Don’t be a“beauty school dropout” this summer! Musical Theatre West (MTW) is excited to announce that the iconic role of Teen Angel for its summer production of Grease will be played by RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 12 star Darius Rose, aka Jackie Cox! This exciting, transformative production will open with an opening night Sizzlin’ Summer Sock-hop on July 9th, where show-goers are encouraged to dress in their best 50’s era get-ups.

The show runs on select dates, July 8 – July 24, 2022, at the Carpenter Performing Arts Center on the campus of Cal State Long Beach. Tickets for the rockin’ return of Grease to the Musical Theatre West stage range from $20 – $96 each and are available now, by phone at 562-856-1999 or online at musical.org.

Southern California’s premiere musical theater company is thrilled to welcome the “Persian Princess” Jackie Cox to the MTW stage for MULTIPLE fabulous roles within the fiercely talented and inclusive cast! The multi-talented star will showcase her range as the sassy and savvy Teen Angel, serenading Frenchy to stay in school with the fan-favorite song “Beauty School Dropout.” Jackie will steal the spotlight with her shushing of the rowdy Rydell High students as no-nonsense English teacher, Miss Lynch.

Jackie shared, “I’ve loved Grease since I was a kid but never saw myself in the show, so I’m beyond thrilled that we have a new more inclusive vision for Grease! My Drag is very much influenced by that era, and I can’t wait to pay homage to Eve Arden (amongst other iconic divas) in my portrayal of Miss Lynch.”

Jackie will present a new take on the iconic Teen Angel character, adding, “Drag was underground in the 50s and 60s but it certainly existed. In the way I see my Teen Angel, I’ve come up with a backstory where Frenchie met some queer people in beauty school who introduced her to whatever underground drag shows are happening near Rydell. So her vision of Teen Angel just happens to be a fabulous drag queen!”

Jackie Cox was the first queen of Iranian descent to appear on RuPaul’s Drag Race, making history when she appeared in a hijab on the runway. In her hometown of NYC, Jackie has long been a feature of the theatrical cabaret scene and recently completed a world tour of her show JackieVision which featured her take on the hit song “Agatha All Along” and was showcased on the Disney+ show This is Me: A Pride Celebration Spectacular.

In addition to Drag Race, Jackie has appeared in a recurring role on NBC’s Days of Our Lives & Peacock’s Days of Our Lives: Beyond Salem, in ABC’s What Would You Do?, in Fusion’s Shade: Queens of NYC, as well as numerous appearances on Bravo’s Watch What Happens Live, winning the title of “Real Queen of Beverly Hills” for her impersonation of TV personality and Depends undergarment spokeswoman, Lisa Rinna.

In a prior life before drag, Darius performed in regional theater productions primarily in California. Regional credits include: Light in the Piazza (Giuseppe) El Portal Theater of North Hollywood, Hedwig and the Angry Inch (Hedwig) Orange County’s Theater Out, Big River (Huck) The Gem of Garden Grove, Les Miserables (Lesgles) Vista’s Moonlight Amphitheatre, and Godspell (Jesus) Pacifica Spindrift Players. Darius holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Theater from UCLA’s School of Theater Film and Television.

Musical Theatre West is honored to have Jackie Cox as a part of its rockin’ revival of Grease. With this rendition of Grease, MTW will feature a contemporary cast and creative team that highlights the progress of theater since the original Grease musical debuted on Broadway 50 years ago. Jackie joins the highly-anticipated production of iconic 50’s tale of teen angst (and teen angels!), that will feature all the fan-favorite song and dance numbers that cemented Grease as the soundtrack of a generation. Sing along with Teen Angel for “Beauty School Dropout,” laugh at Miss Lynch’s strict dance contest rules, and cheer on the love story of Danny and Sandy with Musical Theatre West this July!

“We couldn’t be more thrilled to have Jackie Cox in our latest revival of Grease,” said Paul Garman, Executive Director of Musical Theatre West. “It is important to us that all theater-goers can see themselves on-stage and feel represented, especially in our beautifully diverse community of Long Beach. Jackie is an extreme talent whom we can’t wait for audiences to experience this summer, along with the rest of our amazing cast and creative team.”

