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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.

Call for Entries opens - 58th Annual Newport Beach Art Exhibition

  • Date: 03/03/2025  (all day)

Calling all artists! Apply today for the 58th Annual Newport Beach Art Exhibition

Artist credit (top): Michael Phillips, "Birds Not of a Feather Flocking Together", (bottom left to right): Aleta Knight, "Destination"; Ashley Blundell-Sanders, "Alabaster"; Richard Takemori, "Laguna Beach (2)"
Artist credit (top): Michael Phillips, "Birds Not of a Feather Flocking Together",
Artist credit (bottom left to right): Aleta Knight, "Destination"; Ashley Blundell-Sanders, "Alabaster"; Richard Takemori, "Laguna Beach (2)"

The 58th Annual Newport Beach Art Exhibition is an opportunity for artists to show and sell their artwork to the public in a one-day exhibit. This annual exhibition features recently created original artwork in various mediums, including oils and acrylics, pastels, watercolor, charcoal, pen and ink, sculpture, photography and mixed media.

The call for entries will open Monday, March 3, 2025 and will close on Friday, May 9, 2025 at 11 p.m. PST (Pacific Standard Time).

Call for entries:

https://artist.callforentry.org/festivals_unique_info.php?ID=14821

 

Location:
Newport Beach Civic Center
Community Room and Civic Green
100 Civic Center Drive, Newport Beach 

Artist's Delivery of Artwork:
Friday, June 27, 2025 from 3-6 p.m.
Saturday, June 28, 2025 from 8:30-10 a.m. 

Art Exhibit and Sale:
Saturday, June 28, 2025 from 1-5 p.m. 

Awards Reception:
Saturday, June 28, 2025 at 4 p.m. 

Artist's Artwork Retrieval:
Saturday, June 28, 2025from 5 p.m. 


Artists must retrieve artwork promptly at show closing.

~ No early removal; no exceptions ~

Paintings
(Oil, Acrylic, Watercolor):
1st $300, 2nd $200, 3rd $100 

Drawings
(Ink, Pencil, Pastel, Charcoal):
1st $300, 2nd $200, 3rd $100 

3D Art
(includes sculpture and 3D mixed media):
1st $300, 2nd $200, 3rd $100 

Photography
1st $300, 2nd $200, 3rd $100

 Juror's Choice Award:
$200

People's Choice Award:
$100

All awards will be determined by a guest juror (to be announced).

 

 Presented by the Newport Beach City Arts Commission

 

Questions? Contact the Newport Beach Cultural Arts Office at 949-717-3802 or arts@newportbeachca.gov.

 

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