Mark your calendar with these top April philanthropy and culture events.
See Gloria Gaynor April 14 and 15 at Segerstrom Center for the Arts PHOTO: COURTESY OF PACIFIC SYMPHONY
4/3
11th Annual CHOC Children’s Classic
This annual tournament promises a day of world-class golf with great ocean views at one of the world’s finest golf destinations. Participants will enjoy 18 championship holes on Pelican Hill’s North and South courses, a continental breakfast, a box lunch and a raffle, followed by an awards reception. 8AM, Pelican Hill Golf Club, Newport Coast, chocgolf.org
4/4
Philharmonic Society’s 2023 Gala
Celebrate the joy of music and support the Philharmonic Society’s educational programs with a spectacular concert by Grammy Award-winning cellist Yo-Yo Ma and acclaimed pianist Kathryn Stott. The evening also includes an elegant cocktail reception and dinner, as well as an afterparty featuring a decadent dessert bar and refreshments. Music to our ears! 5PM, Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Costa Mesa, philharmonicsociety.org
Carrie Jernquist-Ferry, Gloria Jetter Crockett and Nichole Story at the 2022 It’s in the Bag luncheon, which returns April 23. PHOTO: BY ERIN SHIMAZU
4/11
DARTS Speaker Series: Aldous Bertram
British-born and Charleston-based interior designer and artist Aldous Bertram sits down with the Decorative Arts Society to discuss his interest in Chinese influence on Western art and design, which he explores in his colorful book Dragons & Pagodas: A Celebration of Chinoiserie. 9:15AM, Regal Edwards Big Newport, Newport Beach, decorativeartssociety.net
4/12
Muse
Two-time Grammy Award-winning rock group Muse takes the stage to perform hits from their newest album, Will of the People. The showstopping concert also includes special appearances by guests Evanescence and Highly Suspect. 6:30PM, Honda Center, Anaheim, hondacenter.com
4/14-15
Gloria Gaynor
Groove to disco tunes as legendary vocalist Gloria Gaynor sings “I Will Survive” and “I Am What I Am,” accompanied by a high-energy performance by the Pacific Symphony. 8PM, Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall at Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Costa Mesa, scfta.org
4/14-15
California Wine Festival: Dana Point
Raise a glass at Dana Point's California Wine Festival, two days of sipping hundreds of the state's finest vintage varietals against the backdrop of the beautiful Pacific Ocean at Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort & Spa. Enjoy cuisine from both local and visiting purveyors—including Dana Point's Glasspar and Outer Reef, San Juan Capistrano's Trevor's at the Tracks and San Clemente's Beach Fire, among others—plus live entertainment from Kalina & Kiana and reggae band Upstream. Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort & Spa, Dana Point, californiawinefestival.com/dana-point
4/18-30
Hairspray
Head back to the 1960s in Baltimore and watch teenager Tracy Turnblad dance her way onto television in the Tony Award-winning musical Hairspray. The dazzling show tackles themes of acceptance, self-love and equality—all to a catchy soundtrack. Segerstrom Hall at Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Costa Mesa, scfta.org
Megan Hilty will be at Irvine Barclay Theatre April 20. PHOTO: BY ANTHONY MATULA COMPANY
4/20
Megan Hilty
The Broadway actress and star of NBC’s Smash is taking the stage for an intimate night filled with her outstanding vocals, charming wit and musical theater favorites from throughout her career. 8PM, Irvine Barclay Theatre, thebarclay.org
4/20
Library Live Lecture: Min Jin Lee
Join Korean American author Min Jin Lee for a discussion and signing of her multigenerational novel Pachinko, a finalist for the National Book Award for Fiction and now an Apple TV+ series. 7PM, Friends Room at Central Library, Newport Beach, nbplfoundation.givecloud.co
4/22
MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center’s Spring Gala
This glamorous black-tie event includes a cocktail reception, a three-course dinner, an auction and live entertainment, all to raise funds for the new Women’s Health Pavilion at MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center. Sisters Sarah and Taylor Nederlander will serve as this year’s gala chairs. 5PM, Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club, Dana Point, memorialcare.org/springgala
