Friday, Sept. 1 “A Night With Janis Joplin”: Visit the Laguna Playhouse to hear the Queen of Rock n’ Roll sing her best songs again in this Tony-nominated Broadway musical. Featuring Jo…
“A Night With Janis Joplin”: Visit the Laguna Playhouse to hear the Queen of Rock n’ Roll sing her best songs again in this Tony-nominated Broadway musical. Featuring Joplin’s greatest hits, including, “Me and Bobby McGee, ” “Piece of My Heart, ” and “Mercedes Benz” along with other faves from Aretha Franklin, Etta James and more. $66-$101. Various times and dates through Sept. 20.606 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach. 949-497-2787 or lagunaplayhouse.com
West Coast Surf Competition: Come down, support and watch some highly competitive surfing go down in Huntington Beach. Five surf clubs will battle against each other for the grand prize and bragging rights. Followed by an after party from 4-9pm with Los Nauticals playing tunes at the SOKFY flagship store in Pacific City. Free. 8 a.m.-9 p.m. 21010 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach. 714-930-2345 or gopacificcity.com
Live Music at Pacific City: CEric McEntee, whose music embrace the spirit and tradition of folk-based artists from the 1960s Greenwich Village songwriting milieu, Townes Van Zandt and John Stewart. will perform from 1 to 4 p.m. 21010 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach. 714-930-2345 or gopacificcity.com
“Once”: Enjoy the opening night of the theatrical performance “Once” by Enda Walsh at the South Coast Repertory. The story revolves around a Dublin street musician about to abandon his dream when a beautiful woman takes a sudden interest in his haunting love songs. As the chemistry between them grows, his music soars to new heights, and their connection becomes more than an everyday romance. $79. Various times and dates through Sept. 30.655 Town Center Dr., Costa Mesa. 714-708-5555 or scr.org
Beach Street Festival: Come and enjoy a fun day of music, dancing, shopping and eating. Beach Street is a summer festival featuring live DJ sets, a master class instructed by world famous dance crew Kinjaz members Brian Chung and Mike Song, pop-up shops, meet and greets, a slam dunk contest, and more. Free. Noon-8 p.m. 6940 Beach Boulevard, Buena Park. 714-521-8858 or thesourceoc.com
Music on the Deck: Enjoy a live performance by singer-songwriter Mike Dena. This musician is recognized for his soul, blues, and jazz music as well as his heartfelt content. Free. 1-4 p.m. 21010 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach. 714-930-2345 or gopacificcity.com
Concert on the Green: Newport Beach City Arts Commission presents the final 2017 Concert on the Green featuring Night Shift, a high-energy pop ensemble. This talented group of musicians and vocalists will perform the best music of classic rock, R&B and contemporary artists. Free parking is available. Concert goers are encouraged to come early and bring a picnic dinner or purchase food and refreshments from food trucks on site. Attendees should also bring beach chairs and/or blankets for the outdoor event. Free. 6-7: 30 p.m. Newport Beach Civic Center. 100 Civic Center Dr., Newport Beach. 949-644-3309 or newportbeachca.gov
Stark Beauty-The Photography of Edward Weston: Visit the Bowers Museum to view an exhibit dedicated to photographer Edward Weston. Three sections represent the most iconic aspects of Weston’s work: portraits of his beautiful muses and famous contemporaries, vast American landscapes depicting the United States in unaltered focus and reality, and close-ups which find beauty in the forms of man-made objects, vegetables, and the bare human body. $10-$15. Various times and dates through Sept. 17.2002 North Main St., Santa Ana. 714-567-3600 or thesourceoc.com
Sing-Off: Enjoy a karaoke tournament every other week at The Source OC. Participants will compete and the winner from each round will advance to the Sing-off finales in December for a chance to win the Grand Prize. All singers will receive a special prize. To register, participants must email their name and song information to info@thesourceoc.com. All ages are welcome. Parking is free. Free. 6-8 p.m. 6940 Beach Boulevard, Buena Park. 714-521-8858 or thesourceoc.com
Music on the Deck: Sophia Dion performs. With a sound inspired by the likes of Joss Stone and KT Tunstall, Dion’s original music explores themes familiar to all teenagers: relationships with parents and friends, dealing with bullies, and moving away from those closest to you. Free. 5-8 p.m. 21010 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach. 714-930-2345 or gopacificcity.com
