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2/1–2/27
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Anne Moore's monotypes and Marge Chapman's works on paper are on display, respectively, along with work by the gallery's regular artists. Free. 384-A N. Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, 949-497-6775, sandstonegallery.com
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INFO
Noon to 5 p.m.; Tuesday by appointment,
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Sandstone Gallery
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2/1–3/31
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America Martin, a Los Angeles-based artist whose figurative paintings are influenced by Cubism, Fauvism, and Minimalism, shows her latest works. Free. 326 N. Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, 949-510-5481, joanneartmangallery.com
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INFO
11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday and by appointment,
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JoAnne Artman Gallery
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2/2–4/1
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The ancient tradition of creating wrapping cloths from fabric scraps is carried on in this show of contemporary examples of the craft, which are displayed in a newly renovated gallery space. Free. 1201 W. Malvern Ave., Fullerton, 714-738-3135, themuck.org
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INFO
Noon to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday; additional hours from 5 to 9 p.m. Thursday,
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Muckenthaler Cultural Center
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2/2–3/24
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The center turns into a "museum of the macabre" with this show of paintings, drawings, photography, digital works, and other media; receptions from 6 to 10 p.m. Feb. 4 and March 3. Free. 117 N. Sycamore, Santa Ana, 714-667-1517, occca.org
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INFO
Noon to 5 p.m. Thursday; noon to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday; noon to 5 p.m. Sunday,
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Orange County Center for Contemporary Art
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2/2–3/8
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(Ongoing event) The early California Impressionist known for his landscape paintings and porcelain works is the focus of this show. $5; free for children, students, and seniors. 18881 Von Karman Ave., Suite 100, Irvine, 949-476-2565, irvinemuseum.org
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INFO
11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday,
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The Irvine Museum
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2/3–9/9
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The history of the written word is on display in more than 100 artifacts, including Dead Sea Scroll fragments, Mesopotamian clay tablets, Bibles, and a working reproduction of Gutenberg's printing press. $9 to $13. 241 S. Anaheim Blvd., Anaheim, 714-95-MUZEO (956-8936), muzeo.org
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INFO
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday,
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Muzeo
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2/3–2/26
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(Ongoing event) 18-acre grounds are the focus of this Smithsonian traveling exhibit, which makes its only West Coast stop in Orange County. $5; free for children 12 and younger. 415 Avenida Granada, San Clemente, 949-498-2139,casaromantica.org
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INFO
11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday,
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Casa Romantica
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2/3–4/29
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(Ongoing event) William Wendt, Franz Bischoff, Anna Hills, and Edgar Payne are among the artists whose works from the permanent collection are on display in this exhibit, which also traces the development of California's art scene. $10 to $12; free for children younger than 12. 307 Cliff Drive, Laguna Beach, 949-494-8971, lagunaartmuseum.org
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INFO
11 a.m. to 5 p.m.,
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Laguna Art Museum
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2/4–3/4
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(Ongoing event) A couple tries to stay together as they perform together in Glasgow, London, and New York City in the late 1970s music scene. $18 to $45. 5552 E. La Palma Ave., Anaheim, 714-777-3033, chancetheater.com
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INFO
Call for show times,
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Chance Theater
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2/4–2/26
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(Ongoing event) A wealthy woman's personal assistant finds her world turned upside down when her blue-collar sister comes to visit her on Martha's Vineyard. $20 to $68. 655 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714-708-5555, scr.org
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INFO
7:30 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday; 8 p.m. Thursday and Friday; 2:30 and 8 p.m. Saturday; 2:30 and 7:30,
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South Coast Repertory
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2/4–3/25
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(Ongoing event) The story of California's other "gold rush"--the citrus fruits that bolstered the state's economy--is told through packing crate labels, postcards, maps, and other items. $1 to $4; free for children 5 and younger. 301 N. Pomona Ave., 714-738-6545, cityoffullerton.com
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INFO
Noon to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday; extended hours until 8 p.m. Thursday,
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Fullerton Museum Center
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2/4–4/15
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This retrospective looks at the work of the guerilla artists/pranksters whose "experiences beyond the mainstream" inspired "Fight Club" and the Burning Man Festival; the exhibit kicks off Feb. 4 with a block party, plus a film screening and cocktail party at the Yost Theater. Exhibit admission is free; check the website for Yost Theater tickets. 125 N. Broadway, Santa Ana, 714-567-7233, grandcentralartcenter.com
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INFO
11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday; until 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday,
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Grand Central Art Center
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2/4–4/15
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Video artists Guy Ben-Ner, Christian Jankowski, and Gillian Wearing examine the blurring of boundaries and behaviors in "privately owned public spaces" in their work, filmed in such locations as an Ikea store and a supermarket. Free. 125 N. Broadway, Santa Ana, 714-567-7233, grandcentralartcenter.com
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INFO
