainty in this heartwarming comedy. South Coast Repertory, Julianne Argyros Stage, 655 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714-708-5555, scr.org
NOV. 6 THROUGH 10
“SOS: ANA TERESA FERNÁNDEZ”
Every year, the Laguna Art Museum hosts Art + Nature, an event dedicated to celebrating environmental awareness and artistic expression. The event features free activities for all ages and a special artist spotlight. This year, the museum commissioned artist Ana Teresa Fernández to develop “SOS,” incorporating sculpture, performance, and photography. The exhibit addresses our ocean’s dire need for help by translating “Save our Seas,” a take on the international distress signal, through art. Laguna Art Museum, 307 Cliff Drive, Laguna Beach, 949-494-8971, lagunaartmuseum.org
NOV. 8 AND 9
ARTISTIC LICENSE FAIR
More than 50 Southern Californian artists will be selling their works on the Muckenthaler Center grounds over the weekend. The event features dozens of booths where visitors can purchase jewelry, sculptures, paintings, handmade clothing, prints, and more. For more than 30 years, the Muckenthaler Center has been inviting local artists to the property for the free event. Muckenthaler Cultural Center, 1201 W. Malvern Ave., Fullerton, 714-738-6595, themuck.org
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