Weekend Warmup for Nov. 6-8, 2009
Rodney Atkins
Here is a list of events happening this weekend (Nov. 6-8) around Oklahoma. For more information, go to www.wimgo.com.
- NORMAN – Catch country star Rodney Atkins at 8 tonight at Riverwind Casino, 1544 W State Highway 9. Information: www.riverwind.com.
- SHAWNEE — Hear “American Idol” David Cook, who has Tulsa ties, at 7 tonight at Firelake Grand Casino, 777 Grand Casino Blvd. Information: 964-7263 or www.firelakegrand.com.
- Take in art, food and music at the sixth annual Girlie Show from 8 to midnight tonight and noon to 5 p.m. Saturday at Farmers Public Market, 311 S Klein. Information: www.thegirlieshow.net.
Classical Mystery Tour
- Watch the Oklahoma City Philharmonic perform with Beatles tribute band Classical Mystery Tour at 8 tonight and Saturday at Civic Center Music Hall, 201 N Walker. Information: 842-5387 or www.okcphilharmonic.org.
- TULSA and THACKERVILLE — Listen to country star Alan Jackson and up-and-coming band Gloriana at 7:30 p.m. Saturday at the BOK Center, 200 S Denver. Information: (866) 726-5287 or www.bokcenter.com. Or catch Jackson in concert at 9 tonight at WinStar World Casino in Thackerville. Information: www.winstarworldcasino.com.
- See new art – from small works exhibits to a container show – during the monthly Paseo Gallery Walk in the Paseo Arts District. Hours are 6 to 10 tonight and noon to 5 p.m. Saturday. Information: 525-2688 or www.thepaseo.com.
- Hear Chevelle with Halestorm and After Midnight Project at 7 p.m. Saturday at the Diamond Ballroom, 8001 S Eastern Ave. Information: www.diamondballroom.net.
Billie Letts
- SHAWNEE - Hear Tulsa author Billie Letts (”Where the Heart Is”) give the keynote address at the 2009 Red Dirt Book Festival on today and Saturday. Letts will speak at 11 a.m. Saturday in the Raley Chapel at Oklahoma Baptist University. Multiple writing workshops, special programs and panel discussions with authors and editors will be included in the two-day book festival that’s sponsored by Pioneer Library System. The festival opens at 9 a.m. today. Letts and other featured authors will close out the festival with a book signing at 2 p.m. Saturday in the Geiger Center on OBU’s campus. To register for the free festival (which is required) or get more information, go to www.reddirtbookfestival.org.
- Listen to Billy Joe Winghead, Bloody Ol’ Mule, the Starkweather Boys and more from noon Saturday to 2 a.m. Sunday at “Drumming for Derek,” a benefit for Oklahoma City drummer Derek Dugger, who has brain cancer. The event will be at 66 Bowl, 3810 NW 39 Expressway. Information: 946-3966.
- MIAMI – Catch the Casey Donahew Band in concert at 7 tonight at Buffalo Run Casino. Information: www.buffalorun.com.
“Frankenstein”
- Watch Oklahoma Children’s Theatre and TheatreOCU’s production of “Frankenstein” at 11 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. today, 2 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday in Oklahoma City University’s Burg Theatre, 2501 N Blackwelder. The production is recommended for middle school and high school students. Information: www.oklahomachildrenstheatre.org.
- TULSA – Hear Rob Zombie with Nekromantix and Captain Clegg and the Night Creatures at 6:30 p.m. Sunday at the Brady Theater, 105 W Brady Street. Information: www.bradytheater.com.
- See a Tribute to Woody Guthrie at 7 p.m. Sunday at the Blue Door, 2805 N McKinley. Also, hear Don Conoscenti at 9 tonight and John Fullbright at 9 p.m. Saturday at the Blue Door. Information: www.bluedoorokc.com.
- Watch Red Dirt Improv perform “Music, Mayhem, and Mamet” starting at 7 tonight at IAO Gallery, 706 W Sheridan. Information: www.reddirtimprov.com.
