Breaking News:<br />For 14 years, Orange County artists, residents, and music enthusiasts have eagerly anticipated the return of a permanent live music venue to the Great Park area. The establishment of a permanent Amphitheatre has been in the works since 2016, following the closure of Irvine Meadows. A temporary transitional venue, known as the FivePoint Amphitheatre, was set up with the aim of building a permanent one near the Cultural Terrace in Irvine.
"The concerts at Irvine Meadows had a profound impact on my life," said Raquel Figlo, an Orange County-based music publicist. "Ever since I was 12 years old, I went to as many shows as possible with my mother and saw some of the greatest artists perform, including Gwen Stephani and Danzig. Music has the power to bring people of all ages and backgrounds together, and it strengthens family bonds. That's what Orange County is all about – family values. I grew up here and now live near the Great Park in El Toro. We need more live music in Orange County so that we can inspire the next generation to pursue their dreams of becoming rock stars and unleash their creative potential through music."
The plan for an Amphitheatre received a 4-1 vote of approval from the Irvine City Council in 2022 with Larry Agran being the dole dissenting vote.
However, a memo under review this Valentine's Day, authored by Agran and new Councilwoman Kathleen Treseder who didn't vote last time, that has put the Amp at risk.
Orange County locals and music lovers are rallying to see the 14,000-seat permanent Amphitheatre project move forward as promised in the Great Park.
"Live music has a rich history in Irvine, and we're grateful for the support of those who have championed this project," said a spokesperson. "If you share our passion for live music, we encourage you to send an email to irvinecitycouncil@cityofirvine.org or attend the Irvine meeting on February 14th and share why live music is so important to families and the next generation of artists."
Breaking News:
For 14 years, Orange County artists, residents, and music enthusiasts have eagerly anticipated the return of a permanent live music venue to the Great Park area. The establishment of a permanent Amphitheatre has been in the works since 2016, following the closure of Irvine Meadows. A temporary transitional venue, known as the FivePoint Amphitheatre, was set up with the aim of building a permanent one near the Cultural Terrace in Irvine.
"The concerts at Irvine Meadows had a profound impact on my life," said Raquel Figlo, an Orange County-based music publicist. "Ever since I was 12 years old, I went to as many shows as possible with my mother and saw some of the greatest artists perform, including Gwen Stephani and Danzig. Music has the power to bring people of all ages and backgrounds together, and it strengthens family bonds. That's what Orange County is all about – family values. I grew up here and now live near the Great Park in El Toro. We need more live music in Orange County so that we can inspire the next generation to pursue their dreams of becoming rock stars and unleash their creative potential through music."
The plan for an Amphitheatre received a 4-1 vote of approval from the Irvine City Council in 2022 with Larry Agran being the dole dissenting vote.
However, a memo under review this Valentine's Day, authored by Agran and new Councilwoman Kathleen Treseder who didn't vote last time, that has put the Amp at risk.
Orange County locals and music lovers are rallying to see the 14,000-seat permanent Amphitheatre project move forward as promised in the Great Park.
"Live music has a rich history in Irvine, and we're grateful for the support of those who have championed this project," said a spokesperson. "If you share our passion for live music, we encourage you to send an email to irvinecitycouncil@cityofirvine.org or attend the Irvine meeting on February 14th and share why live music is so important to families and the next generation of artists."
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