Great Park Movie on the Lawn To Feature The Pink Panther Saturday, June 2

IRVINE – Come to the Great Park for some good laughs when actor and comedian Steve Martin plays the role of bumbling Inspector Clouseau in the Movie on the Lawn showing of The Pink Panther, Saturday, June 2. The movie begins at dusk. Warm clothing is recommended.

In this prequel, this clumsy Clouseau must help the government after a famous soccer coach is murdered and his priceless ring containing the Pink Panther diamond is stolen. Academy Award Winner Kevin Kline and Beyonce Knowles also star in this PG rated movie.

Admission and parking are free, and visitors are encouraged to bring beach chairs and blankets. You may bring snacks or purchase tasty treats from the onsite food trucks, the Tailgate Truck and Flavor Rush, for this family-friendly outdoor movie experience under the stars.

The movie outdoor experience continues with Captain America: The First Avenger on June 16, Hop on June 23 and Kung Fu Panda 2 on June 30. All movies begin at dusk, weather permitting, on the Terraced Lawn. Please check www.ocgp.org/2012/04/movies-on-the-lawn for details.

The Orange County Great Park is located at Sand Canyon and Marine Way, and can easily be reached by the 5 or 405 freeways. For more information, visit, please visit www.ocgp.org or call 866-829-3829.

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About the Great Park

The Orange County Great Park, with its approximately 1,300-acre master plan, is the focal point of the redevelopment of the publicly-owned portion of the 4,700-acre former Marine Corps Air Station, El Toro. The Great Park features an iconic tethered helium balloon that rises 400 feet in the air, providing an aerial view of Park development. Other features include the Carousel, Farm + Food Lab, Kids Rock Playground, Walkable Timeline, Palm Court Arts Complex, North Lawn recreation area and historic Hangar 244. The South Lawn lighted soccer fields and Community Garden will be added in the next phase of construction. For more information go to www.ocgp.org