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Pageant of the Masters


  • 650 Laguna Canyon Road Laguna Beach, CA, 92651 United States (map)

Pageant of the Masters in Laguna Beach 

Pageant of the Masters a visually intriguing display of trompe l'oeil that you have to see to believe! Recreating master art pieces from the most world renowned artists of all time into life sized master pieces this performance will have you questioning, is it real or?

Pageant of the Masters

This years theme The Grand Tour

In the 17th and 18th centuries, the desire to experience the world’s great art firsthand inspired the European tradition of continental travel on “the grand tour.” Inspired to set out on pilgrimages by land and sea to the great cultural centers of Europe, and eventually the globe, those early travelers often risked life and limb to stand in the presence of masterpieces.

Your Pageant ticket to THE GRAND TOUR becomes your passport to experience spectacle, music, stories and grand illusions as masterpieces come to life. Book your passage now for this breathtaking theatrical journey through the centuries in search of unforgettable art.

Photo Credit: Pageant of the Masters

Photo Credit: Pageant of the Masters

The Pageant of the Masters is the Festival of Arts’ crowning jewel and arguably one of the most unique productions in the entire world. It is world-renowned in the artistry and theatrical illusion of living pictures. Each night during the summer season at 8:30 the Festival of Arts presents this famous attraction.

What can you expect?
A ninety-minute stage show of “living pictures” – incredibly faithful art re-creations of classical and contemporary works with real people posing to look exactly like their counterparts in the original pieces. Held in an outdoor amphitheater and accompanied by a professional orchestra with an original score. Enjoy the live narration, intricate sets, sophisticated lighting, expert staff,that were aided by hundreds of dedicated volunteers. Go see why they have won recognition for the Pageant as the best presentation of its kind.

Advance tickets start at just $15 ---- To purchase tickets and get more info, click on link below.