-BAM
UPDATED: Weekend Warmup for Oct. 30-Nov. 1, 2009
Will Hoge
Here is a list of non-Halloween events going on this weekend (Oct. 30-Nov. 1) throughout Oklahoma. I posted my massive round-up of Halloween happenings earlier today on the blog. For more events, go to www.wimgo.com.
- Listen to singer/songwriter/musician Will Hoge at 10 tonight at the Wormy Dog Saloon, 311 E Sheridan. Or hear Mike McClure Band and Turnpike Troubadours at 8 p.m. Saturday at the Wormy Dog. Information: 601-6276 or www.wormydog.com.
- Watch Oklahoma City’s Red Dirt Rebellion Rollergirls take on the Amarillo, Texas-based Route 66 Rollergirls in a banked-track roller derby bout at 8 tonight at the Cox Convention Center in downtown. Doors open at 7 p.m. Information: www.reddirtrebellion.com.
- See Red Dirt Improv engage other local improve troupes in a free jam session at 8 tonight at IAO Gallery, 706 W Sheridan. The performance is free but donations will be taken for IAO. Information: www.reddirtimprov.com.
- NORMAN — Hear country artist Tracy Lawrence at 8 p.m. Saturday at Riverwind Casino, 1544 W State Highway 9. Information: 322-6464 or www.riverwind.com.
- NORMAN — View Oklahoma artist Deborah Kaspari’s paintings and sketches in the exhibit “Drawing the Motmot: An Artist’s View of Tropical Nature” at the Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History, 2401 Chautauqua Ave. Information: 325-4712 or www.snomnh.ou.edu.
- NORMAN – Listen to the Hosty Duo at 10 p.m. Saturday at The Deli, 309 White Street. Information: www.thedeli.us.
Jack Ingram
- THACKERVILLE – Hear Jack Ingram at 8 p.m. Saturday at WinStar World Casino. Information: www.winstarworldcasino.com.
- See Carpenter Square Theatre’s production of “Murderers” at 8 p.m. today and Saturday at Stage Center, 400 W Sheridan. Performances continue through Nov. 7. Information: www.carpentersquare.com.
- NORMAN – Hear Oklahoma City singer/pianist Marcy Priest from 3 to 6 p.m. Saturday at Othello’s Italian Restaurant, 434 Buchanan Ave. Information: 503-7902 or www.marcypriest.com. UPDATED: The time of this show has been changed to 3 to 6 p.m. Saturday because of the Oklahoma-Kansas State football game.
Colourmusic
- STILLWATER – Catch Colourmusic with BrotherBear and Gentleman Auction House at 10 p.m. Saturday at The Vault Venue, 716 S Main. Information: www.myspace.com/vaultvenue.
- MIAMI – Hear Jackson Taylor at 7 tonight at Buffalo Run Casino. Information: www.buffalorun.com.
- Listen to Texas bluesman Paul Geremia at 9 tonight at the Blue Door, 2805 N McKinley. Information: www.bluedoorokc.com.
- BAM
Halloween events throughout Oklahoma offer tricks and treats
Dressed in a pink costume, Autumn Hibbert, 16 months, makes her way through the Oklahoma City Zoo’s walkways during last year’s Haunt the Zoo. (Photo By John Clanton, The Oklahoman Archives)
A version of this story appears in Friday’s Weekend Look section of The Oklahoman.
Scare up Halloween fun with these horrid Oklahoma happenings
From enchanted trick-or-treat trails to horrifying haunted houses, Halloween spawns an almost supernatural array of events across the state this weekend.
The 25th annual Bricktown Haunted Warehouse, the twisted masquerade ball Psychopomp and a ballet rendition of the Headless Horseman’s tale are just a few of the horrid highlights. For more events, go to www.wimgo.com.
HallOPOLIS, Norman: Hear Rainbows are Free, JP Inc., Crocodile and Shi- -y/Awesome at 9 tonight and Evangelicals, JP Inc. and GentleGhost at 9 p.m. Saturday at The Opolis, 113 N Crawford. Information: www.starlightmints.com/opolis.html.
Bricktown Haunted Warehouse and Haunted Dungeon Dark Ride in 3-D: Celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Haunted Warehouse, 101 E California Ave., opening at 7 p.m. today and Saturday. Information: 236-4143 or www.bricktownokc.com.
