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Lindsay Mack
Dec 13, 20248 min read
Molly Noori Fights to Destigmatize Chronic Illness in the Opera Industry
Culture OC talks with Noori of The Chronicled Voice, and organizations set up to advocate for equality in the opera industry and beyond....
Chapman University
Dec 10, 20243 min read
Janet Hilbert of the Hilbert Museum of California Art at Chapman University Passes Away
The following is a press release from an organization unaffiliated with Culture OC. The information provided has been written by the...
Lawrence Christon
Dec 9, 20246 min read
Martin Benson: An Appreciation
Lawrence Christon literally wrote the book about the founding of South Coast Repertory and was a friend of Martin Benson for many years....
Lawrence Christon
Dec 3, 20243 min read
SCR Cofounder Martin Benson Has Died
A cultural pioneer with partner David Emmes, he developed one of America’s most successful regional theaters. Martin Benson, cofounder of...
Kaitlin Wright
Nov 20, 20247 min read
The Legendary Judy Morr and Orange County's Dance Revolution
How a visionary leader transformed Segerstrom Center into an international destination for world-class performances. Judy Morr has never...
Paul Hodgins
Nov 13, 20246 min read
Alexander Shelley Will Be Pacific Symphony's Next Music Director
The British conductor brings a distinguished background and a wealth of interdisciplinary experience to his new role. Alexander Shelley...
Lindsay Mack
Nov 11, 20249 min read
Lyric Opera's Founder Makes Sure New Works and Classics Have a Home in Orange County
How does opera fit into the modern age? Diana Farrell, president and artistic director of Lyric Opera of Orange County, shares her...
Paul Hodgins
Aug 19, 20241 min read
Paula Tomei Talks About Her Long, Satisfying Run at SCR
SCR’s Paula Tomei shares some memories about her 44-Year SCR career in a candid TV interview. Paula Tomei, South Coast Repertory’s...
Anne Valdespino
Aug 14, 20247 min read
Luciana's Celebrates 40 Years of Winning Wines and 'Convivo'
The family restaurant in Dana Point has a new chef and another Wine Spectator award, but its enduring secret sauce is its hospitality....
Peter Lefevre
Aug 12, 20244 min read
Chamber Music OC Dreams Big to Celebrate Small Ensembles
Chamber Music OC emerged from a residency at Irvine’s Great Park to become O.C.’s undisputed center of the genre. Seasoned Orange County...
Paul Hodgins
Aug 9, 20245 min read
Chapman University’s Incoming Dean of Arts is Eager to Bring Her Philosophy to a New Campus
Anne F. Hogan is passionate about interdisciplinary approaches to the arts and their benefits for students. Anne F. Hogan, the new dean...
Joel Beers
May 6, 20249 min read
SCR at 60, Part 2: The Investment in New Plays Pays Off
Editor’s Note: This is PART 2 of a two-part series recognizing SCR’s 60th anniversary season, which continues through August. South Coast...
Paul Hodgins
May 1, 20247 min read
A Former Percussionist Sings the Praises of Pacific Chorale
Pacific Chorale’s new leader made a mid-career switch from instrumental to vocal music with no regrets. Rhett M. Del Campo, the new...
Paul Hodgins
Apr 29, 20246 min read
Víkingur Ólafsson's Extraordinary Goldberg Year
The Icelandic pianist has devoted 88 concerts to Bach’s keyboard masterpiece, and nothing else. Most concert pianists in the midst of...
Pacific Chorale
Mar 27, 20243 min read
Pacific Chorale Names Rhett M. Del Campo President and CEO
The following is a press release from an organization unaffiliated with Culture OC. The information provided has been written by the...
