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“Picturing A Better Tomorrow” Art Contest for TK-6 Students
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 […]
HITS & MISSES: Blue Moon: Two Hits
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 […]
Fullerton Union High School Senior Rio Gomez Wins National YoungArts Award in Dance
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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Art Alumna Georgette Collard Gives Back to Museum Community
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. […]
Hits & Misses: Rental Family: Two Hits
“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 […]
21st Annual Fullerton Women’s Leadership Forum Celebrates Trailblazing Women
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, […]
New Exhibit “Once Upon a Sketch” Opens at Hunt Library
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 […]
Fullerton College Breaks Ground on State-of-Art Music & Drama Complex
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 Holiday Season with Nouveau Chamber Ballet’s 32nd Annual Production of “The Nutcracker”
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 […]
Hits & Misses: Bugonia: Two Hits
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 to Present Anon(ymous) by Naomi Iizuka
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 […]
Muckenthaler Cultural Center Launches New Art Exhibit: Mindscapes/Landscapes by Bart Palisi
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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CSUF Student Uses Art to Deal with Loss of Family Home in 2025 Altadena Eaton Fire
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 […]
Human Migration Institute Celebrates 10 Years of Refugee Empowerment with Gala at The Cheech
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, […]
Anaheim Halloween Parade 2025 Enchants Spectators with Spectacle and Spirit
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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Chance Theater Announces Premiere of “Scrooge! The Musical” This Winter
This winter, Chance Theater, Anaheim’s official resident theater company, will bring to life “Scrooge! The Musical,” an adaptation of the beloved classic “A Christmas Carol” by Charles Dickens. Based on the heartwarming […]
Christmas with The Alley Cats Returns to the Curtis Theatre
Christmas with The Alley Cats Lights Up the Curtis Theatre Stage for Four Performances of Retro Holiday Cheer. Get ready to ‘Jingle Bell Rock’! The Curtis Theatre at the Brea Civic & […]
HITS & MISSES: One Battle After Another: Two Hits
One Battle After Another is easily the most dazzling film of 2025—a tour de force pairing director Paul Thomas Anderson, at the height of his powers, with extraordinary source material: Vineland by Thomas Pynchon. At nearly three […]
Fullerton’s Noise Ordinance Draws Criticism from Musicians and Business Owners
Live music performance has an overwhelmingly positive impact on a city and helps bring in revenue. Amongst audiences, it bridges artificial borders between diverse groups of people. It attracts youth to music […]
The Centennial Project: An Immersive Experience One Hundred Years in the Making
As Co-Artistic Directors of the Electric Company Theatre, the incredibly multi-talented duo of Callie Prendiville Johnson and her husband, Brian Johnson, is responsible for conceiving, developing, and implementing an artistic vision […]
Downtown Restaurant Partners with Fullerton College Art Department to Display Student Artwork at Día de los Muertos Celebration
Madero 1899, a restaurant offering traditional and contemporary Mexican-inspired cuisine, located at 111 N. Harbor Boulevard, will be hosting an event titled“Ritmos Del Corazon” on November 2, 2025. It’s a celebration of […]
Spinal Tap II: The End Continues: Two Hits
You walk into the theater with some trepidation. Can Spinal Tap II: The End Continues possibly match the flat-out hilarity of the largely improvised 1984 rock and roll satire This Is Spinal […]
Orange County Art Group Invites Community to Explore Watercolor Techniques
Art enthusiasts are invited to join a unique watercolor workshop focused on painting flowers and botanicals on Saturday, October 11. The workshop will be hosted by local artist Suzanne Gibson and will […]
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The Ontario Arts Festival Returns on Saturday, October 18, for its Seventh Year
Enjoy artist booths, live art, hands-on activities, art experiences, food, music, and more all in celebration of arts and culture in the Inland Empire The City of Ontario’s Museum, Arts & Culture […]
Opinion: Out of My Mind: The Silencing of the Lambs: Not Just About Kimmel and Colbert
Pastor Martin Niemoeller famously wrote, “First they came for the socialists, but I was not a socialist, so I said nothing.” Any allusion to Pastor Niemoeller instantly summons the history of how, […]
Video Observer: Remembering Artist Nixson Borah
Inside a glass display case outside Room 1004 at Fullerton College, candles of varying sizes sit in front of a small commemorative display memorializing multimedia artist and former Fullerton College faculty member, […]
Jazz Vespers to Feature Ron Kobayashi Trio and Lola Kristine at Live Oak UCC
Live Oak United Church of Christ in Brea will host a special Jazz Vespers service, showcasing the talents of the Ron Kobayashi Trio alongside guest vocalist Lola Kristine. The event on Sunday, […]
Fast Fashion: A Growing Concern and the Shift Towards Sustainable Wardrobes
Fast food and fast fashion are a lot alike, and both have quite the effect on our health and the environment. These industries focus on getting things done quickly and cheaply, but […]
An Immersive Experience 100 Years in the Making: Electric Company Theatre Presents The Centennial Project
Combining immersive theatre, original music, dance, and local history, the world premiere of The Centennial Project will be a different experience for each individual audience member and a celebration of our local history and […]
