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National Theatre Live Screening: Dr. Strangelove

National Theatre Live Screening: Dr. Strangelove

Theatre, Movie

Filmed live at London's Noël Coward Theatre and screened in HD “Steve Coogan triumphs in Kubrick's Cold War satire.” -Daily Express co-adapted by Armando Iannucci co-adapted and directed by Sean Foley Seven-time BAFTA Award-winner Steve Coogan plays four roles in the world premiere stage adaptation of Stanley Kubrick’s comedy masterpiece Dr. Strangelove. This explosively funny sati...

1/11/2026

3:00pm

Irvine Barclay Th...

Ballaké Sissoko and Derek Gripper

Ballaké Sissoko and Derek Gripper

Concert

Two Virtuosos, One Unforgettable Night! “[Gripper’s] playing has a depthless beauty.” -Songlines Magazine “It’s hard to imagine a more impressive and passionate rendering of Malian music on classical guitar.”- Afropop Worldwide “[Ballaké Sissoko] is one of the most important musicians of his generation." -The Aga Khan Development Network Malian kora master Ballaké Sissoko and South ...

1/17/2026

8:00pm

Irvine Barclay Th...

Ignite Dance: A Celebration of 35 Years of Dance in Orange County

Ignite Dance: A Celebration of 35 Years of Dance in Orange County

Concert, Dance

In celebration of 35 years of extraordinary dance at Irvine Barclay Theatre, this landmark event brings together six distinguished ensembles, each with deep ties to Orange County and a legacy of captivating performances on the Barclay stage. Carefully curated to illuminate the depth and breadth of the art form, the evening showcases classical ballet, Chinese dance, Bharatanatyam, modern, an...

1/23/2026

8:00pm

Irvine Barclay Th...