Frontier City’s Fright Fest
Frontier City’s Fright Fest: Brave a haunted asylum or take your tot through BooVille at from 6 to 11 p.m. today and noon to 11 p.m. Saturday at Frontier City, 11501 N I-35 Service Road. Information: 478-2140 or www.frontiercity.com.
Oklahoma City Ballet’s “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow”: See the dance company’s retelling of Washington Irving’s classic spooky story at 7 tonight and 2 and 7 p.m. Saturday at the Civic Center, 201 N Walker. Information: 848-8637 or www.okcballet.com.
Psychopomp: Seven Gates of Hell: Check out seven theme stages, a huge dance floor and costume contest at 9 p.m. Saturday at the Oklahoma City Farmers Public Market, 311 S Klein Ave. Information: www.rampageartist.com.
Lyric Theatre’s “Sweeney Todd”
Lyric Theatre’s “Sweeney Todd”: Watch Lyric’s staging of the Stephen Sondheim favorite at 8 tonight, 2 and 8 p.m. Saturday and 3 p.m. Sunday at Lyric at the Plaza, 1725 NW 16. Information: 524-9312 or www.lyrictheatreokc.com.
“The Rocky Horror Picture Show,” Norman: Watch the cult classic shown with a live cast at 10 p.m. Saturday at the Sooner Theatre, 101 E Main. Information: 818-7238.
Haunt the Zoo for Halloween: Take in shining jack-o-lanterns and eco-friendly candy from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. today and Saturday at the Oklahoma City Zoo, 2101 NE 50. Information: 424-3344 or www.okczoo.com.
HallowZOOeen, Tulsa: Tour the Tulsa Zoo, 6421 E 36 Street N, with your treat-or-treaters from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. today and Saturday. Information: (918) 669-6600 or www.tulsazoo.org.
Oklahoma City Theatre Company’s “Eurydice”
Oklahoma City Theatre Company’s “Eurydice”: Make a trip to the Underworld with the company’s staging of the Greek myth at 8 p.m. today and Saturday at the Civic Center, 201 N Walker. Information: 812-7737 or www.okctheatrecompany.org.
Fuego Friday: Halloween Iron Pour and OU Student Costume Contest, Norman: See University of Oklahoma students cast molten iron, show off their costumes and unveil a new artwork at 5:30 p.m. today outside of the Fred Jones Art Center, 520 Parrington Oval. Information: 325-2691 or http://art.ou.edu.
Sonic Spooky Saturday, Norman: Get free admission, courtesy of Sonic, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday at the Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History, 2401 Chautauqua Ave. Information: 325-4712 or www.snomnh.ou.edu.
Oklahoma City Museum of Art’s fright films: Watch “I Sell the Dead” at 5:30 and 8 p.m. today and Saturday and the double-feature “Frankenstein” and “The Invisible Man” at 2 p.m. Sunday at the museum, 415 Couch Drive. Information: 236-3100 or www.okcmoa.com/film.
Trail of Terror, El Reno: Get spooked along the trail or in the new Haunted Barn from 6:30 to 11 p.m. today and Saturday at 2701 W 10. Information: www.trailofterror.org.
35th Annual Freakers Ball, Tulsa: Participate in a costume contest and hear Pitbulls on Crack, Billy Joe Winghead and more at 7 p.m. Saturday at Cain’s Ballroom, 423 N Main. Information: (918) 584-2306 or www.cainsballroom.com.
Haunted Castle Halloween Festival, Muskogee: Find thrills for the whole family from 6 to 10 p.m. today and Saturday inside and outside the Castle of Muskogee, 3400 Fern Mountain Rd. Information: (800) 439-0658 or www.okcastle.com.
Scream Country Haunted Forest, Drumright: Take in three fearsome attractions from 7:30 to 11 p.m. today and Saturday at 15853 W 101 Street S. Information: (918) 607-3327 or www.screamcountry.com.
HallowMarine, Jenks: Celebrate the season with trick-or-treating, pirates and mermaids from 6:30 to 9 p.m. today and Saturday at the Oklahoma Aquarium, Information: (918) 296-3474 or www.okaquarium.org.
