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Opened: March 31, 1943

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Green Grow the Lilacs. Play by Lynn Riggs.

On a farm in frontier Oklahoma, Laurey and Curley are obviously in love but conceal their feelings from each other by fighting. At a box social, their feelings become more complicated as another expresses interest in Laurey.

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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!

Patrick Cassidy Directs Point Park's OKLAHOMA!, Opening Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Oct 18, 2013


Broadway star Patrick Cassidy will direct Oklahoma! for Point Park University's Conservatory Theatre Company in October.

LEGALLY BLONDE, OKLAHOMA! & More Set for Covina Center for the Performing Arts' 2014 Season
by Arielle Ozery - Sep 25, 2013


A FULL year of entertainment including 5 Main Stage Shows: In My Life, Odd Couple Female Version, YPI Oklahoma!, Legally Blonde the Musical and Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. 11 concert TRIBUTES; Elvis, The Beach Boys, Johnny Cash, Santana, Bruce Springsteen, Roy Orbison, Bob Seger, Stevie Nicks & Fleetwood Mac, Platinum Country, The Beatles & Rolling Stones! 3 Special Events, the Magic of John Gabriel, The Murder Mystery Dinner and YPI presents Disney's the Little Mermaid. You will also enjoy Coffee and Dessert after each show (excluding Murder Mystery)

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.

OKLAHOMA! to Play PACE Mainstage, Begin. 7/26
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 24, 2013


OKLAHOMA! one of Rodgers and Hammerstein's best musicals, comes to the PACE Mainstage on July 26-28 and August 2-4. This rousing story about the American West features favorites like Oh What a Beautiful Morning, The Surrey with the Fringe on Top, and People Will Say We're In Love.

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.

Downtown Oklahoma City Convention Center Hotel Offering Features for Weddings, Reunions, Fundraisers, Galas and More
by Robert Diamond - Jun 20, 2013


The Renaissance Oklahoma City Convention Center Hotel is the best event venue in town. With several large halls and multiple meeting spaces, it's perfect for weddings, reunions, fundraisers, or gala events, as well as rehearsal dinners and other affairs.

Patrick Cassidy to Direct Point Park's OKLAHOMA!, Opening Oct. 18
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 18, 2013


Broadway star Patrick Cassidy will direct Oklahoma! for Point Park University's Conservatory Theatre Company in October.

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.

DANCE UNITED to Raise Funds for Oklahoma Tornado Relief, 6/15
by BWW News Desk - Jun 12, 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. on Saturday, June 15 in the newly renovated Hudson Performance Hall, 2801 N.W. 27th St.

Becca Tobin, Derek Klena & More Set for Oklahoma Relief Benefit NY4OK, 6/17
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 12, 2013


NY4OK: A one night only, star-studded benefit concert to raise funds for the public school arts programs devastated by the recent tornadoes in Oklahoma will take place on June 17th at 9:30pm at le Poisson Rouge (158 Bleeker Street). Stars of Broadway, Film, TV, and Popular Music will bring New York together in a night of live music with a silent auction and raffle prizes. All proceeds will go to rebuilding the Oklahoma school arts programs devastated by the May tornadoes.

Oklahoma Music Star Tobi Gordon Helps Victims of Oklahoma Tragedy
by Conor Sheeran - Jun 3, 2013


Oklahoma star of Contemporary Christian music Tobi Gordon joins the clean up efforts in Oklahoma as 13,000 homes are destroyed, 24 people die in the city of Moore, Oklahoma, while Oklahoma is literally crushed into the ground, with death, destruction and damage everywhere.

Discovery Channel Premieres 'Mile Wide Tornado: Oklahoma Disaster' Tonight
by TV News Desk - Jun 2, 2013


Discovery Channel examines the May 20th tornado tragedy near Oklahoma City and Moore, Oklahoma through the eyes of the people who survived this unprecedented event with “MILE WIDE TORNADO: OKLAHOMA DISASTER” (WT).

