All events are on the Cal State Fullerton campus, 800 N. State College Blvd., and are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted.
Department of Theatre and Dance spring lineup
Information: 657-278-3371 or fullerton.edu/arts
“The Importance of Being Earnest” — By Oscar Wilde, directed by James R. Taulli. Oscar Wilde’s sensational characters and zippy one-liners result in hilarious confusion. Jack and Algernon each “reinvent the truth” to woo the women who have captured their hearts. When the gentlemen are coerced to reveal their web of lies and reveal themselves to their ladies, being earnest takes on new meaning. Various times and dates through May 6. $12-$14. Young Theatre.
“Spring Dance Theatre”: Student, faculty and guest artist choreography in a mix of jazz, ballet, and modern dance, including “Tumultus,” a contemporary piece inspired by the mysterious alien life forms yet unknown to the human race, and “For Those Who Cannot Speak,” inspired by the #MeToo movement. Various times and dates May 3–13. $12-$14. Little Theatre
Begovich Gallery exhibit
Admission is free. Information: 657-278-7750 or fullerton.edu/arts/art/galleries/begovich_gallery
“Reclaimed Landscapes: The Art of Jarod Charzewski” — This exhibit explores the edge between sustainable fashion and fashion that is disposed of through the works of South Carolina-based installation artist Charzewski. His installations expose North America’s consumer culture by using donated clothing from Goodwill placed into landscapes that tower over observers and mimic geological escarpments. Through May 17
Grand Central Art Center exhibitions
The CSUF center is at 125 N. Broadway, Santa Ana. Exhibits are free. Information: 714-567-7233, grandcentralartcenter.com
“outside the length of a room | or | diving into the blue sun”: An exhibit by Kimberly Zumpfe. May 5-Sept. 9.
Michael Nannery’s “The Fountain”: The installation seeks to provide a contemplative and refreshing space inside Grand Central Art Center, while offering an invitation to those outside. An aquatic garden fills the space with green life, fresh air and a continual offering of herbs. This fixture serves as a platform for diverse art forms, education and communication, including performance, demonstrations, workshops, meeting and meditation. Through May.
“Cog•nate Collective: Regionalia”: What does it mean to be a citizen? How can we enact citizenship in a region marked by transnational flows of bodies and cultures? Since 2010, Cog•nate Collective’s work has sought to tease out some of these concerns in the context of the Alta/Baja California border region, a terrain where the political boundary between the United States and Mexico is contested and negotiated not just on a rhetorical level, but at the scale of the everyday. Through June 17.
Performances
“Shakespeare’s R & J”: An adaptation by Joe Calarco; Directed by Rufus Books Jr. Various dates, through April 28. Grand Central Theatre, 125 N. Broadway, Santa Ana. $10 in advance, plus a $3 processing fee, at Clayes Performing Arts Center box office on the CSUF campus. No ticket sales at the door. Information: 657-248-3371 or fullerton.edu/arts
“A Brief Spark Bookended by Darkness”: An evening of Brent Green short films presents with a live performed soundtrack by Fugazi drummer Brendan Canty. 7:30 p.m. April 28. Frida Cinema, 305 E. Fourth St., Santa Ana. $10. To buy tickets, go to the Frida website.
“The Show Must Go On”: A short-form comedic improv show by Best Coast Improv, The Wayward Artist’s improv group. 7:30 and 9 p.m., every first Saturday of the month through Aug. 4. Grand Central Art Center Theatre. Free, but reserve tickets at thewaywardartist.org.
Conversations
“Activism and (Be)Longing: Whose streets?”: As part of a series on citizenship and belonging, Cog•nate Collective and Grand Central Art Center will host a conversation related to the projects on view. 6-7 p.m. May 5.
Artist workshop
Canción del Inmigrante Project: Local residents are invited to develop their own work to exhibit alongside the art created by artists-in-residence Sarah Rafael Garcia and Dino Perez for their Canción del Inmigrante project, which will culminate with a live performance in mid-May. 2:30-4:30 p.m. April 28. Information: crearstudiosa@gmail.com
Etc.