The Hex House, Tulsa: Explore more than 20,000 square feet of horrors at 7:30 p.m. today and Saturday at the southeast corner of 71 and Memorial. Information: www.thehexhouse.com.
Terror on 10th Street Haunted House: Get spooked from 7 to 11 p.m. today-Sunday during a guided tour telling the ghostly history of the actual house at 2005 NW 10. Information: 232-1816.
Families enter Arcadia Lake’s Storybook Forest in 2008. (Photo by Doug Hoke/The Oklahoman Archives)
Arcadia Lake’s Storybook Forest, Edmond: Families can take a hayride, roast marshmallows and collect goodies from storybook characters from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. today and Saturday at Spring Creek Park. Information: www.edmondok.com.
“Frankenstein”: See Oklahoma Children’s Theatre and Theatre OCU’s adaptation of Mary Shelley’s classic novel at 11 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. today, 7:30 p.m. Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday at Oklahoma City University’s Burg Theatre, 2501 N Blackwelder Ave. The play is recommended for children older than 12 years of age. Information: 951-0011 or www.oklahomachildrenstheatre.org.
Oklahoma City University’s “Bat Boy: The Musical”: Watch OCU stage the musical based on a tabloid tale at 10:30 tonight, 3 and 10:30 p.m. Saturday and 8 p.m. Sunday at OCU’s Burg Theatre, 2501 N Blackwelder. Information: 208-5227 or www.okcu.edu.
“A Ghostly Affair”: Hear indie duo Mont Lyons play a pre-Halloween show at 8 tonight at the Sauced Annex, 2912 Paseo. Information: 521-9801 or www.yoursauced.com.
-BAM
Weekend Warmup for Oct. 23-25, 2009
Bob Dylan (Associated Press photo)
Here is a list of events happening around Oklahoma this weekend (Oct. 23-25, 2009). For more events, go to www.wimgo.com.
- TULSA — Hear legendary singer-songwriter Bob Dylan at 7 p.m. Saturday at the Brady Theater, 105 W Brady Street. Information: (918) 582-7239 or www.bradytheater.com.
- Browse a vast array of antiques, collectibles, clothing and more at “An Affair of the Heart.” The arts and crafts show will be from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. today and Saturday and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday in seven buildings at State Fair Park, NW 10 and May. Information: (800) 755-5488 or www.aaoth.com.
- Hear Roger Clyne & The Peacemakers at 8 tonight at the Wormy Dog Saloon, 311 E Sheridan. Or listen to Jackson Taylor with Back Porch Mary at 8 p.m. Saturday at the Wormy Dog. Information: www.wormydog.com.
Emily Skinner (Mrs. Lovett) and Jeff McCarthy ( Sweeney Todd) head the cast of the Lyric at the Plaza production of “ Sweeney Todd.” (Photo by Wendy Mutz)
- Watch Lyric Theatre open its 2009-10 season with “Sweeney Todd” at 8 tonight, 2 and 8 p.m. Saturday and 3 p.m. Sunday at Lyric at the Plaza, 1725 NW 16. Information: 524-9312 or www.lyrictheatreokc.com.
- Listen to … And You Will Know Us By The Trail Of Dead with Future Of The Left and Callupsie at 8 tonight at The Conservatory, 8911 N Western. Information: Information: www.conservatoryokc.com.
- NORMAN — Venture into the world of Sasquatch when forensic artist Harvey Pratt participates in a lecture, book signing and art exhibit opening reception titled “They Walk Among Us — Bigfoot: Bewitched and Bedeviled” from 7 to 10 tonight at Tribes 131 Gallery, 131 24 Ave. NW. Information: 329-4442.
- MIAMI – Hear Jack Ingram at 7 tonight at Buffalo Run Casino. Information: www.buffalorun.com.
Alfonso Martin and Karina Gonzalez head the cast of the Tulsa Ballet production of “ Dracula.”
- See the Tulsa Ballet’s performances of “Dracula” at 7 p.m. Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday at the Civic Center, 201 N Walker. Information: (918) 749-6030 or www.tulsaballet.com.
