Special Events
Don Quixote for Kids
Saturday, March 25, 12 p.m., Civic Center GreenJoin the gallant Don Quixote on his knightly quests across old-world Spain in Festival Ballet Theatre’s shortened rendition of this beloved ballet, based on the novel by Miguel Cervantes.
The Don Quixote ballet is an adventurous introduction to Spanish literature, music, culture, and history. Bring a picnic and your beach chairs for this special spring event. No alcohol is permitted. Parking and admission are free. This outdoor performance is supported by the City Arts Commission and will be held on the Civic Green.
Trio Accento
Sunday, March 26, 3 p.m., Central Library Friends RoomHelix Collective
Sunday, April 23, 3 p.m., Central Library Friends Room Los Angeles-based Helix Collective performs a high-energy, out-of-the-box mix of world classical and rock n’ roll. The flexible ensemble includes flute/piccolo/alto flute, oboe/English horn, cello, piano and percussion.Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
BackhausDance on the Civic Green
Saturday, May 20, 2 p.m., Civic Center Green
Dance lovers from around Orange County are invited to dress comfortably and enjoy this unique interactive dance experience presented by Backhausdance outdoors on the Civic Green. Supported by the City Arts Commission.
Black Canary Strings
Sunday, May 21, 3 p.m., Central Library Friends RoomBlack Canary is a contemporary improvising string ensemble that combines their varied and timeless repertoire of classical, jazz, pop, folk and world music in an acoustic or electric setting. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
"Attitude, Simulations, and Whimsy: Artist Book as Object" closes
- Date: 05/15/2019 (all day)
Attitude, Simulations, and Whimsy: Artist Book as Object
The Newport Beach City Arts Commission presents “Attitude, Simulations, and Whimsy: Artist Book as Object,” a special exhibit featuring the work of 22 University of California Irvine art students, at the Newport Beach Public Library from April 13 through May 15.
As part of their curriculum, students researched the history and creative production of the artist's books at the special collections department of UCI’s Langson Library. They explored the infinite possibilities of constructing and organizing data, or in some cases, interweaving visual narratives using unusual materials, color, line, and form. Their reinterpretations of the artist’s book take many different forms from sculpted trees to unique containers.
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Ray Abrina |
Xiongfeng Xu |
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Shamina Ahmed |
Dallas Makena Yamane |
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Zyanya Arellano Martinez |
Qinmei Yu |
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Xi Chen |
Angelo Yu |
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Abigail Reed Coffing |
Norbert Tsi |
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Amanda Dang |
Arturo Vizcaino Cortes |
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Brion Anthony Kerry |
Meimei Woo |
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Sarah Ann Khawaja |
Chance Cooper Woods |
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Max Patterson |
Suki Xia |
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Viviana Romero-Ramirez |
Qiruui Xin |
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Feifei Shen |
Lingrong Xu |
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