Trio Céleste: UC Irvine’s ensemble in residence Trio Céleste will perform an all-Russian program featuring Dmitri Shostakovich’s “Second Piano Trio” and Anton Arensky’s “Piano Trio in D minor.” See the Southern California trio in “From Russia with Love” at Winifred Smith Hall at the Claire Trevor School of the Arts. 8 tonight. $16. West Peltason Drive, Irvine. 949-824-2787 or arts.uci.edu
“Evita”: With music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice, “Evita” tells the story of Eva Peron and her rise from poverty to becoming Argentina’s controversial First Lady. Musical Theatre West will present this musical featuring the memorable song, “Don’t Cry for Me Argentina” at the Carpenter Performing Arts Center. Various times through Feb. 26. $17-$120. 6200 Atherton Street, Long Beach. 562-985-7623 or carpenterarts.org
“Moby Dick”: A self-destructive madman and other colorful characters search for a white whale as Chicago’s renowned Lookingglass Theatre Company brings Herman Melville’s classic novel to life. The West Coast premiere runs at South Coast Repertory. 8 tonight and Saturday, 2:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. $25-$79. 655 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa. 714-708-5555 or scr.org
Postmodern Jukebox: This collective of rotating musicians re-imagines modern pop hits in the style of jazz, ragtime, and swing classics from the 1920s to 1950s. Created by Scott Bradlee, the group is a viral sensation on YouTube with over 450 million views. The group has performed on “Good Morning America” and topped iTunes and Billboard music charts. 8 tonight at Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall. $39-$119. 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa.714-556-2787 or scfta.org
The Family Stone: The original founding members of Sly and The Family Stone will perform a night of iconic hits like “Everyday People,” “Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin),” “Dance to the Music,” and “Family Affair.” 8 tonight at the La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts. $15-$55. 14900 La Mirada Blvd., La Mirada. 562-944-9801 or lamiradatheater.com
ABBA Tribute Band: Flashback to the 1970s when Swedish tribute band Arrival plays hits made famous by ABBA. The show features original musicians from the band and costume changes to portray various periods in the group’s career. Hear songs such as “Voulez Vous,” “SOS,” “Money, Money, Money,” “Take a Chance on Me,” “Dancing Queen” and others at the Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts. 8 tonight. $35-$65. 12700 Center Court Drive, Cerritos. 562-467-8818 or cerritoscenter.com
Matt Haimovitz: The Grammy-nominated cellist, who made his debut as a 13-year-old soloist with the Zubin Mehta and the Israel Philharmonic, will perform Bach’s “Six Suites for Cello” and overtures to Bach written by contemporary composers. 8 p.m. at Soka Performing Arts Center. $32-$40. 1 University Drive, Aliso Viejo. 949-480-4270 or soka.edu
The Five Irish Tenors: Enjoy a showcase of Irish tunes and Pop songs performed by this music ensemble from Dublin. Hear solo, duet, trio, quartet and quintet arrangements of songs such as “Hey Jude,” “The Piano Man,” “Danny Boy,” “Will You Go Lassie Go,” and Mozart’s “II Mio Tesoro” at the Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts. 3 p.m. Sunday. $50-$80. 12700 Center Court Drive, Cerritos. 562-467-8818 or cerritoscenter.com
Maria Schneider Orchestra: As a Grammy Award-winner in both the jazz and classical categories, it’s no surprise that Maria Schneider’s work is described as blurring the lines between genres. Her work has been commissioned by Jazz at Lincoln Center and The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra and she collaborated with David Bowie. See her at Soka Performing Arts Center at 8 p.m. Tuesday. $37-$45. 1 University Drive, Aliso Viejo. 949-480-4278 or soka.edu
Lunar New Year Event: Celebrate the Lunar New Year at Pretend City with crafts and other activities. Kids will make and decorate lanterns and hear a story about the Lunar New Year tradition. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. $12.50. 29 Hubble, Irvine. 949-428-3900 or pretendcity.org
“Aida”: See this semi-staged concert opera production of Verdi’s most popular opera. “Aida” tells the story of a doomed love triangle involving the Pharaoh’s daughter, the enslaved Nubian princess Aida and the soldier they both love. The title role will be performed by Kelebogile Besong who makes her North American debut. 8 p.m. February 23, 25 and 28 at the Reneé and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall. $60-$215. 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa. 714-755-5799 or pacificsymphony.org
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