- Listen to Built to Spill with Dinosaur Jr. and Lou Barlow & the Missing Men at 6:30 p.m. Sunday at the Diamond Ballroom, 8001 S Eastern Ave. Information: www.diamondballroom.net.
- Celebrate Halloween with “light not fright” at the annual Magic Lantern Celebration from 3 to 7 p.m. Sunday in the Paseo Arts District, between NW 28 and Walker and NW 30 and Dewey. The family event includes costume making, a costume parade, live music and dancing. It is free but donations will be accepted. Information: 525-2688 or www.thepaseo.com.
Hundreds of torch-bearing skeletons walk in the 2008 “Ghouls Gone Wild” Halloween parade in downtown Oklahoma City. (Photo by Jaconna Aguirre/The Oklahoman Archives)
- See The Flaming Lips’ “March of 1,000 Skeletons” and other spooky spectres in the third annual “Ghouls Gone Wild” Halloween parade, which will begin at 7 p.m. Saturday in downtown. After the parade, Stardeath and White Dwarfs will perform a free outdoor show at about 9:30 p.m. across the street from TAP Architecture, 415 N Broadway Ave. Information: www.ghoulsgonewildokc.com.
- TULSA – Catch Drive-By Truckers with James McMurtry in concert at 7 p.m. Sunday at Cain’s Ballroom, 423 N Main. Or hear Mute Math with Tall as Lions at 7 p.m. Saturday at Cain’s. (Mute Math and Tall as Lions will play the Diamond Ballroom in OKC on Tuesday as well.) Information: www.cainsballroom.com.
- EL RENO - Hear Stone Temple Pilots at 7:30 p.m. Sunday at Lucky Star Casino Concho, 7777 N Highway 81, El Reno. Information: www.luckystarcasino.org.
- Take in ’50s-inspired music and fashion at the “Rockabilly Weekend,” which begins tonight at the Oklahoma History Center, 2401 N Laird Ave., as part of an ongoing series of events recognizing the state’s rock ‘n’ roll roots. Doors open at 7 tonight. Performances will begin with The Beltline and then the Stark Weather Boys, who also will perform with headliner Clyde Stacy. A ’50s fashion show will be presented by The Velvet Monkey Salon. At 10 a.m. Saturday, a classic car show will take place outdoors, and games for children such as hula hoops, jump rope and bubble-blowing will be offered inside. People who want to register a car can call the center and get a free ticket for tonight’s concert. Information: 522-0780.
-BAM
Weekend Warmup for Oct. 16-19, 2009
Photographers Robert Henry and Dirk Hooper collaborated on this art piece included in the exhibit “Out of Sight” at IAO Gallery.
Here is a list of Oklahoma activities happening this weekend (Oct. 16-18). For more events, go to www.wimgo.com.
- Feel and see the artwork in “Out of Sight,” an exhibit designed to be appealing to visually impaired and sighted art lovers alike. The exhibit opens with a reception from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday at IAO Gallery, 706 W Sheridan. Information: 232-6060 or www.iaogallery.org.
- NORMAN — Hear Unmarked Cars and Rainbows are Free at 10 p.m. Saturday at The Deli, 309 White Street. Information: www.thedeli.us.
- MOORE — Watch Yellow Rose Dinner Theater perform the musical show “Motown Gold: A 50-Year Tribute to Motown’s Greatest Hits” at 7:30 p.m. today and Saturday at the theater, 1005 SW 4. Dinner will be at 6:30 p.m.; the pre-show at 7 p.m. Information: 793-7779 or www.yellowrosetheater.org.
U2 (Associated Press photo)
- NORMAN – Hear U2 and Black Eyed Peas at 7 p.m. Sunday at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium on the University of Oklahoma campus. Information: www.gotickets.com.
- Listen to Red City Radio and Jack Fowler at 10 p.m. Saturday at VZD’s, 4200 N Western. Information: 524-4203 or www.vzds.com.
- Share “Spooky Stories” when OKC StorySlam and Istvan Gallery present their monthly story slam tonight at the gallery, 1218 N Western. Registration starts at 7; storytelling at 7:30. Information: 831-2874 or okcstoryslam@yahoo.com.