11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday; until 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday,
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Grand Central Art Center
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2/5–3/4
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(Ongoing event) This sequel to the popular "Terra Cotta Warriors" exhibit features more of the imposing statues as well as other treasures from the Qin, Han, and Tang dynasties. $12 to $21. 2002 N. Main St., Santa Ana, 714-567-3600, bowers.org
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INFO
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday,
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Bowers Museum
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2/5–5/6
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(Ongoing event) Explore the world of the popular Nickelodeon cartoon characters and learn about animals and the environment through the Rainforest Maze, Isa's Flowery Garden, and other hands-on activities. $12.95 to $17.95. 2500 N. Main St., Santa Ana, 714-542-2823, discoverycube.org
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INFO
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday; 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday,
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Discovery Science Center
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2/6–3/30
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(Ongoing event) The late Laguna Beach artist whose abstract works were heavily influenced by nature is the focus of this show. Free. 20351 Irvine Ave., Studio C-1, Newport Beach, 949-640-1972, artresourcegroup.com
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INFO
Call for hours,
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Art Resource Group
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2/6–3/1
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(Ongoing event) Gallery Director Mike McGee curates this exhibit of faculty work. Free.Begovich Gallery, 800 N. State College Blvd., 657-278-7750, fullerton.edu
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INFO
Noon to 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday; noon to 2 p.m. Saturday,
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Cal State Fullerton
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2/6–8/18
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(Ongoing event) The seventh annual exhibit showcases 60 visually impaired artists from across the nation, as well from Canada, Sweden, and Israel; this year's show has a display on albinism that includes artwork by African children who suffer from the condition. Free. 2575 Yorba Linda Blvd., Fullerton, 714-992-7865, sccoeyecare.com
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INFO
9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday and Tuesday; 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday; 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday; 8 a.m.,
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Southern California College of Optometry Eye Care Center
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2/6–4/15
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(Ongoing event) The Force is strong with this exhibit, which includes film memorabilia, a study of droid technology, and the chance to build your own speeder, among other activities. $12.95 to $17.95. 2500 N. Main St., Santa Ana, 714-542-2823, discoverycube.org
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INFO
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday; 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday,
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Discovery Science Center
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2/7–3/10
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(Ongoing event) Israeli artist Bartana brings her film trilogy--which envisions a movement that would bring 3 million Jews back to Poland and examines larger themes such as nationalism and migration--to Orange County from its showing at the Venice Biennale. Free. Contemporary Arts Center Gallery, Building 721, 949-824-9854, arts.uci.edu
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INFO
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UC Irvine
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2/10–2/26
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Based on the classic children's book, the Theatre for Young Audiences play tells the story of a miniature teenage girl and her family who must leave the safety of their home and experience life in the great outdoors. $20 to $32. 655 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714-708-5555, scr.org
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INFO
7 p.m. Friday; 11 a.m., 2 and 4:30 p.m. Saturday; 2 and 4:30 p.m. Sunday,
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South Coast Repertory
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2/10–2/26
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The classic musical opens 3-D Theatricals' 2012 season. $22 to $56. 201 E. Chapman Ave., Fullerton, 714-589-2770, 3dtshows.com
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INFO
8 p.m. Thursday through Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday,
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Plummer Auditorium
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2/10–3/11
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The Little Sisters of Hoboken put on a variety show in this musical comedy that features alternating all-female and all-male casts. $16 to $18; $23 for opening night. 661 Hamilton St., 949-650-5269, costamesaplayhouse.org
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INFO
8 p.m. Friday; 2 and 8 p.m. Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday,
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Costa Mesa Playhouse
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2/11–3/17
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This fiber arts and mixed-media group show includes artists such as Mark Mothersbaugh, Corey Stein, and Lynn Kubasek, plus live art making and knitting courtesy of Stitchocracy. Free. Frank M. Doyle Arts Pavilion, 2701 Fairview Road, Costa Mesa, 714-432-5102, occartspavilion.com
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INFO
11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday; 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday,
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Orange Coast College
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2/17–3/30
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(Ongoing event) Spanish photographer Paco Sanchez shows his images of flamenco artists. Free. Photography Gallery, 9200 Valley View St., Cypress, 714-484-7244, cypresscollege.edu
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INFO
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Cypress College
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2/17–5/6
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This interactive exhibit marks the 10th anniversary of the collaboration between media artist Vesna and nanoscientist Gimzewski. The Boxed music event takes place March 15, and Family Day is April 21. Free. 712 Arts Plaza, UC Irvine, 949-824-6206, beallcenter.uci.edu
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INFO
Noon to 5 p.m. Wednesday; noon to 8 p.m. Thursday through Saturday; noon to 5 p.m. Sunday,
