Ocean Institute’s 42nd Annual Maritime Festival, SoCal Ballet Scene: Swan Lake & Contemporary Ballet Works, plus more things to do in O.C. this week.

OPENS SEPT. 9
“Wild Child”
Two teenagers find themselves in an unlikely friendship in the midst of a wilderness therapy program in northern Utah. The musical, which is at times both hilarious and heartbreaking, is about connection, friendship, and finding belonging in the heart of the great outdoors. Watch as Rina and Darin break out of the digital age and find their way through difficult realizations and life changes. Laguna Playhouse, 606 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, 949-497-2787, lagunaplayhouse.com

SEPT. 10 THROUGH 12
Krysta Rodriguez
Orange County native Krysta Rodriguez has performed in incredible Broadway productions, including “Spring Awakening,” “In the Heights,” “The Addams Family,” and “First Date.” Now she is making her Segerstrom Center debut with a dazzling solo act. This cabaret style performance will reflect on the roles that Rodriguez has brought to life thus far as well as the experiences that have shaped her career. In addition to her powerful stage presence as a singer and dancer, the Orange County School of the Arts alum has appeared in NBC’s “SMASH” as Ana Vargas and as Liza Minelli in Ryan Murphy’s limited series “Halston.” Samueli Theater, 615 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714-556-2787, scfta.org

OPENS SEPT. 10
Bonnie Lambert
Vibrant streaks of color dance across each of SoCal artist Bonnie Lambert’s pieces. Originally a professional musical theater actress, Lambert is now known for turning the mundane views around her Los Angeles neighborhood into rich colorful paintings. Suddenly, rush hour traffic, telephone poles, a dog walk, and a quiet neighborhood are transformed into mystical visions of color and light. The Muckenthaler Cultural Center, 1201 W. Malvern Ave., 714-738-6595, themuck.org

OPENS SEPT. 11
“Dirty Rotten Scoundrels”
Step into the swindling world of the 1988 hit film “Dirty Rotten Scoundrels” in this live musical comedy production. When a couple of con artists and grifters take the French Riviera by storm, they bamboozle their way through every wealthy woman in town with dramatic alter egos and phony stories of peril. What will happen when they double cross one another? Adapted for the stage, the live production features fun new musical numbers, including “Oklahoma,” “Here I Am,” and “Dirty Rotten Number.” Camino Real Playhouse, 31896 Plaza Drive, San Juan Capistrano, 949-489-8082, caminorealplayhouse.org

SEPT. 11 THROUGH 13
Ocean Institute’s 42nd Annual Maritime Festival
Each year, the Ocean Institute hosts the Maritime Festival to support Ocean Institute education programs and to celebrate California’s extensive maritime history. The weekend will be filled with fun events for the whole family, including mermaid shows, pirate lessons, sailor reenactments, beer tasting, and more. Experience history up close as part of the cannon battles, where visitors will have the opportunity to set sail aboard tall sail ships. Ocean Institute, 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, 949-496-2274, maritime-fest.org

OPENS SEPT. 12
“Into the Woods”
Celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Tony Award-winning musical with South Coast Repertory’s production of the classic show. Happily ever after is never as it seems in this clever reimagining of familiar childhood tales. A baker and his wife set out to break a witch’s curse by obtaining four specific items. While the quest seems simple (they need a cow, a cape, hair, and a slipper), the couple quickly realizes they’re in for quite a journey as they run into Cinderella, Jack and the Beanstalk, and Little Red Ridinghood. South Coast Repertory, Segerstrom Stage, 655 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714-708-5555, scr.org

SEPT. 12
SoCal Ballet Scene: Swan Lake & Contemporary Ballet Works
Professional dancers from across Southern California gather every year to put together a stunning ballet performance. This year, Anaheim Ballet, The Realm Company, and Luminario Ballet are the featured guest companies. The performances will include a mixture of classic and contemporary dances, including pieces from “Swan Lake” with the dazzling music of Tchaikovsky. There will be live commentary accompanying each work to offer insight into the pieces and choreography. Irvine Barclay Theatre, 4242 Campus Drive, Irvine, 949-854-4646, thebarclay.org

SEPT. 15
“My Hero Academia” in Concert
To celebrate 10 years of the beloved manga and anime series “My Hero Academia,” a 15-piece live band will perform a dynamic blend of music set to striking visuals from the series. Relive all of the best moments, from exhilarating battle scenes and charming displays of friendship to inspirational character developments. The performance is a breathtaking mix of live music from Yuki Hayashi’s iconic score and visual effects. Segerstrom Hall, 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714-556-2787, scfta.org