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Tis the season for holiday fun at Segerstrom Center for the Arts

Segerstrom Center for the Arts is presenting an incredible line-up of festive performances to make this season merry and bright, including international music sensations, timeless dance, esteemed recording artists, lively outdoor activities and a Christmas Broadway classic. The month kicks off with the return of a Center-favorite magical ballet tradition American Ballet Theatre’s The Nutcracker (December 8-17) and continues with holiday family fun on the plaza at Silent Night Silent Disco (December 8) and a walk through the seasonal traditions across the globe at Holidays Around the World (December 10).

SMASH star Megan Hilty graces the Samueli Theater stage in A Merry Little Christmas with Megan Hilty (December 14-16). A classic holiday tale comes to life with the wonderful and whimsical Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical (December 19-24), followed by a reimagining of Tchaikovsky’s classic Nutcracker Suite with Afro-Cuban energetic rhythms and immersive sound experience at The Pan American Nutcracker Suite (December 22). Fiesta Navidad (December 23) returns with a traditional Mexican celebration of Christmas Eve and the season culminates with the return of Salute to Vienna New Year’s Concert (December 30).

Holiday line-up:

–American Ballet Theatre’s The Nutcracker

With Tchaikovsky’s Score Performed Live by Pacific Symphony

December 8-17, Segerstrom Hall. Tickets start at $29.

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American Ballet Theatre’s “The Nutcracker”

SoCal’s favorite holiday tradition returns with American Ballet Theatre’s critically acclaimed production of The Nutcracker.

Nutcracker Sweet Seats: A limited number of exclusive Sweet Seats are available for the weekend performances of The Nutcracker. Along with prime Orchestra seating, this ticket also comes with a Segerstrom Center keepsake ornament, a The Nutcracker collectible poster, and a delicious holiday cookie – all in a Segerstrom Center tote bag. Make it a holiday experience your loved ones will remember forever.

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Silent Night Silent Disco

–Silent Night Silent Disco

Friday, Dec 8, 7-10 p.m.

Julianne and George Argyros Plaza. All tickets are $15 per person.

They can’t guarantee calm, but they can guarantee bright! Ring in the holiday season with Silent Night Silent Disco.

–Holidays Around the World

Sunday, Dec. 10, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Julianne and George Argyros Plaza. Entry is free with RSVP.

Experience the most wonderful time of year at the Center and join this day of festive family fun as they transform the Julianne and George Argyros Plaza into a spectacular winter wonderland.

–A Merry Little Christmas with Megan Hilty

December 14-16, Samueli Theater. Tickets start at $89.

Santa is making an early delivery this year (to all the good little Broadway-loving girls and boys). Center favorite Megan Hilty is returning with a new holiday show.

–Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical

December 19-24, Segerstrom Hall. Tickets start at $29.

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“How the Grinch Stole Christmas” – December 19-24

It has played many consecutive years on Broadway during its holiday engagements at the St. James and Hilton theatres in New York. Since then, more than 2.1 million theatergoers across America have been delighted by this heart-warming holiday musical.

–Joe McCarthy’s New York Afro Bop Alliance Big Band Presents the Pan American Nutcracker Suite

Friday, Dec. 22, at 8 p.m.

Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall. Tickets start at $39.

“Pan American Nutcracker Suite is an aural tour de force, an all-encompassing, immersive sound experience.” –The Urban Music Scene

–Fiesta Navidad

Saturday, Dec. 23 at 8 p.m., Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall. Tickets start at $32.

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“Fiesta Navidad” – December 23

One of Orange County’s most beloved holiday events, Fiesta Navidad, features the Grammy Award^®-winning Mariachi Los Camperos in a concert filled with festive music and dance. This celebration of Mexican holiday traditions is a joyous annual tradition at Segerstrom Center, perfect for the whole family.

–Salute to Vienna’s New Year’s Concert

Saturday, Dec. 30 at 3 p.m., Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall. Tickets start at $49.

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Vienna’s New Year’s Concert – December 30

European singers, dancers and full orchestra. With timeless music, dazzling costumes, breathtaking dance, stunning floral designs, Salute to Vienna New Year’s Concert returns to Segerstrom Center for the Arts for an unforgettable New Year’s celebration that will enchant and delight audiences of all ages.

–Strauss Symphony of America

December 9 -10, Samueli Theater. Tickets only $20.

Sensory friendly/relaxed and ASL interpreted performances available.

Free pre-show activities.

Deemed “a rockstar for little language learners” by Billboard, Andrés and Christina are the Latin Grammy® Award-winning music duo 123 Andrés (pronounced “uno, dos, tres, Andrés”).

–KC and the Sunshine Band

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KC and the Sunshine Band – December 30

Saturday, Dec. 30 at 7:30 p.m., Segerstrom Hall. Tickets start at $59.

KC and The Sunshine Band formed in 1973 with one single purpose: To create instant happiness through music and the group has done just that, topping the charts with many singles.

Tickets for all these wonderful events are available online at www.scfta.org

 in person at 600 Town Center Drive Costa Mesa or by phone at 714.556.2787.

Segerstrom Center for the Arts is located at 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa.