Featured Events

Irvine Barclay Theatre: Mohsen Namjoo Live In Concert

Irvine Barclay Theatre: Mohsen Namjoo Live In Concert

Concert, Performance

Mohsen Namjoo is a singer, songwriter, music scholar, and master of the setar—a traditional Persian lute—currently based in New York City. He has been featured in major international media outlets including The New York Times, The Guardian, BBC, and the Los Angeles Times. Widely regarded as a visionary voice for Iranian youth, Namjoo seamlessly fuses classical Persian music and scales with elec...

1/16/2026

8:30pm

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...

Legends: Keola Beamer & Henry Kapono

Legends: Keola Beamer & Henry Kapono

Concert, Hawaiian

Keola Beamer “The Quintessential Hawaiian Slack-Key Guitar Master" --The New York Times Henry Kapono “Kapono is one of the great island songwriters of his generation.” --Honolulu Star-Advertiser Keola Beamer and Henry Kapono are two legendary figures in Hawaiian music, each rising to prominence in the 1970s as pioneers of a new musical era. At the forefront of Hawaiian music’s reinvent...

1/24/2026

8:00pm

Irvine Barclay Th...

Trio Barclay: Schubert’s Piano Trio No. 1

Trio Barclay: Schubert’s Piano Trio No. 1

Concert

Dennis Kim, Violin Jonah Kim, Cello Sean Kennard, Piano SCHUBERT: Piano Trio No. 1 in B-flat Major LILI BOULANGER: D’un matin de printemps WORLD PREMIER: TBA In their first performance of the season, Trio Barclay brings to life Schubert’s Piano Trio No.1 in B-flat major. Composed in the final year of Schubert’s life, first piano trio is a radiant masterpiece. Overflowing with lyri...

1/25/2026

5:00pm

Irvine Barclay Th...

The CNLM Distinguished Lecture Series on Brain, Learning and Memory

The CNLM Distinguished Lecture Series on Brain, Learning and Memory

Neuroscience, Women, Brain, Health, Speaker

New Frontiers in Women's Brain Health Dr. Emily Jacobs January 28, 2026 7:30-8:30 p.m. Event is free! Discounted parking for performances at the Barclay is $10 Please note that registering online does not guarantee a seat. Early arrival is strongly encouraged.  Each attendee must register separately. There will be fun and educational booths with raffles, brain games, giveaways and ev...

1/28/2026

7:30pm

Irvine Barclay Th...

Tanzanite African Acrobats

Tanzanite African Acrobats

Concert, African, Performance

Kids, prepare to be dazzled by the Tanzanite African Acrobats! This renowned East African troupe masterfully combines traditional culture, breathtaking athleticism, and electrifying entertainment. Experience awe-inspiring feats, from gravity-defying stunts to human pyramids, choreographed to the rhythmic pulse of African drumming and brought to life through stunning costumes, captivating mu...

1/31/2026

1:00pm

Irvine Barclay Th...

Piaf! The Show

Piaf! The Show

Concert, Musical, Theatre

“Dramatic, witty, warm, authentic and utterly fantastic!” – The New York Times To celebrate the 110th anniversary of La Môme, the world’s most beloved French-language icon, a spectacular new tour honoring Edith Piaf will visit major theaters across the globe. Experience the extraordinary life of one of the greatest singers of all time through a stunning new production that takes you on a ...

2/2/2026

8:00pm

Irvine Barclay Th...