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    Musco Center for the Arts

    4.6 (22 reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

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    a stage with purple lights
    Deb T.

    This venue is AMAZING! I came here for Nochebuena with my mom and was so surprised by how beautiful the stage is. We sat no the main floor and the view was spectacular as well as the acoustics. I had no idea the Musco Center has so many great performances throughout the year. I know for a fact that we will be back for Nochebuena next year but I am very interested in the upcoming season as they have a variety of concerts and genres. Parking is fairly easy and I love that all you have to do is register your license plate the day before. All in all, it was a great experience and I will be back!

    Nice view
    Poupee C.

    First time to Musco and definitely not the last. The band: Los Lobos. The opening band: an Australian blues band, Teskey Brothers. I was actually more satisfied with the sound coming out of the opening band. It was clear and not too loud. When Los Lobos came on, the sound was blaring. It was almost like travelling back to my teen days when all the music I listened to had to be on full blast. I was not impressed, regrettably. Taking one star off for this mishap. Hopefully the sound engineers do a better job next time around. There should be a team of sound crew to critique the concert and adjust sound quality to perfection. The seats are at a slight grade; therefore, the row in front of us is partially blocking our view, not too badly though. I was able to live with that. Location: Chapman University, walking distance from Old Towne Orange. Perfect walking distance to a number of restaurants. Definitely make a field day out of this visit if you are driving a long distance. So many things to do in Old Towne like vintage shopping and grabbing a meal or snack!

    Muscochella!
    Trina D.

    A few weekends ago, I was invited by my friends who are Chapman Alumni, to attend Muscochella. Muscochella is an outdoor music festival held at Chapman University outside the Musco Center for the Arts. They featured new and undiscovered artists. The bands and vocalists were amazing. It was an all day event that started in the afternoon and went well into the evening. It was a really cool way to spend the afternoon. The event was free and I parked for free nearby. There were some beverage stands offering free drinks and plenty of food options nearby in Orange. I ate at a food truck and ended up getting dessert with my friends at the Pie Hole down the street. The music festival is put on my Chapman University's radio station and is a great way to check out new artists. The music was great and it was great to hang out. I can't wait to check it out next year.

    Interior from mezzanine right, set of "Suor Angelica " , opera by Puccini
    Joyce A.

    I came to watch a performance of two one-act Puccini operas: Suor Angelica ( or Sister Angelica) and Gianni Schicchi (a comedy) as performed by Chapman student ensembles - opera and orchestra. Bravo! Bravo! to the ensemble tonight. Such genuine talent for such young artists. Super titles in English allow fuller enjoyment (as I speak no Italian). Beautiful venue, with very roomy seating , very good view of the stage from mezzanine and orchestra, including boxes. Most seats are unobstructed by anything other than maybe a very tall patron's head. Also comfortable temperature-wise, although I did wear a light sweater. No food allowed inside during performances , but there are concession stands open before the start of the opera and during the intermissions. Stairs and elevator access available. Bathrooms are located to the left side of the building on all three floors. Outdoors is also very open, with a lovely green plaza, numerous benches adn itneresting sculptural pieces along the walk. Come support the arts! See more at: http://muscocenter.org/events/

    Very nice theater.
    Dorian L.

    This venue is stunningly beautiful, luxurious, and immaculate! Where do I start?! The seating was comfortable and you had a great view of the stage no matter where you sit in the venue. No obstructed views. I was invited to attend The Chinese Warriors of Peking because the venue donated tickets to a Veteran organization (VetTix) and I'm glad because it was my first time at this gem of a venue. I'm already anticipating the next event I will be attending. The venue is newer, clean, modern, and has a touch of luxurious feeling without the high price tags. I purchased tickets for another event at the venue and most all their tickets were very reasonably priced. I was astonished that even the restrooms were nice and had that luxurious feel to them. All the staff was very attentive and friendly. Sound in the venue was perfectly crisp. I did see the staff inside the venue inform a few people to not take pics of video of the performance and they were very strict enforcing those rules. I would highly recommend this venue and will be returning quite frequently!! Cons: The nearest parking structure is a bit of a walk from the venue. For the event I attended, there was no photography allowed which was displayed on signage at every entrance and it was strictly enforced.

    Mezzanine Row 2D, Seat 1
    David P.

