Expectations for a symphonic experience can vary greatly! Some folks expect a romantic night out. Others expect to escape on a musical journey to a secret place. Some folks expect a “formal” affair, with certain codes of conduct, while others expect to just dress in nice casual. The truth is, experiencing classical music is a very personal thing, and all of the above expectations may come close to your reality.
But one thing is certain, the actual classical music experience you have depends a lot on your musical background and experiences. Whether you have enjoyed a symphonic experience in the concert halls of New York or Vienna, the quality of music played and the traditions of these performances are virtually identical to what you would experience with your Pacific Symphony.
If you have not yet been to a Pacific Symphony concert at the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, this site will impart the information you need to enhance your enjoyment and get you ready to feel right at home.
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Directions & Parking:
Address:
Orange County Performing Artscenter
Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall
615 Town Center Drive
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 556-2787 / (714) 556-ARTS
Box Office Hours: Monday – Sunday, 10am to 6pm
Phone Hours: Monday – Sunday, 10am to 9pm
Driving Directions:
The Orange County Performing Artscenter is located in the heart of the Orange County Theatre District, just East of South Coast Plaza, on Town Center Drive and adjacent to South Coast Repertory. There are several parking garages adjacent to The Center.
Please note: Although it is not shown on the Google map, Town Center Drive is closed between Park Center Drive and Avenue of the Arts.
From the 405 North:
Exit Avenue of the Arts. Turn left on Anton Boulevard and right on Park Center Drive to the parking structure.
From the 405 South:,
Exit Bristol Street and turn left. Turn right on Anton Boulevard and left on Park Center Drive to the parking structure.
From the 55 South:
Exit MacArthur Boulevard and turn right. Turn left on Main street. Go two blocks and turn right on Sunflower. Turn left on Anton Boulevard. Turn right on Park Center Drive to the parking structure.
Public Transportation:
(714) 636-7433
The number above is for all OCTA information,
including OCTA ACCESS service (disabled)
Parking:
The recommended parking structure for visitors to the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall is the Plaza Tower Garage, located at the corner of Park Center Drive and Anton Boulevard, adjacent to the Westin South Coast Plaza Hotel.
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There is an $8.00 fee to park in this structure.
Valet Service
Valet Service is available for a fee of $10 at Pacific Symphony's evening concerts of the Classics and Pops series for ticket-holders possessing a valid DMV-issued disabled license plate or placard. Please register with Alisa Daniels at (714) 876-2332 or adaniels@pacificsymphony.org.
Seating Charts:
Seating Charts for Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall.
Classics »
Chamber and Connections »
Family »
Pops »
Click here to view a detailed seat map.
Restaurants Near:
ORANGE COUNTY PERFORMING ARTSCENTER
Leatherby’s Cafe Rouge / Market Cafe
For pre- and post-performance dining Leatherby’s Cafe Rouge is open before and after every performance at the Concert Hall. Two private dining rooms are also available for groups of 10 or more. For reservations call (714) 429-7640. For a quick bite, the Market Cafe is open prior to performances, as well as during intermission.
South Coast Plaza Dinner Coach
The restaurants of South Coast Plaza Village—marked below with an asterix—offer complimentary luxury transportation to and from evening performances at the Concert Hall. Transportation is available for those who dine prior to Segerstrom Hall performances only.
Reservations are recommended and can be made by calling the restaurant of choice.
Restaurants Participating in our Donor Rewards Card:
Please call Jennifer Greenwalt at (714) 876-2338 for more information.
*Antonello Ristorante
Fine Italian Cuisine
South Coast Plaza Village
3800 S. Plaza Drive, Santa Ana, CA
(714) 751-7153
The Clubhouse
American Classics, Regional Favorites, and Seasonal Specialties
3333 Bristol Street, Suite 2802, Costa Mesa, CA
(714) 957-2582
*Darya
Fine Persian Cuisine
South Coast Plaza Village
3800 S. Plaza Drive, Santa Ana, CA
(714) 557-6600
Jerry’s Famous Deli
Homemade Soups, Salads, and Sandwiches
3210 Park Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA
(714) 662-3354
Maggiano’s Little Italy
Italian
3333 Bristol Street, Costa Mesa, CA
(714) 546-9550
*Royal Khyber
Fine Indian Cuisine
South Coast Plaza Village
3800 S. Plaza Drive, Santa Ana, CA
(714) 436-1010
Savannah
Contemporary American Cuisine
655 Anton Blvd., Costa Mesa, CA
(714) 557-6647
Terranova Restaurant
Brasserie Style Cuisine
Wyndham Hotel
3350 Avenue of the Arts, Costa Mesa, CA
(714) 751-5100
T.G.I. Friday’s
American Cuisine
601 Anton Blvd., Costa Mesa, CA
(714) 540-2227
Other popular dining suggestions:
Claim Jumper - (714) 434-8479
American, Italian, Seafood, Vegetarian
Mastro’s Steakhouse - (714) 546-7405
Steakhouse
Pinot Provence at Westin South Coast Plaza - (714) 444-5900
French/International
Scott’s Seafood - (714) 979-2400
American/Seafood/Other
Turner New Zealand - (714) 668-0880
French/International, Seafood, Vegetarian, Other
Z’Tejas - (714) 979-7469
Southwestern/Mexican
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