The Oklahoma City Repertory Theatre kicks off its 2009-10 season tonight with a production of “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee.” Heading the cast are, from left, front row: Haley Jane Pierce, Matthew Bergman and Erin Clemons; back row: Terren Wooten Clarke, Renee Anderson and Michael Jones. (Photo by Wendy Mutz)
- See Oklahoma City Repertory Theatre’s production of “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” at 8 tonight, 4 and 8 p.m. Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday at the Civic Center, 200 N Walker. Performances continue through Oct. 25. Information: www.cityrep.com.
- MIAMI – Hear Junior Brown at 7 tonight at Buffalo Run Casino. Information: www.buffalorun.com.
- See Carpenter Square Theatre’s opening performance of the comedy “Murderers” at 8 tonight and Saturday at Stage Center, 400 W Sheridan. Performances continue through Nov. 7. Information: www.carpentersquare.com.
- Watch Reduxion Theatre Company’s staging of the Greek tragedy “Antigone” at 8 tonight and Saturday at City Arts Center, State Fair Park. Performances continue through Oct. 24. Information: www.reduxiontheatre.com.
- Catch the last two performances of Ghostlight Theatre Club’s production of “Fat Pig” at 8 tonight and Saturday at 3110 N Walker. Information: www.ghostlightokc.com.
- THACKERVILLE – Hear Texas singer-songwriter Robert Earl Keen at 9 tonight at WinStar World Casino. Or listen to Charley Pride at the casino at 8 p.m. Saturday. Information: www.winstarworldcasino.com.
- Celebrate the opening of the new exhibit “Arte en la Charrería: The Artisanship of Mexican Equestrian Culture” with a Museum Fiesta! from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, 1700 NE 63. The event will include a mariachi band, Mexican folk dancers, guided exhibit tours, children’s activities and more. Information: www.nationalcowboymuseum.org.
-BAM
Weekend Warmup for Oct. 9-11, 2009
Kevin Welch
Here is a list of events happening in Oklahoma this weekend (Oct. 9-11). For more events, go to www.wimgo.com.
- Hear singer-songwriter Kevin Welch at 9 tonight at the Blue Door, 2805 N McKinley. Information: Information: 524-0738 or www.bluedoorokc.com.
- Shop for gourmet foods, clothing, gifts and more at the Junior League of Oklahoma City’s annual Mistletoe Market at the Travel and Transportation Building at State Fair Park. Hours are 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. today, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. Information: 843-5668 or www.jloc.org.
- Check out the Student Film CD release show featuring The Pretty Black Chains, Mayola and Cameron Buchholtz at 8 p.m. Saturday at VZD’s, 4200 N Western. Information: 524-4203 or www.vzds.com.
“The Wizard of Oz”
- See a free screening of the classic movie “Wizard of Oz” at 7:30 p.m. Sunday in the activity plaza at Myriad Botanical Gardens in downtown. The film concludes this season of the Myriad Gardens Foundation’s Screen on the Green film series. Information: 297-3995 or www.myriadgardens.com.
- Watch Ghostlight Theatre Club staging of Neil LaBute’s “Fat Pig” at 8 p.m. today and Saturday at the club’s Paseo theater space, 3110 N Walker Ave., Suite A. Information: 286-9412 or www.ghostlightokc.com.
- View the new special exhibit “The Dutch Italianates: 17th-century Masterpieces from Dulwich Picture Gallery, London” at the Oklahoma City Museum of Art, 415 Couch Drive. Information: www.okcmoa.com. (See my feature on the exhibit Friday.)
Joss Stone (Associated Press photo)
- TULSA – Hear Grammy winner Joss Stone at 9 p.m. Saturday at the BOK Center, 200 S Denver. The concert will cap the inaugural River Rush event celebrating Tulsa’s River Parks. Information: www.bokcenter.com.
- See Reduxion Theatre Company’s production of the Greek tragedy “Antigone” at 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday at City Arts Center, 300 General Pershing Blvd., Oklahoma State Fair Park. Performances continue Thursdays-Saturdays through Oct. 24. Information: www.reduxiontheatre.com.
