Lake Forest Performing Arts Events

The Exorcist

Tuesday, July 3 8:00p
Geffen Playhouse, Los Angeles
World Premiere Tony Award Winning Director The most chilling test of faith comes to life on stage. This world premiere adaptation of the famous 1971 novel documenting the terror and redemption of a ten-year-o

Ken Ludwig's Leading Ladies

Tuesday, June 5 8:00p
International City Theatre, Long Beach
A cross between Tootsie and Some Like It Hot, this rollicking comedy finds two actors, Leo Clark and Jack Gable, so down on their luck that they are performing "Scenes from Shakespeare" on the Moose Lodge Circu

Uncle Jeremy's Smyle Hour

Sunday, June 10 6:30p
Open Fist Theatre, Los Angeles
Uncle Jermy’s Smyle Hour is a 45 minute comedic romp in the style of Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood....but for adults!

IRIS from Cirque du Soleil

Saturday, June 2 3:00p
Kodak Theatre, Los Angeles
Cirque du Soleil® invites you to IRIS, a Journey Through the World of Cinema™. This large-scale production – created exclusively for its permanent home at the Kodak Theatre in Los Angeles – offers a new take on

The Three Phantoms – Broadway’s Biggest Hits!

Saturday, July 21 8:00p
Verizon Wireless Amphitheater, Irvine
An evening of Broadway magic that combines the cachet of “The Phantom of the Opera” with three extraordinary performers who have played that title role.

Twelfth Night

Saturday, June 2 4:30p
Concordia University, Irvine
Bring a picnic basket, a group of friends, and sit down under the early evening sky to watch some great live professional Shakespeare.

July 4 Spectacular – Music of the Eagles

Wednesday, July 4 8:00p
Verizon Wireless Amphitheater, Irvine
Orange County’s favorite 4th-of-July celebration! A showcase of The Eagles’ mega-hits like “Take it Easy” and “Hotel California” headlines our extravaganza – which also includes patriotic favorites, our traditi

Disney Live in Concert – Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl

Saturday, Sep 1 8:00p
Verizon Wireless Amphitheater, Irvine
A perfect night under the stars for the whole family! Johnny Depp stars as the unforgettable Jack Sparrow in 2003’s blockbuster “Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl” while the gifted men and

Psychic Sunday: Expect the Unexpected with Psychic Medium Bill Philipps (Special Event)

Sunday, June 24 2:00p
Irvine Improv, Irvine
Join renowned Psychic Medium Bill Philipps as he takes you on a journey beyond the physical realm. Bill's amazing gift of communicating with the deceased is unparalleled; as he brings through messages, validati

American Idiot

Saturday, June 2 2:00p
Segerstrom Hall, Costa Mesa
CENTER PREMIERE! Based on Green Day’s Grammy Award-winning multi-platinum album. The smash-hit, Tony Award®-winning American Idiot is Broadway's most exciting new musical.

Little Women

Saturday, June 2 2:00p
Musical Theatre Village, Irvine
Based on Louisa May Alcott's own family experiences (and novel), Little Women, follows the adventures of Jo, Meg, Beth and Amy March as they grow up in Civil War America.

Tchaikovsky Spectacular

Saturday, Aug 25 8:00p
Verizon Wireless Amphitheater, Irvine
A Summer Festival tradition, including the thrilling climax of thundering cannons and spectacular fireworks in the “1812” Overture.

Les Miserables

Tuesday, June 12 7:30p
Segerstrom Hall, Costa Mesa
25th Anniversary Production an unquestionably spectacular production from start to finish. The New York Times Cameron Mackintosh presents a brand new 25th anniversary production of Boublil & Sch nberg s legenda

Circus Vargas: The Big One is Back

Thursday, June 14 6:30p
Irvine Spectrum Center, Irvine
IT’S MUSICAL, IT’S MEMORABLE … IT’S CIRCUS WITH A TOUCH OF BROADWAY! You’re invited to see the thrilling world of Circus Vargas at Irvine Spectum June 14-25!

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