JUNE 19
BUJU BANTON AND STEPHEN MARLEY
Two icons of reggae will share the Pacific Amphitheatre stage to perform their Grammy Award-winning hits. Buju Banton took the world by storm when he entered the scene with roaring success. His songs “Champion” and “Untold Stories” earned him critical acclaim and a dedicated fan base. Stephen Marley, following in the footsteps of his father, is an eight-time Grammy Award-winning producer and musician who has hugely influenced modern reggae music with his pieces “Hey Baby” and “Break Us Apart.” Marley’s ability to blend hip-hop and soul with reggae has become a trademark of his career. Pacific Amphitheatre, 100 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, 714-708-1500, pacamp.com
THROUGH JUNE 21
HERSHEY FELDER: THE PIANO AND ME
Hershey Felder earned acclaim for his portrayals of music geniuses on stage such as Beethoven and Tchaikovsky, but for this performance, he will appear as himself to tell his own life story. The live production will cover Felder’s childhood in Montreal as the child of Hungarian and Polish immigrants all the way through to his life as a professional stage performer. The music of Beethoven, Bach, Mozart, Chopin, Rachmaninoff, and more will serve as the soundtrack to Felder’s portrait of his life and career. South Coast Repertory, Segerstrom Stage, 655 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714-708-5555, scr.org
JUNE 5, 12, 19, AND 26
OC PARKS SUNSET CINEMA
Bring your own chairs and blankets to enjoy a movie under the stars with food trucks, beer, and wine. The OC Parks summer tradition is a perfect event for the whole family. Each of the screenings will feature preshow entertainment, photo opportunities, character meet and greets, and a DJ. This month will kick off with the live action “Lilo and Stitch” on June 5 and “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial” on June 12 in Carbon Canyon Regional Park. “Freakier Friday” will play on June 19, and “Monsters, Inc.” will be shown on June 26 in Craig Regional Park. ocparks.com
JUNE 10 THROUGH 28
“RED”
In this play, the abstract expressionist Mark Rothko is in a dramatic and turbulent relationship with his assistant. They argue over everything from art to legacy. The famous artist is forced to reckon with his own ambition and genius as he grapples with his place in the world. Take a look behind the curtain at what goes into developing a masterpiece. The live drama brings you into Rothko’s workshop amid the chaos of creation. Laguna Playhouse, 606 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, 949-497-2787, lagunaplayhouse.com
JUNE 12 THROUGH 21
“THE BOOK OF WILL”
Ever wonder what went into preserving William Shakespeare’s legacy and works? This live theatrical performance, featuring a mix of comedy and drama and based on real-life events, tells the story of one man’s quest to publish his friend Shakespeare’s First Folio following his death in an effort to preserve his timeless writing. The play is a testament to friendship and the legacy that Shakespeare left behind, forever shaping literature and theater. Curtis Theatre, 1 Civic Center Circle, Brea, 714-990-7722, ci.brea.ca.us
JUNE 12, 19, AND 26
SUMMER SOUNDS CONCERT SERIES
Every summer, the Julianne and George Argyros Plaza becomes home to an all-ages concert series featuring Southern Californian artists. Each show will include food trucks and outdoor games. As the sun sets, the performances begin. The June 12 show will be “Let Love Lead–A Celebration of Black Music” presented by Electric Root. On June 19, the Afro-diasporic band Extra Ancestral will perform. The month will close out with a performance of “Brown Sugar–The D’Angelo Experience” presented by Velvet Soul on June 26. Argyros Plaza, 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714-556-2787, scfta.org
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