4/23
Women’s Circle of Wishes Presents It’s in the Bag
Hosted by the Women’s Circle of Wishes of Make-A-Wish Orange County & the Inland Empire, this annual luncheon gathers 350 fashion enthusiasts for a fun-filled day of fundraising, highlighted by a designer handbag auction featuring brands like Chanel, Gucci and Prada. 11:30AM, The Waterfront Beach Resort, Huntington Beach, wish.org/ocie/its-bag-0
OCSA students Mackenzie Wrape and Aidan Meixner performed at the school’s 2022 gala. PHOTO: BY DOUG GIFFORD
4/24
Superhero Scramble: Tilly’s Life Center’s 16th Annual Charity Golf Tournament
Channel your inner superhero for this themed golf tournament that supports Tilly’s Life Center’s mission to aid teens in overcoming obstacles. Tee off while rubbing elbows with local entrepreneurs and athletes during an 18-hole game, which includes food, prizes and more. 8AM, Mission Viejo Country Club, tillyslifecenter.org/upcoming-events
4/26-30
Celtic Spring Festival
Celebrate the traditions and arts of Ireland and Scotland during this five-day festival at Casa Romantica Cultural Center. The event kicks off Wednesday evening with Music of the Emerald Isles: From Joyce to Enya, where vocalists Andrea Zomorodian and Dermot of the award-winning LA Master Chorale will perform. Thursday will highlight beverages from Los Molinos Beer, Bottle Logic Brewing and Golden Coast Mead during the 21-and-up Celtic Tasting Garden, while Friday offers two opportunities enjoy live music. Silk Button Butchers will perform in the morning during the ongoing Coffee Concerts with High Tide Coffee series, and Celtic musician Eric Zigler will be joined by composer/producer Leo Z by in the evening to share the sounds of bagpipes and Irish whistles. The fun continues Saturday during the child-friendly Once Upon a Time in Ireland, where Máire Clerkin will share stories of Irish folklore, and culminate with Sunday's live concert featuring Sweetwater Creek Band. Casa Romantica Cultural Center, San Clemente, casaromantica.org
4/27
The Gentlemen’s Haberdashery
See 40 of Orange County’s prominent executives and community leaders model a full range of menswear at this luncheon benefiting The Heart of Jesus Retreat Center. 11AM, Balboa Bay Resort, Newport Beach, gentlemenshaberdashery.com
4/29
OCSA’s Gala 2023: Sunset & Vinyl
Support the next generation of aspiring artists at OCSA’s Gala 2023: Sunset & Vinyl. Enjoy an upscale cocktail reception, a delicious multicourse dinner, inspiring silent and live auctions, and a spectacular student performance featuring OCSA’s talented dancers, vocalists and instrumentalists. 6PM, Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort and Spa, ocsarts.net/gala
Hairspray takes the stage April 18 to 30 at Segerstrom Center for the Arts. PHOTO: COURTESY OF SEGERSTROM CENTER FOR THE ARTS
4/29
29th Annual Glass Slipper Guild Gala: An Enchanted Night of Wonder
Celebrate the lives of CHOC’s incredible children, families, physicians and staff during the Glass Slipper Guild’s largest fundraising event of the year. This elegant evening raises critical funds for CHOC and the Fetal Care Center of Southern California. 5PM, VEA Newport Beach, A Marriott Resort & Spa, foundation.choc.org/fundraising-events
4/29
Evening of Dance
The Pas de Deux Chapter of Guilds of Segerstrom Center for the Arts presents this special performance featuring pre-professional dancers of American Ballet Theatre's William J. Gillespie School. Enjoy excerpts from Don Quixote, Swan Lake, Coppelia, La Bayadere and Raymonda—while raising money for the students. 5:30PM, Judy Morr Theatre at Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Costa Mesa, secure.givelively.org/event/segerstrom-center-for-the-arts/pas-de-deux-support-our-students/evening-of-dance-2023
4/29
Orangewood Foundation Adventure Challenge
This exciting multisport adventure race invites teams of four to tackle obstacles along a waterfront course at Newport Dunes. Participants of all ages will challenge themselves physically and mentally to work toward a team goal of raising $10,000 for the Orangewood Foundation. 9AM, Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort & Marina, Newport Beach, orangewoodfoundation.org
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