VIDEO: Blake Shelton, Usher Duet at Oklahoma Benefit Concert
by Caryn Robbins - May 30, 2013


Oklahoma native Blake Shelton organized a relief benefit concert for the victims of the Oklahoma tornado disaster. At the event, Shelton and his 'Voice' co-star Usher sang a moving duet to help the people in the tornado-ravaged state. Check out the performance below!

Discovery Channel to Premiere 'Mile Wide Tornado: Oklahoma Disaster', 6/2
by Conor Sheeran - May 29, 2013


Discovery Channel examines the May 20th tornado tragedy near Oklahoma City and Moore, Oklahoma through the eyes of the people who survived this unprecedented event with “MILE WIDE TORNADO: OKLAHOMA DISASTER” (WT).

Kristin Chenoweth's Maddie's Corner Charity Raises Funds for Oklahoma Tornado Relief
by Nicole Rosky - May 22, 2013


Oklahoma native Kristin Chenoweth is working to give back to her home state after the recent devastation from Monday's tonado. Maddie's Corner, a charity founded by Chenoweth, made T-shirts to help raise money for Oklahoma to get animals and people the care they need. Click here to buy a T-shirt and help the cause!

Oklahoma Stars React to Storm Tragedy
by Conor Sheeran - May 22, 2013


Billboard Magazine interviewed numerous stars from Oklahoma and gathered their reaction to the tragedy that has unfolded there. Toby Keith maintains his hometown, Moore Oklahoma, will bounce back following this unbelievable ordeal.

ABC Announces Oklahoma Tornado Special Coverage
by Tyler Peterson - May 21, 2013


ABC News continues to provide comprehensive coverage from Oklahoma, where a mammoth tornado carved a trail of destruction through the Oklahoma City metropolitan area. ABC News has a team of correspondents and anchors reporting from the scene for all broadcasts and platforms, including ABC News Anchor David Muir, ABC News Weather Editor Sam Champion, Meteorologist Ginger Zee, Chief National Correspondent Byron Pitts, Mike Boettcher, Cecilia Vega and Alex Perez. Boettcher has covered tornadoes in the Oklahoma area in the past; in May 1999 he reported on the historic EF-5 tornado that killed 42 people in the Oklahoma City area.

NBC, MSNBC Announce Oklahoma Tornado Special Coverage
by Tyler Peterson - May 21, 2013


NBC News and MSNBC will continue to provide extensive coverage of the devastation in Moore, Oklahoma after a deadly tornado ripped through the city on Monday afternoon.

Oklahoma City Ballet Presents SWAN LAKE, Now thru 4/21
by BWW News Desk - Apr 19, 2013


For the first time in its 41-year history, the Oklahoma City Ballet will present a full-length production of Swan Lake, widely considered among the most technically and emotionally challenging classical ballets of all time.

Other Productions of Oklahoma!

1943   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1943   US Tour 1st National Tour
US Tour
1947   West End London Production
West End
1951   Broadway Return Engagement [Broadway]
Broadway
1951   US Tour National Tour
US Tour
1952   US Tour National Tour
US Tour
1953   Broadway Off-Broadway Revival
Broadway
1958   Off-Broadway City Center Revival
Off-Broadway
1963   Off-Broadway City Center Revival
Off-Broadway
1965   Off-Broadway City Center Revival
Off-Broadway
1969   Broadway Lincoln Center Revival
Broadway
1979   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
1980   West End London Revival
West End
1992   Milburn, NJ (Regional) Paper Mill Production
Milburn, NJ (Regional)
1998   West End Royal National Theatre Production
West End
2002   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
2015   St. Louis, MO (Regional) The Muny 2015 Production
St. Louis, MO (Regional)
2018   Off-Broadway St. Ann's Warehouse Production
Off-Broadway
2019   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
2020   US Tour Broadway Revival tour
US Tour
2023   West End
West End

Oklahoma! - 1943 Broadway Awards and Nominations

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Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1980 Olivier Awards Most Promising Newcomer of the Year in Theatre Alfred Molina
1947 Theatre World Awards Performance Dorothea MacFarland

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