{"id":143423,"date":"2026-01-21T18:41:08","date_gmt":"2026-01-21T18:41:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/143423\/"},"modified":"2026-01-21T18:41:08","modified_gmt":"2026-01-21T18:41:08","slug":"top-things-to-do-in-o-c-january-21st-through-27th","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/143423\/","title":{"rendered":"Top Things to Do in O.C.: January 21st through 27th"},"content":{"rendered":"

Ignite Dance: A Celebration of 35 Years of Dance in Orange County, \u201cBlade Runner\u201d, plus more things to do in Orange County this week.<\/p>\n

\"\"Credit: The Barclay<\/p>\n

JAN. 23
Ignite Dance: A Celebration of 35 Years of Dance in Orange County
Six local dance ensembles come together on the Irvine Barclay Theatre stage for an evening celebrating dance in Orange County. The program features a wide range of styles, including classical ballet, Chinese dance, modern dance, contemporary movement, and Bharatanatyam. Performers include Festival Ballet Theatre, the UCI Claire Trevor School of the Arts, and more. Following the performance, guests can enjoy light refreshments and a live DJ in the lobby.\u00a0Irvine Barclay Theatre, 4242 Campus Drive, Irvine, 949-854-4646, thebarclay.org<\/a><\/p>\n

JAN. 22
\u201cBlade Runner\u201d
Experience the 1982 cult classic on the big screen while its iconic score is performed live. The Avex Ensemble brings the synthesizer-heavy music to life as detective Rick Deckard hunts four escaped Replicants across Earth. The story intensifies when Deckard falls for one of the Replicants, Rachel, adding emotional depth to the thriller as the live music heightens the tension at every turn.\u00a0Ren\u00e9e and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, 615 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714-556-2787, scfta.org<\/a><\/p>\n

OPENS JAN. 23
\u201cOnce\u201d
The Tony Award\u2013winning musical is beloved for its deeply emotional score. When an unlikely connection forms between a Dublin street musician and a Czech immigrant, the two strangers spend a week bonding and creating music together. Their unexpected friendship helps them navigate heartbreak, pain, and loss. Based on the Academy Award\u2013winning film, the musical is a tribute to finding community in the most unlikely places.\u00a0Chance Theater, 5522 E. La Palma Ave., Anaheim, 714-777-3033, chancetheater.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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OPENS JAN. 23
\u201cGod of Carnage\u201d
This dark comedy centers on two sets of parents attempting to resolve a playground altercation between their 11-year-old sons in gentrified Brooklyn. What begins as a civil discussion quickly devolves into chaos as tensions rise and disagreements erupt over parenting styles, marriage, and morality. The play has become a fan favorite for its sharp wit and biting commentary on human nature and civilization.\u00a0South Coast Repertory, Segerstrom Stage, 655 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714-708-5555, scr.org<\/a><\/p>\n

OPENS JAN. 24
\u201cWho\u2019s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?\u201d
The classic play follows George and Martha, a middle-aged couple who invite the younger Nick and Honey over for late-night drinks. What begins as a seemingly casual evening spirals into emotional warfare as secrets surface and tensions rise. As alcohol flows, arguments escalate, pulling the younger couple into a psychological game that lasts into the early morning hours.\u00a0South Coast Repertory, Segerstrom Stage, 655 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714-708-5555, scr.org<\/a><\/p>\n

JAN. 25
Trio Barclay: Schubert\u2019s Piano Trio No. 1
Trio Barclay launches its season with a performance of Schubert\u2019s melodic and lively\u00a0Piano Trio No. 1. Featuring violin, cello, and piano, the ensemble brings the composer\u2019s work to life while also presenting a world premiere of a new piece and a performance of Lili Boulanger\u2019s \u201cD\u2019un matin de printemps.\u201d The trio has been performing together since 2021, with additional concerts scheduled throughout the year.\u00a0Irvine Barclay Theatre, 4242 Campus Drive, Irvine, 949-854-4646, thebarclay.org<\/a><\/p>\n

THROUGH JAN. 25
Solitude and Silence: Conrad Buff, Painter of the American Southwest
Conrad Buff rose to prominence in the 1930s as one of Southern California\u2019s most notable artists, capturing the rugged landscapes of Arizona, California, and Utah. This exhibition spans his decades-long career, showcasing his modern approaches to painting while also exploring his life and artistic evolution. It marks the first major museum exhibition devoted to Buff\u2019s work.\u00a0Laguna Art Museum, 307 Cliff Drive, Laguna Beach, 949-494-8971, lagunaartmuseum.org<\/a><\/p>\n

OPENS JAN. 27
\u201cThe Notebook\u201d
Based on the bestselling novel and hit film,\u00a0The Notebook\u00a0musical tells the enduring love story of Noah and Allie, who fight for each other despite coming from very different worlds. Their romance begins in their teenage years and endures over a lifetime. Featuring an emotional score by singer-songwriter Ingrid Michaelson, the production pairs sweeping visuals with a deeply moving story of love and resilience.\u00a0Segerstrom Hall, 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714-556-2787, scfta.org<\/a><\/p>\n

JAN. 27
Comedy Night at the Playhouse
Laughter fills the theater during this evening of stand-up comedy featuring three comics. The night is hosted by actor and comedian Mark Christopher Lawrence and includes performances by Lawrence himself along with two additional comedians. Guests can also enjoy drink specials and free snacks in the lobby throughout the event.\u00a0Laguna Playhouse, 606 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, 949-497-2787, lagunaplayhouse.com<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Ignite Dance: A Celebration of 35 Years of Dance in Orange County, \u201cBlade Runner\u201d, plus more things to…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":143424,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[36],"tags":[163,165,164,584],"class_list":["post-143423","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-anaheim","tag-anaheim","tag-anaheim-headlines","tag-anaheim-news","tag-events"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/143423","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=143423"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/143423\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/143424"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=143423"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=143423"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=143423"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}