Sophisticated, classic, timeless - each word applies perfectly to the remarkable theatre facility that joins the Orange County Performing Arts Center’s current arts complex. It houses the 2,000-seat Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, 500-seat multi-use Samueli Theater and an education center. It is the home of Orange County’s Pacific Symphony, the Philharmonic Society of Orange County and the Pacific Chorale. The beautiful design is the work of internationally respected architect Cesar Pelli in concert with the dean of American acousticians, Russell Johnson of Artec.

The hall features a magnificent glass facade curving gracefully across the exterior. As they enter, patrons will have a preview of the dramatic, multi-tiered foyer and, once inside, enjoy a view from all levels to The Center’s existing hall and its signature sculpture, Fire Bird. Guests in the existing Center will be able to see into the magnificent new structure’s lobby, public restaurant and private donor room. The lobby ceiling, finished in silver leaf, will soar 80 feet above street level. A beautiful work of architectural jewelry will mirror the spiral staircase -- 300 individual silver lavalieres are suspended in graduated lengths and tipped with individual star-like fixtures.

Samueli Theater has its own distinctive entrance with large frosted glass panels illuminated from behind and producing a subtle glow against the building’s white limestone facade. The spectacular outdoor plaza created by Peter Walker and Partners unites the new venues with the current Center and South Coast Repertory, creating the Segerstrom Center for the Arts.

Located across from the Orange County Performing Arts Center

Known for its striking architecture and flawless acoustics, the Orange County Performing Arts Center is a magnificent venue for cultural and entertainment experiences. In its two theaters, the 3,000-seat Segerstrom Hall and intimate 250-seat Founders Hall, The Center presents the world’s greatest ballet companies, Broadway shows, concerts by renowned orchestras and classical chamber ensembles, grand opera, award-winning jazz and cabaret artists, family entertainment and many other special events.

For information and tickets, call 714.556.2787 Online at www.ocpac.org

For more than 40 years, South Coast Repertory has challenged and entertained theater goers with exceptional plays commissioned from new and established writers, as well as works drawn from classic and modern theatre repertories. Founded in 1964 by David Emmes and Martin Benson, who continue to serve as artistic directors, SCR offers a ten-month season, September through June. SCR also presents a variety of outreach and educational programs, including Theatre for Young Audiences and Their Families. The Theater Conservatory offers acting classes for youth, teens, and adults.

The masterful hand of architect Cesar Pelli is also evident in the inspired creation of SCR’s Folino Theatre Center, which houses the 507-seat Segerstrom Stage, the 336-seat Julianne Argyros Stage and the 94 seat Nicholas Studio.

For information and tickets call: 714.708.5555 www.scr.org
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“The Ram” by Charles O. Perry
Located between Park Tower and the Westin South Coast Plaza.

“Sun Glitter” and “Jonah and the Whale” by Carl Milles
Located outside of the Center Club in the lower level of Center Tower on Town Center Drive.