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Inside the performance
The live experience
What reaches the room
Since its launch in 2010, Creative Edge Lecture has brought renowned thought-leaders on creativity to Orange County, inspiring artists, educators, and community leaders. Based in Irvine, the program has become a trusted source of insight and mentorship for those shaping arts education, museum design, and public leadership. The Irvine Barclay Theatre, located at 4242 Campus Drive, Irvine, CA 92612, serves as a consistent host for these engaging talks.
Onstage company
Documented collaborators
In 2025, the 15th Annual Creative Edge Lecture featured Mike Morhaime, cofounder and former CEO of Blizzard Entertainment, in a free, RSVP-admission format with a two-ticket limit per registration. The series continues to highlight leaders who push creative boundaries and foster community impact.
Onstage company
Documented collaborators
Upcoming highlights include the anticipated 16th Creative Edge Lecture on March 3, 2026, featuring Arthur Sze, United States Poet Laureate, at the Irvine Barclay Theatre. Stay connected with Arts Orange County’s official channels for news and event updates across Facebook, TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube. Secure your seats through our trusted network when the next event goes on sale.
Artist note
A sourced detail
Learn more about the program’s mission, past speakers such as Joy Harjo (2020), Nina Simon (2024), and Maria Rosario Jackson (2023), and how Creative Edge Lecture continues to empower communities through creative leadership.
Artist note
A sourced detail
The essentials
Upcoming highlights include the anticipated 16th Creative Edge Lecture on March 3, 2026, featuring Arthur Sze, United States Poet Laureate, at the Irvine Barclay Theatre. Stay connected with Arts Orange County’s official channels for news and event updates across Facebook, TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube. Secure your seats through our trusted network when the next event goes on sale.
Learn more about the program’s mission, past speakers such as Joy Harjo (2020), Nina Simon (2024), and Maria Rosario Jackson (2023), and how Creative Edge Lecture continues to empower communities through creative leadership.
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