Orange County Entertainment and Sports Deals

When you're in a stadium with 10,000 of your closest friends, the artist you're there to see looks to be a half-mile away, and you're forced to stand, and the food is overpriced -- you're left with a ... [more+]

When you're in a stadium with 10,000 of your closest friends, the artist you're there to see looks to be a half-mile away, and you're forced to stand, and the food is overpriced -- you're left with a nagging sense of disappointment. Some might say, buyers' remorse. It doesn't have to be that way, and Stellar Shows proves it with every one of their live music shows in every one of their venues. See for yourself at Campus Jax in Newport. [less-]

Los Angeles Haunted Hayride has a new theme for 2019, new attractions -- Midnight Mortuary, Roadkill Ranch -- new scare zone and new mini escape games! Midnight Falls is proudly hosting its 13th annua... [more+]

Los Angeles Haunted Hayride has a new theme for 2019, new attractions -- Midnight Mortuary, Roadkill Ranch -- new scare zone and new mini escape games! Midnight Falls is proudly hosting its 13th annual Halloween Festival for 1985. However, this strange town is always celebrating Halloween, and it’s always 1985. But that doesn’t stop the citizens from enjoying the festival’s bizarre celebratory offerings. Visiting the Midnight Falls residents in the town square, neighborhoods and exploring the local establishments reveal more of the strange and sinister secrets behind this eerie town. Located in the center of the small town, the annual Midnight Falls Halloween Festival comes to life with joyous decorations from a time gone by. Just underneath the layers of Jack O’ Lanterns, glowing orange lights, high-spirited entertainment and fall festival atmosphere is an unsettling sense of foreboding -- all is not right in this peculiar place. The celebrating locals are morphing into terrifying creatures while they hold the chilling secrets to Midnight Falls. Local homes inside Midnight Falls spring to life, driven by the spirit of Halloween. But it is soon discovered the ghoulish residents have far more tricks on their mind than treats. The wondrous magic of a traditional neighborhood Halloween celebration is turned upside down as terrors stalk the streets in "Trick-or-Treat". The dark and ominous house at the end of the street looms over Midnight Falls. Owned and operated by the Marlow family for decades, the local funeral parlor holds many sinister secrets. The town’s mysteries can be found breaking-through the dim hallways of the "Midnight Mortuary". Just on the outskirts of Midnight Falls, mysterious ranch hands are responsible for collecting the main highway’s deceased varmints. However, their hack methods of body disposal come back to bite with an insatiable vengeance. Within the dreadful chaos lurking inside, face the horrifying wrath of an ancient entity crawling inside "Roadkill Ranch". Within the foothills of Midnight Falls, The Hayride leads to a thrilling adventure of horrors afflicting the town. Out in the darkness, a portal has opened spilling hideous creatures from its rotted mouth. The spirit of Halloween comes to life surrounding helpless victims brave enough to board "The Hayride". [less-]

Life is good in Port Alison, Manitoba -- Thursday night hockey, beers at The Peg, nice people. But lately Gordy’s interests lean more toward "The Magic Flute" and pottery classes. When his pal, Bren... [more+]

Life is good in Port Alison, Manitoba -- Thursday night hockey, beers at The Peg, nice people. But lately Gordy’s interests lean more toward "The Magic Flute" and pottery classes. When his pal, Brendan, is gifted two all-expenses-paid tickets on a gay cruise, it’s the opportunity of a lifetime -- to experience life far from Canada! In this quick-change comedy where five actors play a ship-load of characters, small chances might lead to big changes. But can Gordy step out of his comfort zone? [less-]

Chicago’s Second City -- the comedy troupe that gave us "SCTV" and inspired "Saturday Night Live" and "Whose Line Is it Anyway?" -- has taken its hilarious act on the road for the past 59 years, bri... [more+]

Chicago’s Second City -- the comedy troupe that gave us "SCTV" and inspired "Saturday Night Live" and "Whose Line Is it Anyway?" -- has taken its hilarious act on the road for the past 59 years, bringing laughs, zany improv and inimitable sketch comedy to cities across America. Their alumni list reads like a Who’s Who of Comedy, including Alan Arkin, Joan Rivers, Martin Short, John Belushi, Gilda Radner, Dan Aykroyd, John Candy, Eugene Levy, Stephen Colbert, Keegan-Michael Key, Tina Fey, Chris Farley and Mike Myers, among many others. Witness the next generation of comedy superstars putting their spin on the storied company’s greatest hits, re-booted and re-imagined for today. [less-]

Over 35 million people on our blue planet have experienced the surprising and exciting show that is Blue Man Group. And now, the Blue Men return with a new show — "Blue Man Group Speechless Tour". T... [more+]

