Fans of the arts — and of the biblical parody — say a conservative Christian group is targeting the play and threatening to have the producers and actors arrested on opening night. “This is a tongue-in-cheek look at ‘Adam and Steve’ in the Garden of Eden,” said J.D. Bergner, a concerned member of the theater […]
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BREAKING: Protest, vigil planned for ‘Fabulous’ production opening
Fans of the arts — and of the Biblical parody — say a conservative Christian group is targeting the play and threatening to have the producers and actors arrested on opening night. “This is a tongue-in-cheek look at ‘Adam and Steve’ in the Garden of Eden,” said J.D. Bergner, a concerned member of the theater community. “The […]
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Southern comfort
A critically acclaimed new film is headed to Oklahoma City, tackling sensitive topics as religion, homosexuality and suicide. In spite of the somber tone, Southern Baptist Sissies is billed as a dark comedy, and writer-producer Del Shores said Oklahoma is one of the states that needs to see the film the most. “After talking to […]
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Informed and engaged
Lori Dickinson and Constance Lori Dickinson is entering her fifth year as the foundation’s president. Her passion and enthusiasm is apparent as she talks animatedly about the district and its kids. “So many of our children do not know what the statistics say about their future,” Dickinson said. “They dream, they play, they learn. I […]
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Tough mothers
Nationally, Moms Demand Action has more than 100,000 members, with 90 chapters in 40 states. In Oklahoma, organizers say it is gaining more members every day. “We have been pleasantly surprised by the support we have received,” said Sabine Brown, a founder of the state chapter. “I think a lot of people have been afraid […]
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News to clues
For nine weeks, 13 amateur sleuths from across the country will use techniques of crime-scene investigation to uncover evidence in a staged murder. They must solve a new crime each week to advance; if they don’t, they’re out. It all leads to a season finale in which the killer among them is unmasked and someone […]
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Disc connect
“Last year, we had more than 100 players spread out among six teams,” said league board member Keeahna Munoz. “We hope to keep growing the sport in Oklahoma City, and our goal is to hit 160 players this year. Honestly, the more, the merrier.” Ultimate Frisbee is played on a field about half the size […]
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Get on the bus
Saturday’s Beautification Station 2013 is a chance to sit back and take a leisurely cruise through nine of Oklahoma City’s oldest and best-loved neighborhoods. “We have some beautiful neighborhoods we will be visiting,” said Jennifer Meckling, Neighborhood Alliance programs coordinator. “The tour will give attendees a chance to hear from residents in these areas about […]
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Running for Chris
See Spot Run He was an avid athlete who excelled at wrestling. In fact, nearly everything Chris Cowden did was fitness-related. He loved to lift weights, snowboard, run — anything that involved pushing himself to be his best. Chris was one of those rare, charismatic people who made everyone feel as if they were his […]
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Spinning top
Not so long ago, however, the spot at 5900 Mosteller Drive was filled with the sound of clinking wine glasses, conversation and soft music. But the once-grand revolving restaurant originally known as the Chandelle Club appears poised to return to life. Kevin George, whose other endeavors include the Interurban restaurant chain, plans to renovate the […]