The Long Beach premiere of Grease will kick off summer on select dates, July 8 – July 24, 2022. Tickets are currently priced at $20 – $96, available for purchase by phone at 562-856-1999 or online at musical.org. Fees may apply. Not recommended for children under 14. More information, a full line-up of performances, and additional details can be found at https://musical.org.

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Pop-up Kids Club Pajama Party on Wednesday, June 22 from 10 am to noon invites kids of all ages to show up in their favorite PJ’s and enjoy a range of fun activities! Kids Club features surprise performances, character meet and greets, complimentary face painting, fun crafts and a balloon artist. Ideal for ages 2-10, but all are welcome to participate. Find out more about this event and others at https://2ndandpch.com/events/

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The County of Orange and OC Parks are pleased to present the annual OC Parks Summer Concert Series and Sunset Cinema film series. Enjoy summer nights at your favorite regional parks with free concerts and movie screenings in a family-friendly atmosphere. June films include Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle and The Princess Bride. June concerts feature headliners Ozomatli and Donavon Frankenreiter. 

All events will include free parking with food and drink available for purchase. Sunset Cinema events will offer free pre-movie entertainment for the whole family. Dates and times vary per series; for more information about summer-long events visit ocparks.com. 

WHEN:

OC Parks Sunset Cinema June Dates

• Fridays, June 17 and 24 from 6 –10 p.m.

OC Parks Summer Concert Series June Dates

• Thursdays, June 23 and 30 from 5 – 8 p.m. 

WHERE:

OC Parks Sunset Cinema Film Series 

Craig Regional Park, 3300 State College Blvd, CA 92835

Date: Friday, June 17

Movie: Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle (2017, PG-13)

Date: Friday, June 24

Movie: The Princess Bride (1987, PG)

OC Parks Summer Concert Series

Craig Regional Park, 3300 State College Blvd, CA 92835

Date: Thursday, June 23

Concert: Ozomatli with opener Giuliana

Date: Thursday, June 30

Concert: Donavon Frankenreiter with opener Iris and the Shade

Credit: OC Parks.

The school year is quickly coming to an end, which means it’s the perfect time for kids to explore the world around them, filling their days with unique experiences that expand their imagination. This summer, Laguna Art Museum will provide opportunities for kids to unleash their creativity during Outside the Lines Summer Day Camps and Kids’ Night Out programming, where kids can get messy and cut loose. “We believe that art is for all ages and that kids can enjoy the museum just as much as adults,” said Julie Perlin Lee, Executive Director of Laguna Art Museum. “The Outside the Lines Summer Day Camps and Kids’ Night Out programs are the next step in educating kids about the importance of art and exploring their creative side.”

Outside the Lines Summer Day Camps will offer four sessions starting in July for ages 6–9 and 10–12. These single-day summer camps transform the museum into a space for creative expression and exploration—no matter how messy it gets.

Parents can take the night off during Kids’ Night Out on August 19 and 26, when kids take over the museum for a special, fun-filled night of art-making and learning about the museum’s permanent collection. Laguna Art Museum’s education team will provide young learners with dinner, art-related activities, and opportunities to explore exhibitions.

Schedule of Events

Outside the Lines Summer Day Camp: Gallery Groovin’

Wednesday, July 13, 2022 

9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. 

Ages 6–9

Outside the Lines Summer Day Camp: People, Portraits, Personalities

Wednesday, July 20, 2022 

9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. 

Ages 10–12

Outside the Lines Summer Day Camp: Worlds Abound

Wednesday, August 3, 2022 

9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Ages 6–9

Outside the Lines Summer Day Camp: Now and Then

Wednesday, August 10, 2022 

9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Ages 10–12

Kids’ Night Out: Museum Ice Cream Party

Friday, August 19, 2022 

6:00 – 9:00 p.m.

Ages 6–9

Kids’ Night Out: Scavenger Hunt

Friday, August 26, 2022 

6:00 – 9:00 p.m.