- Laugh along and take some Oklahoma-Texas rivalry when Oklahoma City’s Red Dirt Improv engages Texas rival ComedySportz Austin in comedic battles at 7 and 9 p.m. Saturday at IAO Gallery, 706 W Sheridan. Information: www.reddirtimprov.com.
Reckless Kelly
- Hear Reckless Kelly at 11 p.m. Saturday at the Wormy Dog Saloon, 311 E Sheridan. Information: www.wormydog.com. The band also will play at 8 p.m. Friday at Buffalo Run Casino in Miami. Information: www.buffalorun.com.
- THACKERVILLE – Listen to country singer Clay Walker at 8 p.m. Saturday at WinStar World Casino. Information: www.winstarworldcasino.com.
- Take in “Radiant Music” when the Oklahoma City Philharmonic and violinist Corey Cerovsek perform at 8 p.m. Saturday at the Civic Center, 201 N Walker. Also, the Philharmonic will play a family concert titled “Something Spooky at the Symphony” at 2 p.m. Sunday at the Civic Center. Information: www.okcphilharmonic.com.
Creed
- TULSA – Hear the reunited Creed with Staind at 7:30 p.m. Friday at the BOK Center, 200 S Denver. Information: www.bokcenter.com.
- NORMAN – Catch Johnny Rivers in concert at 8 p.m. Friday at Riverwind Casino, 1544 W State Highway 9. Information: 322-6464 or www.riverwind.com.
- NORMAN – Get in the swing of things when Asleep at the Wheel performs at 8 p.m. Friday at Sooner Theatre, 101 E Main Street. Information: www.soonertheatre.com.
-BAM
Weekend Warmup for Oct. 2-4, 2009
Jason Aldean
Here is a list of activities happening in Oklahoma this weekend (Oct. 2-4). For more events, go to www.wimgo.com.
- STILLWATER — Check out Orange Peel 2009 with Jimmy Fallon and Jason Aldean at 7 p.m. Saturday at Gallagher-Iba Arena at Oklahoma State University. Information: (877) OSU-PEEL or www.osupeel.com.
- THACKERVILLE – Also, hear Jason Aldean at 9 tonight at WinStar World Casino. Information: (580) 276-4229 or www.winstarworldcasino.com.
- Hear Samantha Crain & the Midnight Shivers, Ali Harter and Sheree Chamberlain at 10 tonight at 51st Street Speakeasy, 1114 NW 51. Information: 463-0470 or www.myspace.com/51speakeasy.
Kings of Leon (Associated Press photo)
- Listen to Kings of Leon, who have Oklahoma ties, play at 8 p.m. Saturday at Ford Center, 100 W Reno. The concert will be the first event in the Ford Center since the latest phase of renovations was completed. Information: www.okfordcenter.com.
- Experience music, art and more from 3 to 11 p.m. Saturday at the Plaza District Festival, 1700 block NW 16. Information: www.plazadistrictfestival.com.
- YUKON – Take in a carnival, parade, craft booths, music, dancing, singing and food at the Oklahoma Czech Festival from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday at Yukon’s Czech Hall, 205 N Czech Hall Road. Information: www.oklahomaczechfestival.com.
Dave Matthews Band
- TULSA — Hear Dave Matthews Band with Willie Nelson & Family at 7 tonight at the BOK Center, 200 S Denver. Information: (866) 726-5287 or www.bokcenter.com.
- NORMAN – Listen to Glen Campbell at 8 tonight at Riverwind Casino, 1544 W State Highway 9. Information: 322-6464 or www.riverwind.com.
- CHICKASHA — Take in art, films and more from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. today and Saturday at the Rock Island Arts Festival in downtown. Information: www.rockislandartsfestival.org.
WorldFest (Photo by Jim Beckel/The Oklahoman)
- Shop for handcrafted items from around the world and enjoy international food and live entertainment at the sixth annual WorldFest fair trade market. Hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. today, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. The event raises funds for Oklahoma City-based nonprofit World Neighbors. Information: www.wn.org.
