The Nutcracker
When: VariesWhere: Varies
There are several versions of this popular Christmas show. Catch classic adaptations The Nutcracker at Golden West College Theatre in Huntington Beach, at the Barclay Theatre and the Northwood Performing Arts Center in Irvine. Dates and times vary. Check individual websites for details.
Inspecting Carol
When: Nov 11-Dec 18 (Weekends only)Where: Camino Real Playhouse, San Juan Capistrano
The Camino Real Playhouse presents and original adaptation of Dickens' classic A Christmas Carol. Tickets start at $24. Visit the website for >event details and to purchase tickets online.
Christmas With the Alley Cats
When: Nov 26Where: Curtis Theatre, Brea
The Alley Cats put a comedic twist on winter classics in this a capela Christmas show. Tickets are $23 for kids, $26 for seniors and $30 for adults. Visit the website for event and ticketing details.
Christmas Fantasia
When: Dec 1-2Where: Varies
This holiday concert features The Vanguard University choir and orchestra performing Christmas carols and other musical selections. Tickets start at $25. Visit the website for venue details and to purchase tickets.
Men Alive: Wonderful Worlds of Christmas
When: Dec 2-3Where: Barclay Theatre, Irvine
Men Alive, O.C. Gay Men's Chorus presents a musical journey through the themes, emotions and spirit of Christmas, at the Barclay Theatre in Irvine. Tickets are $42.50 and $49.50. See event site for more details.
On Christmas Night
When: Dec 3Where: R&H Segerstrom Concert Hall, Costa Mesa
The O.C. Mormon Choral Organization presents its annual Christmas concert featuring five choirs and a symphony orchestra. Tickets start at $18. Visit the website for more details and to purchase tickets.
A Christmas Carol
When: Dec 4-26Where: SCR Segerstrom Stage, Costa Mesa
In a 30-year tradition, the South Coast Repertory presents the Dickens holiday classic, A Christmas Carol. Tickets start at $25. Visit the website for complete event details.
Golden West Pops Christmas Concert
When: Dec 10Where: St. Joseph Concert Hall, Orange
Get into the holiday spirit with the Golden West Pops concert presentation of "The Night Before..." Tickets are $10 and can be purchased online.
An Irish Christmas
When: Dec 10Where: Barclay Theatre, Irvine
Experience the joy and spectacle of Irish holiday tradition with performance featuring song, dance, storytelling by the Kerry Dance Troupe. Tickets are $48 for adults, $43 for seniors and $28 for kids. Visit the website for full event details.
Handel’s Glorious Messiah
When: Dec 11Where: R&H Segerstrom Concert Hall, Costa Mesa
The Pacific Symphony performs the timeless oratorio of the birth, sacrifice and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Tickets prices range from $25 to $125, and can be purchased online. Visit the website for more details.
Tis the Season!
When: Dec 21Where: Segerstrom Concert Hall, Costa Mesa
The So. California Children's Chorus and the Pacific Symphony perform holiday favorites and classic carols. Tickets start at $20 and can be purchased online or at the box office.
Irving Berlin’s White Christmas
When: Dec 24Where: Segerstrom Hall, Costa Mesa
Catch the premier of this stage show adaptation of the holiday classic White Christmas at the O.C. Performing Arts Center. Tickets start at $25. See website for details.