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.
City Arts Commission Public Forum
Sculpture in Civic Center Park Exhibition - Phase III
- Date: 08/23/2017 6:00 pm
- Location: City Council Chambers
100 Civic Center Drive
Newport Beach, California 92660
The City of Newport Beach Arts Commission is seeking public comments on submissions for Phase 3 of the Sculpture in Civic Center Park Exhibition. Arts Orange County, who has been tasked with managing the coordination of the call to artists, will be moderating a public forum to be held on Wednesday, August 23 at 6:00 p.m. in the Civic Center Council Chambers.
The City Arts Commission Sculpture in Civic Center Park Exhibition Ad Hoc Subcommittee will be in attendance as well as Richard Stein of Arts OC and Professor Joe Lewis, together with a two-person artist selection panel: Pat Gomez, Director at Irvine Fine Arts Center, and Bob Nicoll, Creative Director at Blizzard Entertainment.
The panel will review the submissions and recommend selections for City Arts Commission approval. Members of the public are encouraged to attend and offer their thoughts on the submissions. The City Arts Commission will consider the panel recommendations at their regular meeting on September 14.