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Beall Center for Art + Technology
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2/22
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Berlin-based Max Raabe & the Palast Orchester bring their signature touch to Weimar-era and contemporary pop songs. $33 to $45; $100 for Gold Seats. 4242 Campus Drive, 949-854-4646, thebarclay.org
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INFO
8 p.m.,
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Irvine Barclay Theatre
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2/23
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The family-friendly show is presented by Keith Berger and Sharon Diskin, who have performed at the Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles and at the Edinburgh Arts Festival in Scotland. $10; free for children. 1201 W. Malvern Ave., Fullerton, 714-738-3135, themuck.org
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INFO
7:30 p.m.,
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Muckenthaler Cultural Center
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2/23
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The trio joins forces with violinist Michael Tree and bassist Harold Robinson to perform a new commission from Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Ellen Taaffe Zwilich. $35 to $45. 4242 Campus Drive, 949-854-4646, thebarclay.org
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INFO
8 p.m.,
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Irvine Barclay Theatre
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2/23–2/25
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Vadim Gluzman joins Pacific Symphony on the title composition; the concert also includes Barber's "Adagio for Strings" and two premieres from Michael Daugherty. $25 to $185. Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, 615 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714-755-5799, pacificsymphony.org
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INFO
8 p.m.,
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Segerstrom Center for the Arts
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2/24–3/4
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Two classic fairy tales share the playbill in this Youth Theater production for ages 5 and older. $18 to $20. 606 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, 949-497-2787, lagunaplayhouse.com
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INFO
7 p.m. Friday; 1 and 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday,
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Laguna Playhouse
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2/25–2/26
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Rogue Artists Ensemble presents this family-friendly show about two children and their neighbor--a panda--using puppetry, music, and video. $20. Samueli Theater, 615 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714-556-2787, scfta.org
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INFO
1 p.m.,
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Segerstrom Center for the Arts
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2/25
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Jorgenson's ensemble plays a concert of "gypsy jazz" with musical influences from around the world. $23 to $30. 1 Civic Center Circle, Brea, 714-990-7722, curtistheatre.com
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INFO
5 and 8 p.m.,
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Curtis Theatre
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2/25
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Heart is the headliner for Cal State Fullerton's annual community event that helps raise money for academic and scholarship programs. $19.50 to $89.50. 2695 E. Katella Ave., Anaheim, 714-704-2500, fullerton.edu
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INFO
8 p.m.,
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Honda Center
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2/25–9/30
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This solid gold exhibit includes the Mojave Nugget, the largest one ever discovered in California; gold rush memorabilia from the collection of Laguna Beach couple Dona and Wayne Leicht, and items from the Oriental Mine in Northern California. $9 to $12; free for children younger than 6. 2002 N. Main St., Santa Ana, 714-567-3600, bowers.org
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INFO
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday,
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Bowers Museum
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2/26–4/29
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Works from Llyn Foulkes, Roger Kuntz, George Herms, and many others illustrate the changing art movements in southern California in the years after World War II. $10 to $12; free for children younger than 12. 307 Cliff Drive, Laguna Beach, 949-494-8971, lagunaartmuseum.org
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INFO
11 a.m. to 5 p.m.,
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Laguna Art Museum
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2/26–4/29
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The Los Angeles-based, Mexican-American artist shows his expressionist paintings as well as a new sculpture series crafted out of destroyed guns from the Los Angeles Police Department's Gun Buyback Program. $10 to $12; free for children younger than 12. 307 Cliff Drive, Laguna Beach, 949-494-8971, lagunaartmuseum.org
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INFO
11 a.m. to 5 p.m.,
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Laguna Art Museum
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2/26–5/27
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The artist's acclaimed series of abstract paintings, created in Santa Monica starting in 1967, is on display. $10 to $12; free for children younger than 12. 850 San Clemente Drive, Newport Beach, 949-759-1122, ocma.net
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INFO
11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday; until 8 p.m. Thursday,
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Orange County Museum of Art
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2/27–3/3
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INFO
Times vary,
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Various locations
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2/28–3/4
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The French Canadian urban circus troupe 7 Fingers performs an energetic and acrobatic show. $15 to $65. Segerstrom Hall, 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714-556-2787, scfta.org
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INFO
7:30 p.m. Feb. 28 through March 2; 2 and 7:30 p.m. March 3; 1 and 6:30 p.m. March 4,
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Segerstrom Center for the Arts
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2/29
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A filmed performance of the play, about a director looking back on his life in Eastern Europe, is presented in high definition. $15 to $20. 4242 Campus Drive, 949-854-4646, thebarclay.org
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INFO
7:15 p.m.,
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Irvine Barclay Theatre
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