“ COLOR IS THE FIRST REVELATION OF THE WORLD ”

THROUGH AUG . 18 ; ORANGE COUNTY MUSEUM OF ART , COSTA MESA A “ poetic meditation ” on how form and the color intersect , this monochromatic collection of artwork in shades of blue includes varied pieces from abstracts to portraits . Inspired by Brazilian artist Hélio Oiticica ’ s color theories , the exhibit is designed to span 20thcentury history and invites subtle questions about the ever-changing world around us . ( 714-780-2130 ; ocma . art )

“ ASIAN COMICS : EVOLUTION OF AN ART FORM ”

THROUGH SEPT 8 ; BOWERS MUSEUM , SANTA ANA Making its American debut , “ Asian Comics : Evolution of an Art Form ” brings together the largest selection of original artwork from Asian comics , spanning numerous mediums , countries and cultures . Curated by Barbican Centre , more than 400 original pieces of artwork will be displayed alongside their printed versions . The exhibit will also show how comics have influenced movies , music , video games and fashion . ( 714-567-3600 ; bowers . org )

THE GREAT PLEIN AIR ART EXPERIENCE

THROUGH OCT . 30 ; CRYSTAL COVE STATE PARK Offered every Monday and Wednesday through the summer and into fall ( except for a few holidays ), plein air painting classes taught by artist Debbie Morines will provide step-bystep instruction to capture the scenic coastal area on canvas . Easels are set up outside for the four-hour sessions . Registration is required . ( 949-376-6200 ; crystalcove . org )

BAROQUE MUSIC FESTIVAL JUNE 16-23 ; VARIOUS LOCATIONS Experience unique Baroque performances by both chamber ensembles and vocalists as they explore the impact of Italian music in Baroque-era London during five concerts spread over eight days . Now in its 44th year , the festival takes place at several intimate venues in Corona del Mar and elsewhere in Newport Beach , bringing together a variety of outstanding musicians to celebrate the distinctive Baroque period , which ran from approximately 1600-1750 . ( 949-760- 7887 ; bmf-cdm . org )

“ ON GOLDEN POND ” JUNE 28 - JULY 21 ; NEWPORT THEATRE ARTS CENTER Newport Theatre Arts Center presents its latest curtain raiser —“ On Golden Pond ”— a hilarious and moving exploration of the intricate relationships between family members . Follow Norman and Ethel as they meet their daughter ’ s new fiance and work through moments of tension and deep emotions , delving into their past to heal their relationships . ( 949-631-0288 ; ntactickets . com )

NEWPORT BEACH ART EXHIBITION

JUNE 29 ; NEWPORT BEACH CIVIC CENTER Now in its 57th year , the Newport Beach Art Exhibition presents a oneday display by artists to show and sell their work in various mediums from oils and acrylics to watercolor , pastels , pen and ink , charcoal , mixed media , sculpture and photography . There will also be an awards reception and a food and wine pavilion . ( 949- 717-3802 ; newportbeachca . gov )

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT : COURTESY OF PACIFIC SYMPHONY ; JEANINE HILL PHOTOGRAPHY ; IDE CHIKAE

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