Over 35 million people on our blue planet have experienced the surprising and exciting show that is Blue Man Group. And now, the Blue Men return with a new show — "Blue Man Group Speechless Tour". The world-renowned bald and blue trio embarks on a new journey of discovery, the result of over 27 years spent observing humanity. Speechless will feature new and original compositions, acts, and instruments alongside iconic Blue Man Group moments based in joy, art, music, comedy, social commentary, and hilarious absurdity. Join the fun as the Blue Men search for the elusive present moment while creating moments of large-scale participation and universal connection with the audience (that’s you!) that unites us beyond words in our always-on world. The Blue Men see fun in your future and are here to reignite your digitally-overloaded senses. If you like normal, think again — ‘cause this show is a rollicking, rowdy, rave of a good time. You’ll witness music, laughter, and surprises over and over. Join us in Riverside and experience a new blue. It’s time for you to have the time of your life. [less-]

There's plenty of room for funny business at the Laugh Factory in Long Beach, which just happens to be the world's largest comedy club, at 12,500 square feet. And just like its fellow outlets in Chica... [more+]

There's plenty of room for funny business at the Laugh Factory in Long Beach, which just happens to be the world's largest comedy club, at 12,500 square feet. And just like its fellow outlets in Chicago and L.A., this venue regularly hosts top-notch headliners, including up-and-coming comedians from the Southland and beyond, and big-name stars from TV and film. Plus, you never know who may drop by for a set. The Long Beach club is also home to the official Laugh Factory Stand-Up Comedy Hall of Fame and Museum, which boasts more than 500 pieces of comedy memorabilia from the likes of Groucho Marx and Rodney Dangerfield, plus wax figures of greats like Whoopi Goldberg, Eddie Murphy and Richard Pryor. [less-]

From Grammy, Emmy and Academy Award-winning Steve Martin & Grammy Award-winning Edie Brickell, "Bright Star" tells a sweeping tale of love and redemption set against the rich backdrop of the American ... [more+]

From Grammy, Emmy and Academy Award-winning Steve Martin & Grammy Award-winning Edie Brickell, "Bright Star" tells a sweeping tale of love and redemption set against the rich backdrop of the American South in the 1920s and ’40s. When literary editor Alice Murphy meets a young soldier just home from World War II, he awakens her longing for the child she once lost. Haunted by their unique connection, Alice sets out on a journey to understand her past -- and what she finds has the power to transform both of their lives. Propelled by an ensemble of onstage musicians and dancers, the story unfolds as a rich tapestry of deep emotion, beautiful melodies and powerfully moving performances. An uplifting theatrical journey that holds you tight in its grasp, Bright Star is as refreshingly genuine as it is daringly hopeful. [less-]

Join us for a month of group lessons in the historical Citrus Building, built in 1929. Learn the basic fundamentals of social-style dance including timing, footwork, lead and follow. Foxtrot is extrem... [more+]

Join us for a month of group lessons in the historical Citrus Building, built in 1929. Learn the basic fundamentals of social-style dance including timing, footwork, lead and follow. Foxtrot is extremely versatile and can be danced to a variety of musical styles. Rotating partners is optional. [less-]

William “Count” Basie launched his iconic orchestra in Kansas City in 1935, propelling it to fame as one of the definitive ensembles of the Big Band Era, epitomizing the sound of Kansas City swing... [more+]

William “Count” Basie launched his iconic orchestra in Kansas City in 1935, propelling it to fame as one of the definitive ensembles of the Big Band Era, epitomizing the sound of Kansas City swing. The Basie Orchestra attracted the top names in jazz to perform with it, from Billie Holiday and Joe Williams to Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennet and Ella Fitzgerald. Eighty-four years later, the late Basie’s orchestra is still going strong, still boasting members hand-picked by Basie who have been with the group for more than 30 years. The 17-member group, winner of 18 Grammy Awards, serves up that signature, feel-good Basie sound: foot-stomping swing, soaring dynamic contrasts and very, very danceable rhythms. Directed by Scotty Barnhart with guest vocalist Carmen Bradford. [less-]

Enter a world more terrifying than you can imagine at Universal Studios Halloween Horror Nights – the most intense, spine-tingling event to besiege Southern California – now with more mazes than e... [more+]

Enter a world more terrifying than you can imagine at Universal Studios Halloween Horror Nights – the most intense, spine-tingling event to besiege Southern California – now with more mazes than ever. The studio that spawned the original monster movie genre, once again, breathes new life into your darkest nightmares – bringing deeper fears and more hair-raising encounters to all-new immersive worlds of the living, the dead, and the in-between. Select nights September 13 through November 3. [less-]

You'll want to take a breather after running for your life through a haunted maze or six. We suggest doing a little detective work to discover one of the four secret bars hidden throughout this ghost-... [more+]

You'll want to take a breather after running for your life through a haunted maze or six. We suggest doing a little detective work to discover one of the four secret bars hidden throughout this ghost-ridden ocean liner that's been terrifying visitors for ten Halloweens in a row. [less-]

Johnny Cash tribute band Cash'd Out plays the House of Blues Anaheim.... [more+]

Johnny Cash tribute band Cash'd Out plays the House of Blues Anaheim. [less-]

