In the wake of the pandemic, venues everywhere became uncharacteristically quiet. The live music industry was muted following a recommendation to avoid large social gatherings in mid-March. Postponed performances became indefinite if not canceled outright as the stark reality of COVID-19 emerged. An “optimistic” expectation of a poor concert season became a nightmare that could […]
Daniel Bokemper
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Holiday party
Christmas at The Elms Friday-Dec. 22 JRB Art at The Elms 2810 N. Walker Ave. jrbartgallery.com 405-528-6336 Free This December, JRB Art at The Elms commemorates the 15th year of one of Oklahoma City’s most illustrious holiday traditions, Christmas at The Elms. Opening during The Paseo Arts District’s First Friday Gallery Walk, the outing continues […]
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Orchestral transition
Trans-Siberian Orchestra’s The Ghosts of Christmas Eve 7:30 p.m. Dec. 5 Chesapeake Energy Arena 100 W. Reno Ave. chesapeakearena.com 405-602-8500 $41-$64.50 Trans-Siberian Orchestra returns to Chesapeake Energy Arena on Dec. 5 with a production of The Ghosts of Christmas Eve. The brainchild of the late composer and songwriter Paul O’Neill, the upcoming outing reflects nearly […]
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Historic hike
Mesta Park Holiday Home Tour 4-8 p.m. Saturday and 1-5 p.m. Sunday Mesta Park 604 NW 18th St. mestapark.org $12-$15 Mesta Park’s Holiday Home Tour returns for its 41st anniversary Saturday and Sunday. An ideal outing of the holiday season, the tour offers a seasonal stroll through one of Oklahoma City’s historic neighborhoods. The event […]
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Amplified knowledge
This year, the Academy of Contemporary Music at the University of Central Oklahoma celebrates its 10th anniversary. Built originally on a partnership with Academy of Contemporary Music in Guildford, England, the institution opened its Bricktown doors in 2009 to 160 students, a figure that would grow exponentially throughout the next decade. Curating a curriculum of […]
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Mastering magic
For Jonathan Meyer, a career in magic has always been in the cards. Performing illusions and card tricks for over three decades, the Oklahoma City-based magician’s craft has secured him hundreds of bookings each year and a brief appearance on America’s Got Talent. Capable of performing a set in nearly every conceivable scenario, Meyer’s art […]
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Raising voices
Vienna Boys Choir 7:30 p.m. Nov. 20 Armstrong Auditorium 14400 S. Bryant Road, Edmond armstrongauditorim.org 405-285-1010 $31-$71 One of the oldest collectives of touring musicians returns to Oklahoma as Vienna Boys Choir performs at Armstrong Auditorium in Edmond Nov. 20. With a history spanning over 500 years, the choir unites 9- to 14-year-old performers from […]
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Unbroken Hart
The Kevin Hart Irresponsible Tour 7 p.m. Nov. 3 Chesapeake Energy Arena 100 W. Reno Ave. chesapeakearena.com 405-602-8700 $35-$125 After dozens of arenas sold out months in advance, comedian Kevin Hart has opted to expand his Irresponsible Tour to Chesapeake Energy Arena on Nov. 3. Quickly proving to be one of his most prolific outings […]
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Walk on
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk 8 a.m. Saturday Wheeler District 1701 S. Western Ave. main.acsevents.org 405-841-5832 Free On Oct. 27, American Cancer Society takes another step forward with its Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk in Oklahoma City. Founded over 100 years ago, the society has sought to address misconceptions while shining light on […]
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Pride premiere
Edmond Pride 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Oct. 20 Hafer Park 1034 S. Bryant Ave., Edmond facebook.com/lgbtqiafsa 405-974-2450 Free Oct. 20, Hafer Park plays host to Edmond’s first-ever LGBTQ Pride festival. Edmond Pride, an event orchestrated by University of Central Oklahoma’s LGBTQIA+ Faculty Staff Association (FSA) and the Student Alliance for Equality (SAFE), promises activities, performances and […]