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Best Upcoming Musicals In OC

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These musicals have a little something for everyone. A few are Tony Award-winning productions, one is based off a Blockbuster hit loved by many and a couple will put an extra pep in your step this holiday season. So get your tickets and leave your worries behind for a few hours by immersing yourself in these entertaining shows.

Pippin - Music Box Theatre
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"Pippin"
Segerstrom Center for the Arts
600 Town Center Drive
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 556-2787
www.scfta.org
Dates: Nov. 11-23, 2014

This Tony Award-winning musical directed by Diane Paulus is gracing the stage again after a 40-year hiatus. Spectators will take a journey with a prince as he seeks his life's meaning. You will have to get your ticket to find out if he chooses a simple life filled with happiness or decides to take the road less traveled in hopes of obtaining a moment of greatness. Combining acrobatics performed by Les 7 Doigts de la Main, choreography reflecting Bob Fosse's legendary style, acting and music, "Pippin" is sure to be engaging.

Segerstrom Center - Dirty Dancing
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"Dirty Dancing"
Segerstrom Center for the Arts
600 Town Center Drive
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 556-2787
www.scfta.org
Dates: Feb. 2-15, 2015

Experience passion, romance and captivating dance styles at this musical adaptation of the famed Blockbuster movie "Dirty Dancing." Watch Baby and Johnny come together through dance and music and enjoy classic songs from the movie including "Hungry Eyes," "Hey Baby," "Do You Love Me?" and "The Time of My Life." You will want to sing and dance along as the plot takes you back to the summer of 1963. Click here to reserve your seat for this timeless story.

Kinky Boots
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"Kinky Boots"
Segerstrom Center for the Arts
600 Town Center Drive
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 556-2787
www.scfta.org
Dates: Dec. 30, 2014 to Jan. 11, 2015

The unlikely combination of a shoe factory owner and an entertainer in need of "sturdy stilettos" join forces in this six-time Tony Award-winning musical. Together, they prove that "Sometimes the best way to fit in is to stand out!" This uplifting story is accompanied with music by Cyndi Lauper and is directed and choreographed by Jerry Mitchell. Take a closer look at what the show entails here.

Related: A Night At Laguna Playhouse

Segerstrom Center -Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas
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"Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas"
Segerstrom Center for the Arts
600 Town Center Drive
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 556-2787
www.scfta.org
Dates: Dec. 10-14, 2014

Get in the holiday spirit with "Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas." This classic tale will bring the entire family together with laughter and an inspirational message. Follow the Grinch's transition from stealing the joy of Christmas from the Whos to understanding the real meaning of the holiday. Narrated by Max the Dog, the musical provides a fresh take on this acclaimed Dr. Seuss story. You won't want to miss this Broadway hit. Get your tickets here.

Related: How To Get Involved In OC's Theater Community

Stacy Brecht is a professional writer, dancer, marketer and model in the Los Angeles area. Brecht also enjoys traveling, wine, fitness training, volunteering, movies and trying new restaurants. Her work can be found at Examiner.com.


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