Enjoy a Technicolor April at the Tulsa PAC
Broadway is back in April with an Andrew Lloyd Webber/Tim Rice collaboration, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Apr. 1-6. This pop cantata predated Jesus Christ Superstar and morphed into a musical after Superstar became a mega-hit. Its themes and spirit are perfect for the month of Easter.
Tulsa Ballet and Tulsa Opera Announce Seasons
Tulsa Ballet Artistic Director Marcello Angelini recently announced the 2014-15 season—Angelini’s 20th consecutive year with Tulsa Ballet.
German American Society to Host Annual Germanfest
On Friday, Saturday and Sunday, the May 2 – 4, the German American Society of Tulsa () will celebrate its annual May festival on the lawn and in the Great Hall of the Center at 15th and Terrace Dr in Tulsa.
Making a Comeback: Millions of People Are Hooked on Bridge
Some people may think of the game of bridge as a throwback to the 1970s, but its resurgence in today’s culture is real. Some might argue that it never went out of vogue to begin with. But whatever your stance – it is safe to say that today’s bridge game has taken on almost a cult-like obsession.
KUDOS OF THE MONTH: OK Mozart for 30 Years
The widely-acclaimed and Bartlesville-based OK Mozart International Festival launches its 30th season June 7-14 with the “Music of Vienna” as its theme.
Camp Fire Green Country Promotes Absolutely Incredible Kid Day
Camp Fire Green Country is excited to promote Absolutely Incredible Kid Day on March 20, 2014. Started by Camp Fire in 1997, Absolutely Incredible Kid Day is a national letter writing campaign that encourages adults to write letters of love and inspiration to the young people in their life. The program promotes the important connection between strong communication and strong relationships in the lives of young people. According to Program Director, Deric Williams, “It’s important that our community is aware that everyone is encouraged to participate – parents, siblings, grandparents, teachers, coaches, mentors “ – with the hope that the right words of encouragement will help the child make better decisions, build their self-esteem and strengthen the relationship.
March Brings Music, Theatre and Mia Farrow to the PAC
There is more to see and do in Tulsa than one can possibly keep up with, but if you are an arts person, or just curious, I hope you have a chance to attend Tulsa Opera’s Elmer Gantry, Feb. 28 and Mar. 2. This Grammy Award-winning American opera, based on the 1926 novel by Sinclair Lewis, showcases extraordinary talent. I believe this production will be a landmark for Tulsa Opera.
Jenks Students to Perform Disney’s Tarzan the Musical
The award-winning Jenks Vocal Music at Jenks High School will present TARZAN the MUSICAL and is the first high school group in Oklahoma granted permission from Disney to perform this musical from the original Edgar Rice Burroughs book, Disney movie and Broadway musical adaptation.
Miller Swim School Advocates Water Safety
Soon, the warm weather and sunshine will be back for spring and summer, and kids will be heading outside. This time of year especially, pool, lake and boat safety become of the utmost importance.
OK Mozart Festival Hosts Valentine Dinner-Dance Gala
When they strike up the music for OK Mozart’s gala Valentine Party at Bartlesville Community Center on Friday, February 14, from 7 to 10 p.m., party-goers will be in for one sweetheart of a party. Plans call for an elegant dinner followed by dancing to the big-band sounds of the Tulsa Jazz Orchestra along with some very special surprises.
Jenks High School to Perform Tarzan
Based on Edgar Rice Burrough’s Tarzan of the Apes and the smash-hit 1999 Disney animated film, Tarzan tells the story of an infant boy orphaned on the shores of West Africa. Taken in and raised by a tribe of gorillas, the young boy strives for acceptance by his ape father while grappling with his uniqueness. When a human expedition enters their territory, Tarzan – now a man – encounters strangers like himself for the first time.
Tulsa Shock’s Diggins to Appear at Sprint NBA All-Star Celebrity Game
The National Basketball Association () announced today stars from film and TV will take the court for the Sprint All-Star Celebrity Game 2014 on Friday, Feb. 14, at 7 p.m. ET. Two-time Kevin Hart will play alongside Victoria’s Secret model, actress and philanthropist Erin Heatherton; “America’s Got Talent” host Nick Cannon; Radio’s “Mike & Mike” hosts Mike Golic and Mike Greenberg; Jesse Williams (“Grey’s Anatomy”); Columbus Short (“Scandal”); Michael B. Jordan (“That Awkward Moment”); U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan; three-time Champion and analystBruce Bowen; “E! News” anchor Terrence Jenkins; TV’s “NBA Inside Stuff presented by Samsung Galaxy” co-host Kristen Ledlow; anchor Stan Verrett; and stars Skylar Diggins of the Tulsa Shock and Elena Delle Donne of the Chicago Sky.Tickets for the game, airing live on from Sprint Arena at All-Star Jam Session, will go on sale today Wednesday, Jan. 29, at 11 a.m. ET/ 10 a.m. CT.
Keller Williams Brings Funk to Cain’s
Funk returns to Cain’s Ballroom on Feb. 27 in the form of Keller Williams, a musician who is no stranger to Tulsa’s historic hall.
“You can feel the music dripping off the walls,” he says. “A lot of music has been in that room. It’s a joy to be there.”
Annual Tulsa Gridiron Set for Feb. 7-8
Nothing is off limits this year as the Tulsa Gridiron takes a humorous look at the issues, events, and personalities of power and prestige in politics and cultural events of the day including Gov. Mary Fallin, the Obamas, and, of course, Kathy Taylor and Dewey Bartlett…. and more. The show will be at 8 p.m. Feb. 7 and 8 in the Liddy Doenges Theatre of the Tulsa Performing Arts Center. Proceeds from the show provide scholarships for journalism and communications students at local and state universities.
MTUL to Feature Oklahoma Chief Justice
The Metropolitan Tulsa Urban League () will celebrate 60 years of empowering the community at its upcoming Diamond Jubilee Gala on Feb. 22 at the Downtown Doubletree Hotel. Chief Justice of the Oklahoma Supreme Court Tom Colbert will be the keynote speaker.
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