Winner of a MacArthur “Genius” Fellowship and the Avery Fisher Prize, pianist Jeremy Denk performs an eclectic program that includes Scott Joplin and Nina Simone and the rich harmonies of William Bolcom alongside iconic works by Beethoven and Charles Ives. 8 p.m. April 9 at Renée & Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall.

Orange County Ballet Thestre presents a dance concert that showcases the talent of emerging dancers from Orange County, featuring a selection of works that push the boundaries of ballet and contemporary. The evening includes a performance of Raymonda's Wedding Divertissement, performed by OCT dancers and former Mariinsky Theatre soloist Alexander Saveliev. 7:30 p.m. April 10 at Irvine Barclay Theatre.

Based on real events in both our past and much more recent history, The Messenger brings together the voices of four women across generations, each wrestling with prejudice, survival, and the choice to raise their voices against hate. Through April 19 at Chance Theater.