April 27
Symposium
Homelessness in Orange County: This half-day symposium seeks to bring together stakeholders to share research and policy updates, form common understandings of who the homeless are and which long-term solutions are most viable, and work toward community consensus on shared outcomes and how best to attain them. Sponsored by the College of Communications and the Center for Public Policy. 10 a.m. Titan Theater, Titan Student Union. Free but register in advance. Information: jbruschke@fullerton.edu
April 30
Lecture
“Creating an Exit Strategy: German-French Collaboration in the final year of World War II”: Gayle Brunelle, professor of history, speaks as part of the Faculty Noon-Time Talks. Noon. Pollak Library Room 130. Information: anthonydavis@fullerton.edu or 657-278-5838
May 1
Lecture
“The Hidden-in-Plain-Sight Treasures of California”: Tajuana Bates, University Extended Education, speaks as part of the Faculty Noon-Time Talks. Noon. Pollak Library Room 130. Information: anthonydavis@fullerton.edu or 657-278-5838
May 5
Festival
Cinco de Mayo Celebration: Osher Lifelong Learning Institute presents a free concert by OLLI musicians of familiar Spanish/Mexican songs and an optional Mexican fiesta dinner. 4-7:30 p.m. Mackey Auditorium and Shapiro ABCD of CSUF’s Ruby Gerontology Center. Information: 657-278-2446 or olli-Info@fullerton.edu
Concert
Mendelssohn’s “Elijah”: Featuring CSUF alums Rod Gilfry, a two-time Grammy nominee, I-Chin “Betty” Lee and Jason Francisco with the University Symphony Orchestra and Symphonic Chorus. John Alexander conducting. Alumni reception to follow. 4 p.m. Meng Concert Hall. $10, $8 in advance with Titan discount. Purchase tickets on the College of the Arts website. Information: 657-278-3371
May 6
Tea
Victorian Tea: “Corsets to Top Hats”: Come view the dressing of the bride’s parents, from unmentionables to full wedding attire, while partaking of a scrumptious afternoon tea. Victorian attire encouraged. Gentlemen are welcome. Proceeds support Heritage House. 1-4 p.m. Tea service begins at 1:30 p.m. Fullerton Arboretum. $50. Purchase tickets on the arboretum’s website; no ticket sales at the door. Information: 657-278-4010
Performance
Todd Miller’s Farewell Concert: Brass and Percussion Chamber Ensembles: Todd Miller has taught at Cal State Fullerton since 1971. This performance will be his finale. 4-6 p.m. Clayes Performing Arts Center, Meng Concert Hall. Information: 657-278-3371 or fullerton.edu
Art
Paint Party: Learn how to paint a specific painting, step by step, at a series of paint parties at the Fullerton Arboretum. Dina Mabe will teach “Red Bike and Floral Basket.” 1:30-4:30 p.m. Bacon Pavilion Classroom. Wear old clothing. $25 for members, $28 for non-members. Registration fee includes a canvas, paints, brushes and apron. Register on the arboretum website.
May 8
Lectures
Alternate Facts series: Aitana Guia, assistant professor of history, speaks on “A Refugee Crisis in Europe? Words, Facts and the Politics of Fear.” And Kate Burlingham, assistant professor of history, speaks on “Distinguishing Fact From Fiction: The Moral and Ethical Difficulties of Working With Forced Confessions.” 11:30 a.m.-12:50 p.m. Pollak Library Room 360. For more information, visit the College of Humanities and Social Sciences website.
May 13
Brunch
Mother’s Day brunch: Featuring a farm-to-table menu by chefs Jonathan Dye and Jonathan Duffy Davis surrounded by the beauty of the Fullerton Arboretum. 10:30 a.m. $65. Register at fullertonarboretum.com/Mother-s-Day-Brunch/
June 15
Luncheon
Global Relations Luncheon: Robert Gates, former secretary of defense and CIA director, will offer a look at leadership and international relations. Alum Rep. Ed Royce will be honored in his last year in Congress. Noon-1:30 p.m. Westin South Coast Plaza, 686 Anton Blvd., Costa Mesa. $75 regular ticket; $125 VIP ticket, which includes a reception; $1,250 for a VIP table of 10. Register online. Information: Pia Claudio, 657-278-5309 or pclaudio@fullerton.edu
June 18
Fundraising event
Mihaylo College Golf Classic: The 24th annual Mihaylo College Golf Classic at Pelican Hill Golf Club in Newport Beach supports the education of the next generation of business leaders. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Tickets start at $750. Information: 657-278-4229 or business.fullerton.edu
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