Summer Events


July - August

Pacific Symphony

The perfect way to end a lazy summer day in July!  Guests packed picnics, grabbed their lawn chairs and blankets and gathered the family for an evening of free music and outdoor summer fun.          

Shakespeare by the Sea

Also in July, theatre-lovers enjoyed one of Shakespeare’s famous and dramatic plays,
Henry V with stirring, heroic speeches that ignited the audience’s imagination. It was
​ full of pageantry, gallantry,
chivalry and valor!  

Open Mic

Patrons shared their family-friendly talents of poetry, comedy, music, magic, singing and much more.  Amateur performers and professionals were welcome to try new material or plug an upcoming program.  The audience brought picnic baskets and chairs to enjoy a leisurely and entertaining night. 

Fall Events
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September - November

Lord of the Strings
​
Guitar Masters Tour

Guitar Masters, Rory Hoffman
​and Richard Smith performed
​two acoustic concerts in
​September and November.

Temples, Tombs and the Afterlife
​
​in Ancient Egypt

 In November, MVFOTA presented a lecture and artist reception with photographer and world traveler, Cynthia Bell Niermann.
​Cynthia has exhibited paintings and photography around California. During the lecture, Cynthia discussed how she was able to capture images of ancient Egyptian artwork in modern
ways while traveling paths taken by Howard Carter, Barzoni, Herodotus and archeologists.
​ She also discussed how the history of Egypt revolves around the afterlife. 

Artisan Faire

​& Open Mic

Local artisans showcased their unique handcrafted items for the holidays.  Instructors displayed their artwork as well as giving demonstrations of their fun-filled classes and workshops. ​ An Open Mic concert proceeded the Artisan Faire which gave the spotlight to numerous talented singers, songwriters, and entertainers.

December

Holiday Illumination

Bring the whole family for a holiday treat with Queen Lily and her magical fairies. Queen Lily will light up the Fairy Village with twinkling lights​.

Lord of the Strings

Fan Appreciation Night with Richard Smith and Brent Mason.

Master Chorale of
​
​Saddleback Valley

Under the direction of the talented Charles Stephenson, the Master Chorale performed traditional carols blended with some beautiful new pieces by contemporary composers, a sing-along of old favorites as well as some jolly songs of winter play.

A Christmas Carol

The audience enjoyed a memorable performance of the beloved Christmas Carol performed by the 
Out of the Box Children’s Theater Company.