    Absolutely breathtaking. The interior is state of the art and looks brand new. The seats are very comfortable and each seat (even the mezzanine and balcony sections) has back and seat cushions. The seat space isn't too small that you would feel cramped watching a 4 hour show. There isn't a bad seat in the house. Mine was located in the Mezzanine section, Row 2D, Seat 1, which is the far back last row. I saw the show I went to just fine. Some seats may indicate that the view is "obstructed" and offered at a discount, but if you look at my picture, the obstructing object is just a lattice barrier that is fairly short. It's also not directly in your view, but at the corner of your peripheral. So if you want to save a few bucks, go for those seats. The outside of the center is also an architectural masterpiece with a bright green grass field with headstones of the various donors of the project. This is a great photo op if you arrive early to your show and the sun is still out. I have been to a few auditoriums to watch plays (old globe, segerstrom, la jolla playhouse, etc) and this one is ranked up there with those. I'll surely come back when they have a show I'm interested in watching.

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    The Fling

    The Fling

    4.1(220 reviews)
    2.0 mi
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    Hubby and I were greeted by the bartender as soon as we walked in. We saw this bar near our…read moreapartment and wanted to check it out. Unfortunately, they had no beers or seltzers on tap - so we ordered a Modelo and 805. The bartender was funny though - and had a great personality; turned our night right back around. I was feeling for a Tokyo Tea so we ordered just that, and might I say - even though they have nothing on tap, they pour HEAVY. After we closed out, he even went as far as asking if we were there before dinner or just chillin and we said before dinner. The bartender went on to recommend all kinds of different restaurants around the area. He made us feel welcomed and it was definitely a good time. Thanks for the hospitality!

    Well, I know a couple gals that go there and are patrons…read more I "think" at one time (years ago) there was a duel piano entertainment that was freakin' awesome! The TWO times in recent times I visited there, the barkeep was like,"What can I get you?" But that was it! For the lack of a better term, I was a lonely customer. I am not ugly, and very friendly with a joke always on my lips. A couple years ago I went in when the/a band was there. I believe they are considered the "house band". Not bad but they really need to say hi to new customers and maybe even introduce the newbies to the known crowd and make them feel welcome... I mayyyy go back to see if there has been some customer relation changes when I come in after this review. Santa's 10th reindeer is named Olive.

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    The Yost - Stage view from loveseat

    The Yost

    2.9(507 reviews)
    3.3 mi
    $$

    I visited this venue for a Weeknd tribute party and the production here was great! The interior was…read morenicely decorated, the atmosphere was curated well, and the staff had general organization down. The drinks here were great as well! They were sweet and tasted like juice. The bartender was also good at putting on a show while mixing the drinks. In the venue, there was a free photo booth for digital photos which was nice. The music played wasn't my style (not the biggest Weeknd fan), so there was an outdoor area to get fresh air and relax at. Overall, a solid night club and would come back here if there were events with music that I like.

    I've always enjoyed going to the Yost Theater, which is why this experience was so disappointing…read more My friends and I reserved tables this year for the Super Bowl and the Mexico vs. South Korea game, and we had such a great time at both events that we decided to come back for Mexico vs. England. Unfortunately, this experience was completely different. The venue was extremely overcrowded, people were constantly standing in front of our table, and we could barely see the screen even though we paid for reserved seating. Security did absolutely nothing to control the crowd. Several security guards were on their phones, vaping, and even blocking our view themselves. When we tried speaking to someone who appeared to be a manager or person in charge, he offered no solution. He then approached my boyfriend and randomly asked what he did for a living, which had absolutely nothing to do with the issue. After my boyfriend answered, the man said something along the lines of, "So you know you can't control everything." Instead of making unnecessary comments, he should have done his job and controlled the overcrowding and security issues inside the venue. We spent good money on a table and expected to actually be able to watch the game. The way the situation was handled was dismissive, unprofessional, and completely unacceptable. It's especially disappointing because our previous experiences were so good, but after this, we will seriously reconsider coming back.

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    THE RANCH Saloon - Dance floor

