Since its Cannes debut last summer — where it claimed the festival’s top prize — Sentimental Value has steadily gathered momentum, earning admiration and nine Oscar nominations. The latest film from Danish-Norwegian […]
The Electric Company Theatre brings Once, a captivating little Irish Indie musical, to the stage at the beautifully rustic venue, The Charleston, located in the historic Williams Building in downtown Fullerton. Once […]
Ever wanted to step inside a masterpiece? The All the Arts for All the Kids Foundation has brought a touch of whimsy and wonder to Downtown Fullerton with its new interactive exhibit, […]
As conventional drama, The Testament of Ann Lee lacks the familiar pleasures of tension, conflict, and a clean narrative arc. But as a meditation on an extraordinary woman and the Shakerreligious sect […]
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—Exhibit at Saddleback College and Pop-Up Exhibition in Placentia In honor of Black History Month, the Orange County Community Arts Guild (OCAG) proudly presents “2%: A Celebration of Black Artistry,” a compelling […]
Join the Fullerton Museum for a special afternoon dedicated to poetry as they celebrate Orange County’s newly appointed Poet Laureate, Gustavo Hernandez, on Sunday, February 1, from 2 pm to 4 pm. […]
Residents of Fullerton, your voice matters! On Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at 5:30 pm, the City Council will hold a crucial meeting at Fullerton City Hall, located at 303 W. Commonwealth Ave. […]
The Fullerton Joint Union High School District launched its annual Student Art Show on January 29, showcasing the creative talents of 100 high school students from various local schools, including La Habra, […]
“Once is tender, intimate, honest, and raw… a sublime piece of musical poetry in motion.” – The Fullerton Observer Join the Electric Company Theatre for an unforgettable night for the latest production […]
This Side of Death is a 2011 novel published by Glass Darkly, an indie horror publishing company, and written by author Mike McNichols, a local resident of Placentia. It met moderate, but not overwhelming, […]
The Southern California Youth Trumpet Ensemble, featuring five talented high school musicians, is making headlines this year as they prepare to compete in the semi-finals at the National Trumpet Competition. This marks […]
Residents of Fullerton are invited to an engaging author talk with local writer Linda Zohman Avellar, who will be showcasing her recently published debut novel, “Cassie Linden Finds Her Sweet Spot.” The […]
The Phantom Projects Theatre Group is calling on the community to lend a hand at their volunteer event scheduled for Sunday, January 18, from 12 to 4 pm. This opportunity allows theatre […]
Chance Theater, Anaheim’s official resident theater company, is thrilled to announce the first show of Chance’s 2026 Season, Once, featuring book by Enda Walsh, music and lyrics by Glen Hansard & Markéta […]
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The Orange County Power Authority (OCPA) is inviting young artists in grades TK-6 to participate in an exciting art contest aimed at promoting environmental awareness and sustainability. The contest, themed “Picturing A […]
Ethan Hawke will almost certainly earn a Best Actor nomination for his fearless portrayal of Lorenz Hart, the brilliant but tormented lyricist who, with Richard Rodgers, helped invent the American songbook. The […]
In a outstanding achievement for young artists, Rio Gomez, a senior at Fullerton Union High School, has been honored with the prestigious YoungArts Award in Dance for 2026. The announcement was made […]
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For Georgette Collard, a career marked by cultural enrichment, preservation and community became possible thanks to the museum studies program at Fullerton College. After completing her associate’s degree in art history in 2019 and a museum studies certificate in 2024, Collard now gives back to her community as museum curator for the Fullerton Museum Center. […]
“Rental Family” is a sensory delight on every level. Shot in Japan by director Hikari (Mitsuyo Miyazaki), who knows the country intimately, the film reflects her deep roots. Born in Osaka and trained at […]
The 21st annual Fullerton Women’s Leadership Forum (FWLF) took place on December 3, 2025, honoring six remarkable women for their contributions to the community. The event celebrated leaders from various sectors, […]
The Hunt Library is hosting a vibrant new exhibit titled “Once Upon a Sketch,” running through February 12, 2026. Organized by the Fullerton Museum Center and curated by intern Brittney Cao, this […]
The new performing arts facility unites music and theatre programs in collaborative spaces Ground was officially broken November 19, 2025, for Fullerton College’s new 76,000-square-foot Music & Drama Complex in Fullerton, […]
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Celebrate the magic of the holiday season with Fullerton’s own ballet company, Nouveau Chamber Ballet, as they present their 32nd annual production of “The Nutcracker.” Performances will take place on Saturday, December […]
The best way to experience Yorgos Lanthimos’s latest tour de force “Bugonia” is to go in blind—so if you haven’t seen it yet, stop reading and head straight to the theater. The […]
Fullerton College Theatre Arts is set to stage the compelling production of *Anon(ymous)*, a play by Naomi Iizuka that offers a modern interpretation of Homer’s *The Odyssey*. Under the direction of Teddy […]
The Muckenthaler Cultural Center has unveiled its latest art exhibit, “Mindscapes/Landscapes: The Artwork of Bart Palisi,” which opened to the public on November 20th and will be on display until January […]
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Since January 2025, when the Altadena Eaton Fire demolished her family’s home, Mia Aghili, a fourth-year undergraduate art education student at Cal State Fullerton, has been making art to cope with and reflect on conflicting feelings of loss, displacement, memory and endurance. Halfway […]
The Human Migration Institute (HMI) will celebrate a decade of transformation and resilience at its 10th Anniversary Gala, held at the Cheech Marin Center for Chicano Art & Culture in Riverside, […]
The Anaheim Halloween Parade proved to be a thrilling event, captivating attendees with its vibrant display of professional-quality floats, dynamic marching bands, and various community showcases. The October 26 parade route […]
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