Mark you calendar with the month's best local events.
Catch The Wooden Floor’s contemporary dance show Hope Abounds June 2 to 4. PHOTO BY CHRISTINE COTTER, ©2022 THE WOODEN FLOOR
Through 6/12
Tootsie
Inspired by the 1982 film, this musical comedy, which debuted in 2018, tells the story of a talented but volatile actor who’s forced to adopt a new identity as a woman in order to land a job. The hilarious love letter to the theater features a Tonywinning book by Robert Horn and score by David Yazbek. Segerstrom Hall at Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Costa Mesa, scfta.org
6/1
18th Annual 44 Women for Orangewood
Scholarship Luncheon
Join the dynamic ladies of 44 Women for Orangewood at this special luncheon to raise money for Orangewood Foundation youth. This year’s elegant event will feature Deidre Pujols, who founded Open Gate International, a culinary program for students, and Strike Out Slavery, which combats human trafficking. 11AM, Balboa Bay Resort, Newport Beach, orangewoodfoundation.org
6/2-4
The Wooden Floor Presents Hope Abounds
This moving contemporary dance performance from Santa Ana-based company The Wooden Floor features some the country’s top artists, designers and choreographers working alongside youth from low-income communities. Irvine Barclay Theatre, thebarclay.org
6/3-4
Blockbuster Broadway!
Rather than seeing one Broadway show, you can spend an evening with all of them. This show tune dance extravaganza combines Wicked, Hamilton, The Lion King, The Phantom of the Opera, Jersey Boys and more into one performance backed by the sound of Pacific Symphony. 8PM, Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall at Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Costa Mesa, scfta.org
6/3-26
In The Heights
Winner of the 2008 Tony Award for Best Musical, this lively show written by Hamilton’s Lin-Manuel Miranda tells the story of a close-knit community in New York’s Washington Heights neighborhood—filled with traditions, dreamers and three generations of music. La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts, lamiradatheatre.com
6/4
CASA Pickleball Tournament
CASA’s second annual Pickleball Tournament celebrates the accomplishments made by CASA in serving more youth under the jurisdiction of the O.C. Juvenile Dependency Court through participation in a fun and friendly pickleball competition. This festive outdoor event also includes awards, tacos and margaritas, a best-dressed contest and a vendor showcase. Noon, The Tennis Club at Newport Beach, casaocpickleball.org
6/5
Backstreet Boys
This bestselling boy band is back and going on a DNA World Tour to celebrate their ninth studio album of the same name. In addition to newer songs, fans will enjoy classic hits like “Quit Playing Games (With My Heart),” “As Long as You Love Me” and “I Want It That Way.” 7:30PM, FivePoint Amphitheatre, Irvine, irvineamphitheatre.net
6/9-11
Beethoven’s Piano Concertos
All Beethoven, all weekend long. To celebrate the iconic composer’s 251st birthday, all five piano concertos will be performed with Ukrainian classical pianist Alexander Romanovsky. A preview talk with host Alan Chapman will begin at 7PM. 8PM, Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, Costa Mesa, scfta.org
6/10
Chicago and Brian Wilson With Al Jardine and Blondie Chaplin
Get ready for some rock ’n’ roll! Rock band Chicago and Beach Boys co-founder Brian Wilson are setting out on a double-headliner tour along with Wilson’s fellow Beach Boys co-founder Al Jardine, and South African singer Blondie Chaplin. 7PM, FivePoint Amphitheatre, Irvine, irvineamphitheatre.net
6/11
Wells of Life’s Eighth Annual Run4Water
Calling all runners and philanthropists! With the funds raised from this athletic event, Wells of Life—which battles poverty by fighting the world water crisis—aspires to restore 51 broken motor wells and bring water to 51,000 people. 7:30AM, Laguna Niguel Regional Park, wellsoflife.org
6/14-17
Pacific Dance: Back On Stage 2022
Irvine-based Pacific Dance’s talent is back and ready to present their annual performance over four evenings. Celebrate the return of these passionate students to the stage as they perform a variety of dance styles. 6PM, Irvine Barclay Theatre, thebarclay.org
6/17-18
Jimmy O. Yang
Come see the actor, stand-up comedian and writer best known for his roles on HBO’s Silicon Valley and in films Patriots Day and Crazy Rich Asians. L.A.-based Yang will bring his talents to Irvine for four special events in two nights. Irvine Improv, improv.com/irvine
6/18
Pacific Symphony’s 2022 Gala: A Night in Old Hollywood
Guests will feel like they’re in a black-and-white movie from the ’20s and ’30s at this year’s gala celebrating old Hollywood films, trends and celebrities. Philanthropists Valerie and Hans Imhof will be honored at this coveted event, which also includes a cocktail reception, dinner, a live auction, performances by Pacific Symphony musicians and dancing. 5:30PM, Potocki Center for the Arts World Cup Field, Mission Viejo, pacificsymphony.org
6/21-26
Come From Away
See the hit Canadian musical based on the true story of the 7,000 passengers stranded after 9/11 and the small town in Newfoundland that welcomed them. Segerstrom Hall at Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Costa Mesa, scfta.org
See Christina and Michelle Naughton June 23 to 25. PHOTO COURTESY OF: PACIFIC SYMPHONY
6/22
34th Annual Hoag Summer Fest
More than 40 of Orange County’s top restaurants are set to participate in the Hoag Hospital Foundation’s annual food and music event. Guests will sample an array of exquisite food and beverage options while dancing to lively entertainment among friends—all to benefit Hoag’s Employee Scholarship. 5PM, Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort & Marina, Newport Beach, hoaghospitalfoundation.org
6/23-25
Mozart and Mahler
Twin pianists Christina Naughton and Michelle Naughton will present Mozart’s rarely performed Concerto for Two Pianos. During the second half of the show, Mahler’s Symphony No. 4 will conjure youthful innocence and the German countryside. 8PM, Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, Costa Mesa, scfta.org
Debbie Gibson will perform new and nostalgic numbers at City National Grove of Anaheim. PHOTO COURTESY OF: UNITED TALENT AGENCY
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6/25
Debbie Gibson
The beloved singer-songwriter is hitting the road for a highly anticipated solo U.S. tour to celebrate her 35-year career. Hear songs from her acclaimed new album, The Body Remembers, as well as her nostalgic hits. 8PM, City National Grove of Anaheim, citynationalgroveofanaheim.com
6/25
The Shea Center Gala 2022: Unbridled Optimism
The Shea Center’s annual gala is a beautiful evening supporting its mission of improving the lives of people with disabilities through therapeutic horse-related programs. The event includes spectacular views, delicious food and drinks, entertaining activities and opportunities to raise funds in support of The Shea Center. 5PM, Montage Laguna Beach, sheacenter.org
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