Ages 9–12

Outside the Lines Summer Day Camps are $35 for museum members and $45 for non-members. Kids’ Night Out events are $80 for museum members and $90 for non-members, with a discounted price of $70 per child if registering two or more children. Parents or guardians do not need to be present for these events and pre-registration is required for kids. To learn more about upcoming Outside the Lines Summer Day Camps and Kids’ Night Out events and to register, visit lagunaartmuseum.org/events.

For more information about Laguna Art Museum, educational opportunities and programs, visit lagunaartmuseum.org.  To stay connected and learn about upcoming events, follow the museum on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

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Celebrate National Shrimp Day at Rubio’s on two days this year, Monday, May 9 and Tuesday, May 10, when all Rubio’s shrimp entrées are just $6.99 with the purchase of any drink. Simply enter the coupon code TASTY with your order through the Rubio’s app, or online at Rubios.com. Or, scan the coupon https://www.rubios.com/coupons/national-shrimp-day when ordering at any Rubio’s.

Rubio’s guests can visit locations across California, Arizona and Nevada and enjoy any shrimp entrée on the menu, including seasonal favorites, the Chipotle Honey Argentinian Shrimp bowl, burrito or two taco plate. Available for a limited time, the wild-caught, grilled Red Argentinian Shrimp features a sweet-spicy kick of honey and chipotle peppers. With its large size, bright color and exceptional flavor, wild Red Argentinian Shrimp is a Rubio’s fan favorite. Guests can also choose other popular shrimp entrees including the Salsa Verde Shrimp two taco plate, the Shrimp and Bacon burrito, or the Mexican Street Corn bowl with grilled shrimp.

Guests are encouraged to order ahead through the Rubio’s app or Rubios.com. For more information about Rubio’s Coastal Grill and to view the menu, visit Rubio’s, Facebook and Instagram

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2^ND & PCH, Long Beach’s premier outdoor shopping center, welcomes the community to celebrate Cinco de Mayo and Mother’s Day at the center in addition to complimentary community events for all to enjoy throughout the month of May. 

In honor of Cinco de Mayo, the center will host live music and dance performances Thursday, May 5th on the grand staircase. Thee Academy will provide ballet folklórico dancing, rope tricks and live mariachi music from the company’s youth group Mariachi Garibaldi Juvenil de Jaime Cuellar and Ballet Folklorico Los Angelitos dancers 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm. Mickey and Minnie Mouse will be present in Ballet Folklórico attire for dancing and a meet and greet 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm followed by a performance from premier mariachi group Mariachi Corazon de Maria 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm. 

The outdoor movie series, PCH Movies & Moonlight, continues on Friday, May 6th at sunset with a showing of The Goonies. Movies are complimentary for the community to enjoy, weather permitting. Self-seating will be available along Seaport Way on a first come first serve basis. Guests are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs and blankets. 2^ND & PCH offers an array of restaurants, retailers and specialty services within the center for the community to enjoy before, during or after the movie.

2^ND & PCH is a perfect place to spend Mother’s Day weekend from an array of brunch options, cocktails and shopping to enjoying live music on the grand staircase from local musician and composer Evyn Charles on Sunday, May 8th 11:00 am – 1:00 pm. Follow 2^ND & PCH on Instagram and Facebook to participate in a special Mother’s Day social media giveaway for the opportunity to win a giftcard from participating tenants. Giveaways are hosted monthly; follow the center’s social channels to learn more and participate. 

Shop for hand-crafted treasures and support local artisans at the Creative Communal Makers Market on Sunday, May 15th 11:00 am – 6:00 pm along Seaport Way. The unique open-air market features a curated assortment of vendors, kids activities, a photo op and live music.

Young adventurers are welcome to an interactive Pop-up Kids Club on Wednesday, May 25th 10:00 am – 12:00 pm featuring performances from CoComelon character JJ, storytime and crafts at the picnic benches nearest Johnny Was. All are welcome to participate; Kids Club is ideal for ages 2 to 10 years. 

For additional event information and a complete list of tenants visit 2ndandpch.com or interact with us via Instagram or Facebook.

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