MARCH 8
A CONVERSATION WITH BROOKE GLADSTONE
Host of NPR’s “On the Media,” Gladstone has been contemplating the effects of misinformation and disinformation since long before “fake news” became a catchphrase. She’ll talk about confirmation bias, the destructive power of false information on digital platforms, and the power of the media in shaping news consumers’ worldview. Irvine Barclay Theatre, 4242 Campus Drive, Irvine, 949-854-4646, thebarclay.org
MARCH 8 THROUGH 26
“ONCE”
In this sweet love story, a struggling Irish guitarist remembers why he loves music when he meets a Czech pianist who encourages him to play the ballads he’s written. The actors in the show, based on the film of the same name, play their instruments live on stage, performing music that won Grammy, Olivier, Tony, and Academy Awards. Laguna Playhouse, 606 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, 949-497-2787, lagunaplayhouse.com
MARCH 9
AFRIKA SHALOMBO
The Los Angeles-based West African ensemble will perform their signature combination of folklore, drums, and dance in this energetic and upbeat show. Muckenthaler Cultural Center, 1201 W. Malvern Ave., Fullerton, 714-738-6595, themuck.org
MARCH 10 AND 11
KRISTIN CHENOWETH
One of Broadway’s biggest stars, Chenoweth won a Tony Award for her portrayal of Sally in “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” and was nominated for a Tony for playing Glinda the Good Witch in “Wicked.” She also won an Emmy for her role in “Pushing Daisies” and was nominated twice for her guest stints on “Glee.” She’ll sing classic songs of love and empowerment. Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, 615 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714-755-5788, pacificsymphony.org
OPENS MARCH 11
“FACING THE GIANT: THREE DECADES OF DISSENT”
Multiple works by contemporary artist Shepard Fairey make up this exhibit, showing how he has used public art to draw attention to social, political, and cultural issues. The owner of OBEY Clothing, Fairey first arrived on the scene with the “Andre the Giant Has a Posse” sticker and rose to fame with the Obama “Hope” poster. Laguna Art Museum, 307 Cliff Drive, Laguna Beach, 949-494-8971, lagunaartmuseum.org
MARCH 11
CURTIS ON TOUR: L’HISTOIRE DU SOLDAT
The Philharmonic Society of Orange County co-presents the concert featuring musicians from the Curtis Institute of Music performing Stravinsky’s “L’Histoire du Soldat (The Soldier’s Tale)” with narrator John de Lancie, violinist Soovin Kim, and clarinet player David Shifrin. Irvine Barclay Theatre, 4242 Campus Drive, Irvine, 949-854-4646, thebarclay.org
MARCH 12
AN EVENING WITH BRANFORD MARSALIS
Known for his boundary-crossing work as a performer, composer, bandleader, and educator, jazz saxophonist Branford Marsalis has won three Grammy Awards and was nominated for a Tony Award. Here, he’ll perform with his quartet, playing everything from jazz classics to pieces from the group’s most recent release, “The Secret Between the Shadow and the Soul.” Samueli Theater, 615 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714-556-2787, scfta.org
