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Berger Performing Arts Center to Close June 30 Due to State Funding Shortfall
by Joshua Wright - January 27, 2026
The Arizona School for the Deaf and Blind announced the Berger Performing Arts Center will close June 30, 2026, citing insufficient state funding and uncertainty over future operations.
BEEHIVE – THE 60s MUSICAL to Kick Off Lyric Theatre Of Oklahoma’s 2026 Season
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2026
​Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma will open its 2026 Season with an electrifying musical tribute to some of the greatest female voices of the 20th century in Beehive- The 60s Musical!
The McKnight Center To Welcome Orpheus Chamber Orchestra & Marc-André Hamelin In February
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2026
The McKnight Center will present a performance by the Orpheus Chamber Orchestra featuring pianist Marc-André Hamelin, showcasing classical music excellence.
FOR COLORED GIRLS... Comes to World Stage Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2026
World Stage Theatre Company will continue their Timeless and Relevant stories season with For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide When the Rainbow is Enuf by Ntozake Shange.
Winners Announced For The 2025 BroadwayWorld Oklahoma Awards
by BWW Awards - January 16, 2026
Winners have been announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Oklahoma Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
WIND IN THE WILLOWS Comes to Tulsa PAC in January
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2026
Wind in the Willows is coming to Tulsa PAC this month. Recommended for grades 3+, performances will run January 27 at 9:30 and 11:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. Learn more here!
THE WIZ Comes to Tulsa PAC in May 2026
by BWW News Desk - December 30, 2025
The Broadway touring production of “The Wiz” will be presented in Tulsa in May 2026, offering residents a major musical theatre event at Chapman Music Hall, part of the Tulsa Performing Arts Center.
Last Chance to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Oklahoma Awards; INTO THE WOODS Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - December 29, 2025
This is the last chance to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Oklahoma Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
PICTURES FROM HOME to Open at Carpenter Square Theatre
by BWW News Desk - December 23, 2025
Carpenter Square Theatre will welcome the new year with a new memory play, 'Pictures from Home' by Sharr White based on the photo memoir 'Pictures from Home' by Larry Sultan.
The Dust Bowl Radio Hour Set For Musical Presentation At Oklahoma City University
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2025
A musical presentation of the in-development folk/bluegrass work The Dust Bowl Radio Hour will take place February 1 at 2 p.m. at Oklahoma City University's Wanda L. Bass School of Music in Oklahoma City, featuring students of the university.
Northwest Children’s Theater To Remount PETE THE CAT THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2025
Northwest Children’s Theater will present an encore run of PETE THE CAT, the live rock musical based on the beloved children’s book series. The returning production features the original cast and creative team and will play at The Judy in downtown Portland.
BEEHIVE Comes to the Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2025
Beehive is coming to the Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma in 2026. Before Adele, Beyoncé, Taylor, and Gaga… there was Aretha, Tina, Carole, and Janis. Performances run February 11, 2026 - March 1, 2026.
Liz Carr Training Performs Winter Musical Theatre Concert at TPAC
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2025
Liz Carr Training will present a Winter Musical Theatre Concert in collaboration with Excel Theatrical Training. Learn more about this upcoming event and how to get tickets here!
First All-Black Cast of A CHRISTMAS STORY Premieres in Tulsa
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2025
This December, Tulsa audiences will experience something never before seen in American theatre. Black Broadway Tulsa will present what is believed to be the first all Black cast production of A Christmas Story: The Play.
Black Broadway Tulsa Will Present First All-Black Production Of A CHRISTMAS STORY: THE PLAY
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2025
Black Broadway Tulsa will produce what is believed to be the first all-Black cast production of A CHRISTMAS STORY: THE PLAY. Performances will take place at the Maya Angelou Auditorium in Tulsa.
The Oklahoma City Philharmonic Will Open 2026 Season With MOZART RIVALS: RACE TO THE TOP
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2025
The Oklahoma City Philharmonic will open its 2026 season on Jan. 10 with “Mozart Rivals: Race to the Top,” a concert at the Civic Center Music Hall that promises an evening of dazzling classical works.
The Tulsa Ballet Will Perform THE SLEEPING BEAUTY in February
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2025
The Tulsa Ballet will present a world-premiere staging of The Sleeping Beauty at Tulsa Performing Arts Center. Performances will run in February. Learn more here!
ICYMI: Next On Stage: Season 5- Meet the Top 15
by BWW News Desk - November 23, 2025
BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage, Broadway's biggest national competition for high school and college students, returned to reveal the Top 15 performers in both age groups. The Top 15 includes...
ICYMI: Next On Stage: Season 5- Meet the Top 15
by BWW News Desk - November 23, 2025
BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage, Broadway's biggest national competition for high school and college students, returned to reveal the Top 15 performers in both age groups. The Top 15 includes...
Voting Open for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Oklahoma Awards
by BWW Awards - November 21, 2025
Voting is now open for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Oklahoma Awards. The 2025 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
Watch: Next On Stage's High School & College Top 15 Revealed
by BWW News Desk - November 21, 2025
Who will make the Top 15 of BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage? You'lll have to tune in tonight, November 21 (High School: 7pm ET, College: 9pm ET), to find out!
Watch: Next On Stage's High School & College Top 15 Revealed
by BWW News Desk - November 21, 2025
Who will make the Top 15 of BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage? You'lll have to tune in tonight, November 21 (High School: 7pm ET, College: 9pm ET), to find out!
Tulsa Symphony Orchestra Will Perform SYMPHONY SESSION II: MOZART'S GRAN PARTITA
by BWW News Desk - November 20, 2025
Guest conductor, Mallory Thompson a highly respected conductor, educator, and lecturer will lead Tulsa Symphony Orchestra in their final Symphony Sessions series for Season XX with Ewazen’s three-movement piece.
Sam Harris Brings BEYOND THE RAINBOW to Tulsa PAC
by BWW News Desk - November 20, 2025
Sam Harris returns to his Oklahoma roots with his new show 'Beyond the Rainbow,' a nod to his legendary rendition of 'Somewhere Over the Rainbow' that put him on the map on 'Star Search' at age 22. 
A CHRISTMAS CAROL Returns to the Lyric Theatre in 2026
by BWW News Desk - November 10, 2025
Everyone’s favorite holiday tradition returns in Lyric’s 2026 edition of Charles Dickens’ magical tale. Featuring stunning new sets, costumes and a cast of beloved characters that will spark the holiday spirit in audiences of every age!

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Looped in Oklahoma Looped
Carpenter Square Theatre (5/22 - 6/7)
The Wiz in Oklahoma The Wiz
Chapman Music Hall - TPAC (5/5 - 5/10)
Serial Killers: with Dr. Scott Bonn in Oklahoma Serial Killers: with Dr. Scott Bonn
Stride Bank Center Grand Ball Room (5/16 - 5/16)
“THE MUSIC MAN” NATIONAL BROADWAY TOUR in Oklahoma “THE MUSIC MAN” NATIONAL BROADWAY TOUR
Broken Arrow Performing Arts Center (3/24 - 3/24)
Violet Sharp in Oklahoma Violet Sharp
Carpenter Square Theatre (4/10 - 4/26)
Sordid Lives in Oklahoma Sordid Lives
Carpenter Square Theatre (7/10 - 7/26)
Stardew Valley: Symphony Of Seasons at The Criterion in Oklahoma Stardew Valley: Symphony Of Seasons at The Criterion
The Criterion (2/5 - 2/5)
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