BWW Reviews: OKLAHOMA! Kicks off Torrance Theatre Company's 15th Anniversary Season in Great Style
by Shari Barrett - Aug 24, 2014
Torrance Theatre Company celebrates its 15th anniversary by saddling up at the James Armstrong Theatre and presenting OKLAHOMA! with music and lyrics by one of Broadway's most influential duos, Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein. Based on Lynn Riggs' stage play, Green Grow the Lilacs, OKLAHOMA! marked the duo's first collaboration and set the standard for modern musical theatre. Although not the first musical to tell a story of emotional depth and psychological complexity, OKLAHOMA! introduced a number of new storytelling elements and techniques including the use of song and dance to convey plot and character rather than act as a diversion from the story, and the firm integration of every song into the plot-line. And most important, they introduced a new element to musical theatre: social commentary.
Photo Flash: Serenbe Playhouse's Gritty OKLAHOMA! Opens Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jul 24, 2014
The benchmark American musical classic OKLAHOMA! gets the Serenbe Playhouse treatment in a a bold and fresh new telling opening July 24th as the largest Playhouse production to date! Scroll down for a first look at the cast!
Photo Flash: First Look at Point Park University's OKLAHOMA!, Opening Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Oct 18, 2013
Point Park University's Conservatory Theatre Company opens its 2013-2014 season with Rodgers and Hammerstein's beloved musical Oklahoma! directed by Broadway star Patrick Cassidy. Oklahoma! opens tonight, Oct. 18, and runs through Sunday, Oct. 27, in the Rockwell Theatre at the Pittsburgh Playhouse. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
Downtown Oklahoma City Hotel Hosts Winners of My American Dream Contest
by Robert Diamond - Sep 19, 2013
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK - The American dream can mean many things to many people, and for those who aren't currently residents, getting a taste of life in the United States usually means turning on the TV. But thanks to the US Consulate General of Hong Kong and Macau, one lucky person and a guest get to experience American life in the best way possible by actually living it.
Highest Bidders Play Roles in OKLAHOMA! for BCP Play-A-Part Fundraiser, Now thru 8/4
by BWW News Desk - Aug 2, 2013
The Buck Creek Players will wrap up their 39th season 'In the Spotlight' with their fifth biennial Play-A-Part Fundraiser of the hit musical, Oklahoma!, sponsored in part by The Friends of Sue Leavell. Quickly becoming a BCP audience favorite, the Play-A-Part Fundraisers separate themselves from the playhouse's traditional community theater productions in that all roles are 'won' through an online silent auction with no required auditions! Veteran musical theater performers join first-timers to give this classic musical a comedic twist much like The Carol Burnett Show. Oklahoma features music by Richard Rodgers, and book and lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II. Boasting one of Broadway's most memorable scores, including 'Oh What a Beautiful Mornin',' 'The Surrey With the Fringe on Top,' 'I Cain't Say No,' and the title tune, you can bet that this comedic take on the traditional classic musical will definitely bring a smile to your face.
Highest Bidders to Play Roles in OKLAHOMA! for BCP Play-A-Part Fundraiser, 8/2-4
by BWW News Desk - Jul 19, 2013
The Buck Creek Players will wrap up their 39th season 'In the Spotlight' with their fifth biennial Play-A-Part Fundraiser of the hit musical, Oklahoma!, sponsored in part by The Friends of Sue Leavell. Quickly becoming a BCP audience favorite, the Play-A-Part Fundraisers separate themselves from the playhouse's traditional community theater productions in that all roles are 'won' through an online silent auction with no required auditions! Veteran musical theater performers join first-timers to give this classic musical a comedic twist much like The Carol Burnett Show. Oklahoma features music by Richard Rodgers, and book and lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II. Boasting one of Broadway's most memorable scores, including 'Oh What a Beautiful Mornin',' 'The Surrey With the Fringe on Top,' 'I Cain't Say No,' and the title tune, you can bet that this comedic take on the traditional classic musical will definitely bring a smile to your face.
Photo Flash: First Look at Berkshire Theatre Group's OKLAHOMA!
by BWW News Desk - Jul 5, 2013
Berkshire Theatre Group presents Rodgers and Hammerstein's Oklahoma! at The Colonial Theatre in Pittsfield opening tomorrow, July 6 at 8pm. Previews began July 1 at 8pm and closing is on July 20 at 8pm. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
Toby Keith to Perform at Oklahoma Twister Relief Concert, 7/6
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 3, 2013
Fireman's Fund Insurance Company is pleased to participate in Toby Keith's Oklahoma Twister Relief Concert to be held Saturday, July 6 at the University of Oklahoma's Gaylord Family – Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman.
Downtown Oklahoma City Hotel Near Cox Convention Center Offers a Great Location
by Robert Diamond - Jul 2, 2013
This summer, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, will host a series of awesome events from exciting regattas on the Oklahoma River to free concerts in the Myriad Botanical Gardens. There's also white water rafting at Frontier City amusement park, shopping at high-end malls, and jet skiing, sailing, and swimming at several area lakes. Take advantage of the city's summer activities at the Renaissance Oklahoma City Convention Center, a stylish and comfortable hotel in downtown Oklahoma City.
Sierra Rep Stages OKLAHOMA! at Fallon House, Now thru 8/18
by BWW News Desk - Jun 28, 2013
Oklahoma! - Rodgers & Hammerstein's first masterpiece - sweeps onto the Fallon House stage this summer. Sierra Repertory Theatre presents an outstanding cast in this finely crafted classic, a celebration of the American spirit of courage, independence and feisty good fun. It plays at the Fallon House theatre in Columbia State Historic Park from today, June 28 through August 18.
Cox Convention Center Hotel Offers Access to Oklahoma City's Great Summer Events
by Robert Diamond - Jun 25, 2013
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK - This summer, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, will host a series of fun events from exciting regattas on the Oklahoma River to free concerts in the Myriad Botanical Gardens. Take advantage of the city's summer activities at the Renaissance Oklahoma City Convention Center, a stylish and comfortable hotel that's just steps from Oklahoma City's greatest attractions.
Sierra Rep to Stage OKLAHOMA! at Fallon House, 6/28-8/18
by BWW News Desk - Jun 14, 2013
Oklahoma! - Rodgers & Hammerstein's first masterpiece - sweeps onto the Fallon House stage this summer. Sierra Repertory Theatre presents an outstanding cast in this finely crafted classic, a celebration of the American spirit of courage, independence and feisty good fun. It plays at the Fallon House theatre in Columbia State Historic Park from June 28 through August 18.
DANCE UNITED Raises Funds for Oklahoma Tornado Relief Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jun 15, 2013
Four Central Oklahoma dance companies have joined forces to raise money for tornado relief efforts with a special gala performance at 8 p.m. tonight, June 15 in the newly renovated Hudson Performance Hall, 2801 N.W. 27th St.