February 5 – 10
Orange County Performing Artscenter presents Blast!
Blast!, winner of the  2001 Tony Award for Best Special Theatrical Event and the 2001 Emmy Award for Best Choreography, is comprised of 35 brass, percussion and visual performers  brought together in a unique explosion of music and theater.  Born on athletic fields across the nation, Blast! is a novel art form evolved from the showmanship of outdoor pageantry.  According to Bruce McCabe of the Boston Globe, “Blast! is an exuberant, 15-number show that doesn’t falter while bridging the categories of classical, blues, jazz, rock n’ roll and techno-pop music.  Blast! stands, blows, pounds, marches, and whirls with panache.  It has sent a full house into repeated bursts of cheering and applause.  Orange County Performing Artscenter Segerstrom Hall.  714-556-ARTS.

February 8 – 10
28th Annual Fascination of Orchids
The nation’s largest display of orchids from all over the world will be part of this event.  There will be seminars and a large variety of orchids for sale.  Orange County Fair and Exposition Center.  949-293-3095.

February 8 – 24
South Coast Repertory’s Theater for Young Audiences presents Charlotte’s Web
Something exciting happened during the night.  A pig was born.  His name is Wilbur, and he’s destined to become tomorrow’s bacon – until a spider with amazing skills hatches a plan.  It’s the beloved children’s fable about love and friendship, and it’s the most wonderful way to help young people understand the ever-changing cycle of life.  South Coast Repertory Julianne Argyros Stage.  714-708-5555.

For a complete list of all shows and performances, please visit www.costamesa-ca.com and click on Events.