Things to do in Orange County, Sept. 29-Oct. 6

Friday, Sept. 29
‘Once’: It’s closing weekend for the musical play by Enda Walsh at the South Coast Repertory. The story revolves around a Dublin street musician about to abandon his dream when a beautiful woman takes a sudden interest in his haunting love songs. As the chemistry between them grows, his music soars to new heights, and their connection becomes more than an everyday romance. $79. Various times and dates through Saturday, Sept. 30. 655 Town Center Dr., Costa Mesa.