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.
Don Quixote for Kids
- Date: 03/25/2017 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
- Location: Newport Beach Civic Green
100 Civic Center Drive
Newport Beach, California 92660
The Festival Ballet Theatre presents highlights from the ballet "Don Quixote".
Join the gallant Don Quixote on his knightly quests across old-world Spain in Festival Ballet Theatre’s rendition of this beloved ballet, based on the novel by Miguel Cervantes. Families will enjoy this shortened version of the beloved tale. 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.
*** The show must go on - rain or shine! ***
If necessary, the performance will be moved indoors to Central Library Friends Room. Seating indoors will be on a first-come, first-serve basis, limited by room capacity of 200.
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