This Halloween, creep into the Velvet Lounge and get your freak on as SoCal's leading drag dinner theater presents the "Drop Dead GOREgeous Dinner Show", an all-new production of its popular seasonal ... [more+]

This Halloween, creep into the Velvet Lounge and get your freak on as SoCal's leading drag dinner theater presents the "Drop Dead GOREgeous Dinner Show", an all-new production of its popular seasonal show. Indulge in a world of mystery and horror as a fury of freaks trickle out of their mad house to come play with (and scare) you. These lovely female impersonators will bewitch you with their charms and haunt your nightmares, so prepare yourself for plenty of blood, guts and glitter. In addition to the show, you'll enjoy a three-course prix fixe meal. [less-]

In addition to great music from Maestro Carl St. Clair (celebrating his 30th anniversary with the orchestra), new concertmaster Dennis Kim and the players, you'll also be treated to a Preview Talk wit... [more+]

In addition to great music from Maestro Carl St. Clair (celebrating his 30th anniversary with the orchestra), new concertmaster Dennis Kim and the players, you'll also be treated to a Preview Talk with DJ Alan Chapman before the concert. Friday's concert is hosted by KUSC radio personality Brian Lauritzen and followed by an After Party in the lobby. [less-]

These are just a few of the words uttered by folks around the globe trying to pin down a description of all that is Petunia & The Vipers. Hank Williams on acid…Tom Waits meets Elvis at Woody Guthrie... [more+]

These are just a few of the words uttered by folks around the globe trying to pin down a description of all that is Petunia & The Vipers. Hank Williams on acid…Tom Waits meets Elvis at Woody Guthrie's Hobo junction… Avant-Country night club scene music… One of the best bands in the world today, of any kind… hillbilly-flavoured-swing inflected-ragtime-goodtime-thunderously rolling-one-of-a-kind-you-don’t-want-to-miss-this-sort-of-a-show… A new music that springboards off of music of the past and jumps into the present day, left with only echoes of the past… Something in between 1920's and steam punk. It's good for your mind… [less-]

JP Sears is a YouTuber, comedian, emotional healing coach, author, speaker, world traveler, and curious student of life. His work empowers people to live more meaningful lives. He is very active with ... [more+]

JP Sears is a YouTuber, comedian, emotional healing coach, author, speaker, world traveler, and curious student of life. His work empowers people to live more meaningful lives. He is very active with his online videos where he encourages healing and growth through his humorous and entertainingly informative videos, which have accumulated over 300 million views. JP is also the host of his new podcast, "The Awaken With JP Sears Show". [less-]

Indulge in an end-of-week treat with a 90-minute evening catamaran cruise, during which you'll sip delicious wine while taking in the gorgeous sunset views of Dana Point Harbor. You'll be treated to s... [more+]

Indulge in an end-of-week treat with a 90-minute evening catamaran cruise, during which you'll sip delicious wine while taking in the gorgeous sunset views of Dana Point Harbor. You'll be treated to several samples from The Organic Cellar, whose offerings are organically grown and pesticide-free. There's also cheese, crackers, fruit and nuts to go with the wine, and the vessel features a cash bar offering additional beverages for purchase. The 63-foot catamaran, the Ocean Adventures, was built exclusively for Dana Wharf and features high-tech viewing cameras mounted at the bow, a roomy viewing deck and the smoothest ride on the water. [less-]

"The Twilight Zone" needs no introduction. In fact, you’re probably already humming the theme song (we totally are). Instead of binge watching reruns, watch the twisty, creepy plots of this iconic s... [more+]

"The Twilight Zone" needs no introduction. In fact, you’re probably already humming the theme song (we totally are). Instead of binge watching reruns, watch the twisty, creepy plots of this iconic show unfold on stage in this unique theatrical adaptation. [less-]

Could there be a more romantic song than "Once"'s “Falling Slowly?” Both the song and the story that goes with it are so heartfelt, they inspired a movie and a Broadway musical. "Once" ditches the... [more+]

Could there be a more romantic song than "Once"'s “Falling Slowly?” Both the song and the story that goes with it are so heartfelt, they inspired a movie and a Broadway musical. "Once" ditches the orchestra and the show tune vibe and puts the instruments directly in the actors' hands to bring the modern folk-rock score to life. [less-]

Australia’s own acrobatic troupe -- up close, sweaty, sexy, utterly charming and contagiously joyful. This amazing, no-frills circus company’s last show, "A Simple Space", took the world (and the ... [more+]

Australia’s own acrobatic troupe -- up close, sweaty, sexy, utterly charming and contagiously joyful. This amazing, no-frills circus company’s last show, "A Simple Space", took the world (and the Barclay) by storm. Now their brand-new work, "Backbone", (literally) tosses around the perception of what strength is, where it comes from and how it is measured. This frenetic celebration of human interconnectedness tests the limits of strength: physical, emotional, individual and collective. “A total triumph.” -- "The Guardian" [less-]