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Don Quixote for Kids

Saturday, March 25, 12 p.m., Civic Center Green

Join 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. 

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Trio Accento

Sunday, March 26, 3 p.m., Central Library Friends Room
Trio Accento is an exciting new piano trio featuring violinist Limor Toren-Immerman, cellist Maksim Velichkin and pianist Nora Chiang Wrobel.. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
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Helix 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.

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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.

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Black Canary Strings

Sunday, May 21, 3 p.m., Central Library Friends Room
Black 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.

Sculpture Exhibition Phase V Opening -POSTPONED

The Newport Beach City Arts Commission will hold a grand opening celebration for Phase V of the Sculpture Exhibition in the Civic Center Park on Saturday, June 6 from 1 – 4 p.m. at the Newport Beach Civic Center.

The event will celebrate the addition of ten new sculptures to the Sculpture Exhibition in the Civic Center Park. The ten new sculptures were selected from submissions received by a national call for entries based on their artistic merit, durability, practicality and site appropriateness. 

A special presentation will be held in Council Chambers with refreshments, music, and kids art activities following.  Some of the artists will be on hand to talk about their artwork and visitors will be able to take a walking tour of the sculptures. 

For more information, visit the Cultural Arts webpage or email arts@newportbeachca.org

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