Powerful performances, musical acts, golf tournaments and more are on the calendar this month.
Watch Beetlejuice live at Segerstrom Center for the Arts; PHOTO COURTESY OF SEGERSTROM CENTER FOR THE ARTS
4/6
NATE BARGATZE
Comedian Nate Bargatze brings his unique Southern charm and wit to Orange County for an evening of laughter suitable for all ages. 7 p.m., Honda Center, Anaheim, hondacenter.com
4/11-14
WOOLF WORKS
Performed by the American Ballet Theatre, Woolf Works invites viewers to travel back to early 20th-century England through Wayne McGregor’s choreography. Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Costa Mesa, scfta.org
4/15
6TH ANNUAL MIRACLES FOR KIDS GOLF INVITATIONAL
From drives to drinks, this exciting day of golf will feature on-hole contests, breakfast, and so much more to benefit children and families battling critical illness. 9 a.m., Santa Ana Country Club, miraclesforkids.org
The 12th annual CHOC Classic will be held at the acclaimed Pelican Hill Golf Club. PHOTO BY BOB HODSON PHOTOGRAPHY
4/15
12TH ANNUAL CHOC CLASSIC
This iconic golf tournament is back with incredible ocean views, a raffle and an awards reception. Proceeds raised will go toward preserving the magic of childhood through the Children’s Hospital of Orange County. Pelican Hill Golf Club, Newport Coast, foundation.choc.org/choc-classic
4/16-28
BEETLEJUICE
Tim Burton’s classic film is taking the stage with stripes, venturing through themes of family, love and laughter. Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Costa Mesa, scfta.org
4/19
GABRIEL IGLESIAS
Better known as “Fluffy,” comedian Gabriel Iglesias returns to Anaheim for his Don’t Worry Be Fluffy Tour. 8 p.m., Honda Center, Anaheim, hondacenter.com
4/19-20
CALIFORNIA WINE FESTIVAL
Calling all wine lovers! The two-day California Wine Festival brings the community together for generous pours, chef-curated cuisine and plenty of sand, sea and live music. Multiple locations, Dana Point, californiawinefestival.com
Raise your wine glasses for this year’s two-day California Wine Festival in Dana Point. PHOTO BY LUIS ESPARZA
4/19-20
MICHAEL CAVANAUGH: THE MUSIC OF ELTON JOHN
Experience Michael Cavanaugh’s spectacular vocals and piano mastery—accompanied by a full orchestra—as he journeys through some of Elton John’s greatest hits. 8 p.m., Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Costa Mesa, scfta.org
4/20
GIRLS INC. OF ORANGE COUNTY’S 70TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION GALA
Join this celebration of Girls Inc. and its mission to uplift young girls to be smart, strong and bold. 6 p.m., Balboa Bay Resort, Newport Beach, girlsinc-oc.org
4/20
THE PRIORITY CENTER’S 25TH ANNIVERSARY BOOTS & BLING GALA
Pull out the rhinestones and Western wear for a country bash featuring cocktails and a three-course dinner to honor O.C. community members and their commitment to The Priority Center. The Waterfront Beach Resort, Huntington Beach, theprioritycenter.org/gala
4/20
MEMORIALCARE SADDLEBACK MEDICAL CENTER SPRING GALA
This glamorous gala will gather O.C.’s finest to raise funds for MemorialCare’s initiatives during an evening of dining, drinking and a dynamic live auction. 5:30 p.m., Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club, memorialcare.org
4/20
LAUREN DAIGLE
Christian contemporary artist Lauren Daigle is headed to the Honda Center with special guest Victory Boyd for The Kaleidoscope Tour—a performance of love, light and bright colors. 7 p.m., Honda Center, Anaheim, hondacenter.com
Christian contemporary singer Lauren Daigle is headed to the Honda Center for The Kaleidoscope Tour. PHOTO BY TROY CONRADS
4/20
NAPA IN NEWPORT 10TH ANNIVERSARY
Napa Valley’s vintners are pouring their finest vintage wines for a night benefiting the leading nonprofit on a mission to cure Duchenne muscular dystrophy. 5:30 p.m., Pendry Newport Beach, thenapawineseries.com/napa-in-newport
4/25
THE 42ND ANNUAL GENTLEMEN’S HABERDASHERY
This spring, some of Orange County’s most prominent male figures will walk the runway to support The Heart of Jesus Retreat Center. 11 a.m., Balboa Bay Resort, Newport Beach, gentlemenshaberdashery.com
4/25-27
TCHAIKOVSKY’S SIXTH
Guest conductor Shi-Yeon Sung, pianist Yeol Eum Son and the Pacific Symphony will put on a powerful performance featuring Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 6. 8 p.m., Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Costa Mesa, scfta.org
4/27
OCSA GALA 2024: NEW YORK STATE OF MIND
Support the dreams of young artists during a night in the Big Apple. Gala guests will enjoy a lively cocktail hour, sit-down dinner and Broadway-inspired performances by OCSA students. 6 p.m., Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort and Spa, ocsarts.net/support-ocsa/gala
4/27-28
FESTIVAL BALLET THEATRE: COPPÉLIA
This comedic love story between a doctor and a doll is brought to life by the Festival Ballet Theatre. Irvine Barclay Theatre, thebarclay.org
4/28
IT’S IN THE BAG
This afternoon features an exclusive fashion show from Saks Fifth Avenue, spirited entertainment and good company to support Make-A-Wish Orange County and The Inland Empire. 11:30 a.m., The Waterfront Beach Resort, Huntington Beach, itsinthebag-wish.org
4/29
17TH ANNUAL TILLY’S CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT
Travel around the world in 18 holes to support Tilly’s Life Center, and stay for a vibrant afterparty with a performance by Yachty By Nature. 8 a.m., Mission Viejo Country Club, tillyslifecenter.org
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