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.
"A Walk In Her Shoes"
Interactive art exhibit by Cherished
- Date: 01/13/2017 (all day)
- Location: Newport Beach Central Library
1000 Avocado Avenue
Newport Beach, California 92660
A Walk in Her Shoes is an interactive art exhibit that tells the stories of survivors of human trafficking. Each of the shoes displayed represents a woman who has survived sexual exploitation, addiction or life on the streets. Headphones and QR code are affixed to each podium so that visitors can easily listen to the stories by downloading a QR Code Reader and scanning the code.
A Walk in Her Shoes was created by Cherished High Desert, a nonprofit organization, comprised of a residential program and social enterprise that is run by and for survivors of commercialized sexual exploitation, human trafficking, addictions and life on the streets. The stories can also be listened to by visiting the Cherished High Desert website at www.cherishedhighdesert.com. Not suitable for children.
The exhibit runs January 13 through February 15, on the second level of the Newport Beach Central Library.
Presented by the Newport Beach City Arts Commission.