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Puppy Pals Live: The Action-Packed Comedic Stunt Dog Show

Performance, Animals, Comedy

As seen on America’s Got Talent, Puppy Pals Live is an action-packed, family-friendly show featuring adopted and rescued dogs performing incredible stunts and jaw-dropping feats. Join the fun as Puppy Pals Live guides these talented pups—and the audience—through a series of hilarious and impressive tricks, proving who’s really in charge! Filled with astonishing canine stunts and laugh-out-lo...

5/17/2026

1:00pm

The Irvine Barcla...

Free ACT/SAT Test Strategy Workshop

Academics, Education, General Public, K - 12

Our free ACT/SAT strategy workshop offers you an introduction to the exam and provides valuable tips and tricks for studying. The workshop focuses on test mechanics, including test administration and scoring, and provide you with ideas about preparing for the exam, either on your own or through a prep course like ours.

5/20/2026

6:00pm

https://ce.uci.ed...

Defying Gravity: An Evening with Stephen Schwartz & Friends

Concert, Piano

Experience the magic of Broadway as Stephen Schwartz, the legendary Oscar and Grammy Award–winning composer of Wicked, Godspell, and Pippin, takes the stage at Irvine Barclay Theatre. At the piano, Schwartz leads a trio of phenomenal vocalists in a breathtaking journey through his iconic songbook—showcasing beloved hits from Wicked to Godspell and beyond. With exquisite performances and capt...

5/23/2026

8:00pm

The Irvine Barcla...