    THE RANCH Saloon

    3.4(720 reviews)
    3.1 mi
    $$$

    Came here on a last minute Friday night plan and honestly, the vibes did not disappoint. Right from…read morethe start, we were welcomed by a friendly security guard at the entrance, which set the tone. Ladies, just a heads up, they do check your purses before entry, and there's a $10 cover per person. I highly recommend getting a table if you can. There's a minimum spend. For us, it was $125 for food and drinks, but it's worth it to have a spot to sit, relax, and actually enjoy the band and the view of the dance floor without hovering around. The live band was so much fun. Everyone was out there line dancing to both country and pop songs, and the energy was contagious. Even if you don't know the dances, it's still a blast to watch and soak in the positive high energy crowd. Next time, I'm definitely coming earlier to learn a few moves and fully join in. They have two food menus plus a drink menu. Food wise, it was decent. I ordered the ranch steak burger (cooked medium) with fries, and it was a good solid choice. The warm campfire chocolate cookie with vanilla ice cream was a nice sweet treat to end the night. Service is where this place really shines. From the security to the staff to even the guests, everyone was incredibly welcoming. You can tell there are a lot of regulars, and it creates this friendly, almost community like atmosphere. Our waitress (I didn't catch her name) was amazing. She was super attentive, constantly checking in, clearing the table, chatting with us, and just giving off the warmest energy while still being quick and efficient. Overall, the people truly make this place. Great music, fun crowd, and an all around good time. Already looking forward to coming back. Next time with better planning and maybe a few line dance moves ready

    Love this place, classier, high end country bar. Lots of seats, lots of room for dancing. Live…read morebands, and sometimes a Dj, very clean, good drinks. Amazing food next door. Highly recommend. Have been here many times. $10 cover fee.

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    THE RANCH Saloon - In front of both the ranch restaurant and saloon

    In front of both the ranch restaurant and saloon

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    THE RANCH Saloon - Strawberry vine / Ranch lemonade / 2 Prickly poppies

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    Jojo's Hideaway

    Jojo's Hideaway

    4.6(30 reviews)
    2.8 mi

    Tonight we came to hear the Eric Dries Trio and Lia Booth. A dinner with a show. Phenomenal music,…read moredelectable food! Service is excellent and ambiance snazzy for a restaurant in a mini mall. We started with the Focaccia de Recco, followed by the beet salad. I had the roast chicken carbonara, my husband hand the homemade sausage lasagna. For dessert, we will be having the Irishman. NOTE TO THE CHEF: I only wished that the chef would have crisped up the prosciutto instead of just throwing in the slice as is. Texture of food is everything. It would have elevated the dish. Four stars for this dish.

    I'm going to buck the 4.8 star average rating. The trouble with fawning Yelp reviews is they…read morecreate an expectation most places have a hard time living up to. This place is one of them in my opinion. One thing going for Jojo's is it hosts some good acts, and live music is pretty scarce in Tustin. We went to see Pretzel Logic, a really terrific Steely Dan tribute band that never disappoints. The views of the stage are good even when seated in the back of the room. The lighting and sound are good, too. However, the food was just so so, Jojo. * The calamari appetizer was generously portioned, but we've had a lot better elsewhere. * The Ribeye steak I ordered was the fattiest piece of meat I've ever been served. I left half of it uneaten. I'm surprised the cook who prepared it had the gall to plate it. The menu is an abbreviated version of the full menu of 17th Street grill. So why not a two star rating? The service was very good in a challenging environment. Cheers!

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    Jojo's Hideaway - Mike Hamilton on piano and guitar was fantastic!

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    Mike Hamilton on piano and guitar was fantastic!

    City National Grove Of Anaheim - Holiday decorations for the Holidays

    City National Grove Of Anaheim

    3.5(426 reviews)
    2.0 mi
    $$

    Been here a few times mainly for comedy stand up shows…read more I saw Lisa Lampanelli and others here Located in Anaheim it's a nice little venue Near many places to eat or drink

    Great venue! The staff is amazing, everyone is so nice and helpful. We have been here for a show…read morebefore with standing room only and it has been nice, not too packed and plenty of room to dance if you so choose to. We have also been there for seated dinner style events with Chef's and it has been amazing as well. Last night my Mom and I attended the 40th anniversary screening of the movie Clue and it was amazing! There were rows of seats and I felt we had a good amount of leg room and the seats were not the most comfortable but they worked well for the amount of time we were seated. It was so much fun, the audience was involved and we had a Q&A beforehand which was neat to learn some background of the movie. The venue has plenty of seating out in the happy hour area where you can grab a drink and snacks. Prices were reasonable, popcorn, pretzels, movie snacks, as well as more sufficient foods like pizza, flatbreads, and burgers. Parking is fairly easy in and out. We were coming in just as Angel Stadium was getting out (and it was packed Angel's vs. Dodgers) but entry was still seemless. Great venue, awesome people, and an overall amazing event last night!!!

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    City National Grove Of Anaheim - Great sound, lighting and stage

    Great sound, lighting and stage

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    City National Grove Of Anaheim - One of the opening acts for Flogging Molly, the Vandoliers. They were pretty damn awesome.

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    One of the opening acts for Flogging Molly, the Vandoliers. They were pretty damn awesome.

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