activities · 4
what they do
direct service · 4
- Hosting of free public events and community gatheringsHosts free community events on the Julianne and George Argyros Plaza and other spaces, including summer Tuesday Night Dance events, to engage Orange County’s diverse populations through arts and public programming.
- Operation of education and rehearsal facilities Dance Performance Access ProgramsOperates the Education Center with the Boeing Education Lab and Studio Performance Space, as well as the Center for Dance & Innovation, to support arts education, student performances, professional development, and ballet training programs.
- Operation of performance venues Historic Theater Preservation & OperationOperates multiple performance venues including Segerstrom Hall (3,000 seats), Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall (2,000 seats), Samueli Theater (600-person capacity), and Judy Morr Theater, hosting a range of performances and events for the public.
- Presentation of performances by resident arts companies Presenting Major Dance EnsemblesPresents performances by resident companies such as the Pacific Symphony, Philharmonic Society of Orange County, and Pacific Chorale across its venues, supporting professional arts programming in Orange County.
strategies · 3
how they think
Theories of action extracted from this org's own source material. Click any to see the full field of orgs running the same approach.
- Adaptable Venue Design for Customized Experiences flexible_space_designUtilizes flexible space configurations and innovative acoustic technology to tailor audience experiences to different performance types, enhancing engagement through physical and auditory customization.
- Community Cohesion Through Arts Engagement community_engagement_through_artsLeverages performances, education programs, and shared cultural experiences as a mechanism to unite residents across Orange County, fostering community connection through collective participation in the arts.
- Inclusive Access for Diverse Audiences universal_accessibilityImplements accessibility services such as ASL interpretation, open captioning, and assistive listening devices to ensure equitable access, enabling participation from audiences with diverse needs.
named programs · 5
what they call their work
American Ballet Theatre William J. Gillespie School
Resident ballet training program offering professional-level dance education for students of all ages and backgrounds
Arts Teach
Education program that brings arts learning to students and educators, fostering creativity and engagement with the performing arts
Free Community Events
Series of no-cost public events on campus, including performances and gatherings, aimed at connecting diverse communities across Orange County
Studio D Arts School for All Abilities
Inclusive arts education program designed for individuals with developmental disabilities, providing accessible instruction in dance, music, and theater
Tuesday Night Dance
Community dance event held on the Julianne and George Argyros Plaza, offering free, accessible dance experiences for all ages
relationships · 10
who they work with
- American Ballet Theatre Partner — Official dance company presenting performances at Segerstrom Center for the Arts.
- Orange County Museum of Art Partner — Campus partner providing visual art at Segerstrom Center for the Arts.
- Pacific Chorale Partner — Resident company performing at the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall.
- Pacific Chorale Partner — Resident company presenting performances at Segerstrom Center for the Arts.
- Pacific Symphony Partner — Resident company presenting performances at Segerstrom Center for the Arts.
- Pacific Symphony Orchestra Partner — Resident company performing at the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall.
- Philharmonic Society of Orange County Partner — Resident company performing at the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall.
- Philharmonic Society of Orange County Partner — Resident company presenting performances at Segerstrom Center for the Arts.
- South Coast Repertory Partner — Campus partner providing theater and visual art at Segerstrom Center for the Arts.
- The American Ballet Theatre William J. Gillespie School Partner — Resident ballet training program using the Center for Dance & Innovation/Judy Morr Theater for rehearsals.