Orange County Children’s Book Festival, “Disney’s Beauty and the Beast”. plus more things to do in O.C. this week.
OPENS SEPT. 22
“Disney’s Beauty and the Beast”
The tale as old as time is making its way to the Segerstrom stage as a breathtaking live musical. This production features the Oscar-winning and Tony Award-nominated score, with songs like “Be Our Guest” and “Beauty and the Beast.” For the first time in 25 years, the musical is touring North America with all new sets and costumes. Watch the love story between Belle and the Beast unfold in an enchanting new take on the classic production. Segerstrom Hall, 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714-556-2787, scfta.org
SEPT. 18
Zach Top
Country music star Zach Top is bringing his Cold Beer and Country Music tour to the Honda Center. Top rose to fame when his album of the same name took off, garnering 3.5 million streams in its first week. He has gone on to tour around the world and release several chart-topping hits. Expect to hear him perform fan favorites such as “I Never Lie,” “Bad Luck,” “Sounds Like the Radio,” and “Use Me.” Top is known for channeling a traditional sound, born from his love of ’90s country hits. Honda Center, 2695 E. Katella Ave., Anaheim, 714-704-2400, hondacenter.com
SEPT. 19
Weird Al Yankovic
The rock parody king has been performing around the world for decades, twisting the words of everyone’s favorite musicians and turning them into hilarious hits. Expect to hear songs such as “Amish Paradise,” “Eat It,” “Like a Surgeon,” and “Smells Like Nirvana.” This year’s Bigger & Weirder tour will feature his band plus five new additional musicians to create an even wilder live performance. Yankovic’s latest album, “Mandatory Fun,” is the only comedy album in history to have debuted on Billboard’s Top 200. Honda Center, 2695 E. Katella Ave., Anaheim, 714-704-2400, hondacenter.com
SEPT. 19 AND 20
Sugar Skull! A Dia De Muertos Musical Adventure
This stunning live performance takes viewers through a mystical story to discover the true meaning of the Dia de los Muertos tradition. When Vita Flores, a curious 12-year-old, asks her family why they celebrate the holiday, she expects a simple answer but instead is whisked away on a journey with a candy skeleton. The lively skeleton shows her traditional Mexican music and ancestral dances and introduces her to some interesting characters along the way. This bilingual production is perfect for the whole family to learn more about Dia de los Muertos. Samueli Theater, 615 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714-556-2787, scfta.org
SEPT. 20
Orange County Children’s Book Festival
The 21st annual Orange County Children’s Book Festival features author meet and greets, book shops, live performances, author read-alouds, live interviews, and free train rides. Participants can peruse the many booths selling books of all different genres and styles and even have the opportunity to have books signed. Each year, a lineup of children’s and young adult authors attend the festival, bringing a wide range of titles, including multicultural, bilingual, and award-winning books. Orange Coast College, 2701 Fairview Road, Costa Mesa, kidsbookfestival.com