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Best Shows from October 5 - December 5

in Costa Mesa

Hadestown at Segerstrom Hall

Hadestown

Cleaning up during the 2018/19 awards season, plucky folk opera Hadestown garnered eight Tony Awards (including the coveted Tony for Best Musical), four Drama Desk Awards, six Outer Critics Circle Awards, and a Drama League Award. This came as no surprise given the production received much acclaim during both its Off-Broadway and Broadway runs, praised for its soaring imagination, vibrant retelling of a classic story, and a sumptuous score that evokes smoky New Orleans jazz and bubbling Americana-tinged folk. Don't miss out when the lauded musical hits the road on this hotly anticipated national tour!

Oct 29 - Nov 3

Segerstrom Hall

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Mrs. Doubtfire at Segerstrom Hall

Mrs. Doubtfire

She's the nanny we all wanted in the '90s and now she's back to give the 21st century a spin in this high-spirited musical adaptation of the beloved 1993 classic. From the minds behind Something Rotten! and Hello, Dolly! This glorious production captures the film's original fun and chaos - with added theatrical pizazz!

Shrek - The Musical at Segerstrom Hall

Shrek - The Musical

Join Shrek, Fiona and Donkey in this magical musical theatre version of the Oscar-winning Dreamworks animation. Following the same story beats as the movie, this Tony-winning show features original songs from Jeanine Tesori (Fun Home), and a book by Pulitzer winner David Lindsay-Abaire (Rabbit Hole).

Little Shop Of Horrors at Segerstrom Stage

Little Shop Of Horrors

When flower store assistant Seymour Krelborn stumbles upon a very strange new plant species, he has high hopes that his discovery will lead to fame, fortune and the heart of his unrequited crush, Audrey. But Seymour gets a whole lot more than he bargained for from this exotic foliage. After an accident, the cute little Audrey II (named for his beloved) develops an insatiable thirst for human blood and a set of R&B singing pipes, leading Seymour to turn serial killer to keep his secret from bursting out of Skid Row and endangering the whole human race!

Showing until Oct 19

Segerstrom Stage

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A View from the Bridge at Laguna Playhouse

A View from the Bridge

A devastating portrait of the American Dream gone awry, Arthur Miller's A View from the Bridge is one the theatre's greatest ever works. It centers on the tragic figure of Eddie Carbone, a hard-working Brooklyn longshoreman, who harbors a secret desire for his young niece Catherine. Don't miss this searing work from the Laguna Playhouse this fall, directed by David Ellenstein.

Oct 30 - Nov 17

Laguna Playhouse

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A Christmas Carol at South Coast Repertory

A Christmas Carol

Now over 40 years young, the South Coast Repertory production of Charles Dickens's iconic holiday play returns to Segerstrom Stage, adapted by Jerry Patch and directed by Hisa Takakuwa. Victorian London comes to Costa Mesa as we follow the journey of miserly lender Ebeneezer Scrooge as he discovers the true meaning of happiness in the iconic story of redemption.

Cold War Kids at The Observatory

Cold War Kids

Alternative rockers and indie darlings Cold War Kids are heading out on a new tour in 2024, with pop duo Hovvdy and indie pop artist Joe P on select dates. Known for their jangling guitar riffs and heartfelt lyrics, CWK cite influences as far-ranging as Fiona Apple to Led Zeppelin, which all come together in a blues-rock-infused jam fest.

Ina Garten at Segerstrom Hall

Ina Garten

Ina Garten is one foodie with an unusual start - she has an MBA instead of any formal chef training, and started her career working for the White House's nuclear programme. Our tastebuds are eternally grateful however that she left her office job to run a small food store in the Hamptons called the Barefoot Contessa, a move which kick-started her dream job as a full-time foodie. This year, Garten invites you behind the scenes for an intimate conversation as she discusses her new long awaited memoir: Be Ready When The Luck Happens.

Avatar The Last Airbender In Concert at Segerstrom Hall

Avatar The Last Airbender In Concert

Get immersed in the epic world of Avatar: The Last Airbender! In this thrilling screening of the greatest moments along Aang's quest, a live orchestra performs the soundtrack! As some of the most breathtaking scenes from the series are shown on the cinema screen, witness live the unmistakable sounds of the soundtrack's looming taiko drums, atmospheric erhu violins and the enchanting sonics of a sweeping wind section taking you along for the journey.

Steve Aoki at Time Nightclub

Steve Aoki

Miami-born Steve Aoki has become a household name in EDM! His stage presence, coupled with the Aoki brand, have made him one of the most successful DJs on the club circuit right now. Not to mention hits like Just Hold On and collabs with the hottest stars, from Fall Out Boy and Machine Gun Kelly to Louis Tomlinson and Snoop Lion.

Underoath at The Observatory

Underoath

Christian metal-rockers Underoath are celebrating the 20th anniversary of their fourth and breakthrough album, 'They're Only Chasing Safety,' in the best way possible: with a new tour! Kicking off in early fall, this tour will showcase all songs from the album as well as fan favorites. They're ready to give you a night to remember, so don't miss it!

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