Segerstrom Center for the Arts

Tonight on NBC, see Matthew Morrison transform into the mean, Mr. Grinch! Will he bring the Whos of Whoville down? Or will their fahoo forays, dahoo dorays save the spirit of the town? Tune in at 8 p.m. ET/PT to find out!

Each month, we are taking a closer look at students or staff members of our ABT Gillespie School for #TutuTuesday. This month get to know 13-year-old Edelawit Aucoin. Edelawit and her mother packed their bags and moved from New Orleans to Southern California to advance Edelawit's ballet training. We asked her some questions for #TutuTuesday! ... Why did you choose to train at the ABT Gillespie School? Two students at one of my previous studios in New Orleans have gone on to study at the ABT Gillespie School, and I heard about the program there. Last year I left New Orleans to study at the UNCSA Preparatory Program, which was an amazing experience, but I always had ABT training as a dream. During the pandemic, my mother and I were suddenly able to move to California, so I applied. A year and a half after first hearing about the program, I'm going after one of my biggest goals, training with ABT. Why do you love ballet/dance? This is really cliche, but I danced Clara in The Nutcracker at my first studio. Ever since then, I knew that the feeling of being on stage is unbeatable, and I never wanted to stop dancing. The feeling of the lights beating down on you, the world stopping just for you to dance, it's perfect. What are your future goals with dancing? Like most dancers at this stage in training, I want to be a professional in a company. ABT and Royal Ballet are both my dreams. One of my biggest goals is to leave a mark on at least one young Black dancer out there who doesn't feel confident in this white-dominated world of ballet. From personal experience, I know that seeing other Black dancers makes you feel seen and proud to take on ballet. We are so excited to have you and watch you grow, Edelawit! #ABT #BalletTraining #ABTGillespieSchool #TutuTuesday

During this time, the state Stay-at-Home order encourages us all to continue to attend outdoor exercise classes and specifically mentions outdoor Yoga as an excellent way to maintain physical and mental health. As a result, we will continue with our planned outdoor Yoga classes with SunSpark Yoga, which happens in a safe socially-distanced format. Join us tomorrow at 4 pm. https://bit.ly/PlazaYoga4

Segerstrom Center for the Arts considers the health and well being of our patrons, artists, and staff to be our top priority. In accordance with the State of California's latest Stay-at-Home order, the following events on the Argyros Plaza have been affected. Patrons who purchased tickets to canceled events have the value of their tickets on their Segerstrom account as a credit that may be used for any future purchase with us. Should you wish to discuss turning your credit into a tax-deductible donation to our Raise the Curtain fund or another outcome for your tickets please contact our Guest Services department at (714) 556-2787 We appreciate your understanding in these times and we look forward to seeing you back outside soon.

This Wednesday, come enjoy Yoga on our plaza!! SunSpark Yoga will be leading an hour-long class with sounds and vibrations on the singing bowls, gong & drum. It is the perfect mid-week activity to relax and revitalize! There are only 28 spots available for these outdoor Yoga classes, so be sure to purchase your $10 ticket to secure yours. We will see you and your yoga mat there! https://bit.ly/PlazaYoga

If you are an educator, parent or organization looking for an arts education curriculum to introduce, we are here to help! The Center’s Arts Teach program presents a roster of professional artists in music, dance, theater and the visual arts who specialize in assemblies, workshops, and residencies. Whether in-person or virtual learning, our programs provide the wonder and excitement of live performances and hands-on activities to schools and community organizations in Southern California. Learn more at: https://bit.ly/SCFTA_ArtsTeach

In the first time in forever there was music, there was light! Disney on Broadway's The Lion King - Musical, Aladdin - The Musical and Frozen - The Musical reunited to sing 'Let It Go' and it was a performance worth melting for.

The Lincoln Center's Eliza Doolittle in My Fair Lady, TV's Younger and the upcoming reboot of Gossip Girl actress, and Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle and Tony Award winner, Laura Benanti performs this Saturday! Known for her effortless soprano voice, audacious entrances, and witty banter, the stage and screen star makes for one fun night of story and songs. There are so many reasons to get your tickets to this great show on Nov. 14th! http://bit.ly/SeeLauraSaturday

Join us ON OUR PLAZA for #WellnessWednesday! SunSpark Yoga will lead us through an outdoor hour-long HathaFlow Yoga Class with Soundscapes. We invite you to have fun, honor your body, and work at your own pace. Purchase your $10 ticket today to ensure your spot for this relaxing outdoor event happening on November 11th and 18th at 4 pm! Each class has only 28 spots, secure yours now http://bit.ly/PlazaYoga **Masks must be worn by all participants upon check-in and until th...ey arrive to their assigned spots. Yoga mats are encouraged but will not be provided by the Center, participants should bring their own mat. Each spot will be 8 feet from the neighboring participants. Instructors will be on-stage and will not provide tactile cuing. Contactless check-in will include a touchless thermometer temperature check and hand sanitizer stations will be accessible throughout the Plaza. Participants are encouraged to arrive early to set up See more

Once upon a November, we had Anastasia The Musical on our stage one year ago. We thought we would reminisce with a little sing-a-long! We’ll start in the comment section below and YOU can help by putting in the next line!

Today is the day! Whether you are dropping your ballot off or going in person, we hope you all are exercising your right to VOTE. We sure are, so our offices are closed today. Happy Voting! #VOTE

Need some Saturday plans? Watch the loverly Laura Benanti from your home while enjoying a performance of songs from her career and her new studio album! We will see you online on November 14th! http://bit.ly/WomenofBroadway8

Our Fall Musical Theater classes start THIS Thursday! This creative, virtual environment encourages active participation during each of our 5 live classes! Learn musical theater performance, acting, improv, and dance. Be sure to register for the perfect after school program! https://bit.ly/FallMusicalTheater

Feliz Día de Muertos! We hope your weekend is full of celebrations and fun! We miss celebrating this beautiful holiday on our plaza with you! In honor of today, here is our beautiful La Catrina from 2019. #DiaDeMuertos

Happy Halloween!! We are wishing you a totally fetch, super safe, SPOOKtacular, and Fab-BOO-lous Halloween! Rock out with Karen on her favorite holiday! #ImAMouse #DUH

Come What May in 2020, we will always have Aaron Tveit and Karen Olivo in Moulin Rouge The Musical - Broadway and that is enough for us. Start your weekend off with this super dreamy video of the musical stars and Tony Award nominees singing the shows iconic song. #wearentcryingyouare

Light up your holidays and join Christmas’ favorite couple, Ellen and Clark Griswold for this virtual salute to the holiday classic! Chevy Chase and Beverly D’Angelo share fan-favorite clips from the movie, reveal their favorite memories from the making of the Vacation franchise and answer your questions in a live audience Q & A. On sale now!! http://bit.ly/LampoonChristmas

This never gets old, even 2 years later! #TBT to when the one and only Carole King surprised a Center audience after the performance of Beautiful - The Carole King Musical. This feels So Far Away, but we will cherish it forever! Who remembers this??