- Hear Zac Brown Band, Eli Young Band, Mama Sweet and Southern Ground artists Nic Cowan, Levi Lowrey and Sonia Leigh when The Breaking Southern Ground Tour comes Sunday to Zoo Amphitheatre, 2101 NE 50. The music starts at 4:15 p.m. Sunday. Gates open at 3 p.m. Information: 364-3700 or www.zooamp.com.
- Take in new artwork, wine tastings and other refreshments during the monthly Paseo Gallery Walk. Gallery walk hours are 6 to 10 tonight and noon to 6 p.m. Saturday in the Paseo Arts District. Information: www.thepaseo.com.
Jason Boland & the Stragglers
- MIAMI – Listen to Jason Boland & the Stragglers at 8 tonight at Buffalo Run Casino. Information: www.buffalorun.com.
- Watch Ghostlight Theatre Club stage the provocative play “Fat Pig” at 8 p.m. today and Saturday at its Paseo theater space, 3110 N Walker. Performances continue through Oct. 17. Information: www.ghostlighttheatreclub.com.
- TULSA - Hear The Decemberists with Laura Veirs & the Hall of Flames at 7 p.m. Sunday at Cain’s Ballroom, 423 N Main. Information: www.cainsballroom.com.
“Day Out With Thomas”
- Spend a “Day Out With Thomas 2009: The Hero of the Rails” today-Sunday at the Oklahoma Railway Museum, 3400 NE Grand Blvd. Families can ride Thomas the Tank Engine starting at 9 a.m. those days; train rides depart every 50 minutes through 5 p.m. Information: www.oklahomarailwaymuseum.org
- Listen to Clutch with Wino and Lionize at 7 p.m. Saturday at the Diamond Ballroom, 8001 S Eastern. Information: www.diamondballroom.net or 677-9169.
- See the Traditional Cowboy Arts Association Annual Exhibition and Sale this weekend at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, 1700 NE 63. The exhibit continues through Dec. 6. Information: www.nationalcowboymuseum.org.
“Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs”
- NORMAN – See the movie “Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs” and tour the galleries tonight at the Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History, 2401 Chautauqua Ave. Doors will open at 7 tonight, and visitors can tour the galleries until 8:30 p.m., when the film starts. Information: www.snomnh.ou.edu.
- TULSA – Check the Sci-Fi & Horror Weekend, including “The Rocky Horror Show” live and a “The Return of the Living Dead” reunion, at Tulsa Convention Center, 100 Civic Center. Hours are 3 to 10 p.m. today and 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday with an after-party from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Sunday. Information: www.scifihorrorweekend.com.
- MIDWEST CITY - Celebrate all things French at Rose State College’s Global Oklahoma Festival from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday at the college, 6420 SE 15. The free, family-friendly event features live entertainment, cultural exhibits, children’s activities and food from many countries. Information: www.rose.edu/commfriend/globok.
-BAM
Weekend Warmup for Sept. 25-27, 2009
Taylor Swift (Associated Press photo)
Here is a list of events happening around Oklahoma this weekend (Sept. 25-27). For more events, go to www.wimgo.com.
- TULSA — Hear country starlet Taylor Swift, with Kellie Pickler and Gloriana, at 7 p.m. Sunday at the BOK Center, 200 S Denver. Information: (866) 726-5287 or www.bokcenter.com.
- Take in small artworks by 150 Oklahoma artists, live music and food at the 12×12 Art Show & Sale at 7 p.m. Saturday at the Fred Jones Industries Building, 900 W Main. The event is the Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition’s sole fundraiser. Information: 879-2400 or www.12×12okc.org.
- DEL CITY — Share an evening with servicemen and women at Vets Fest 2009, featuring Ronnie Kaye and Mike Black and the Stingrays, from 8 p.m. to midnight Saturday at American Legion Post 73, 5000 SE 24. The event raises funds for the Oklahoma Women Veterans program. Information: 833-4140.
Gary Allan
- Catch PRCA bullriding followed by .38 Special in concert at 7:30 p.m. Friday during the Oklahoma State Fair’s “Rockin’ Bulls” at Jim Norick State Fair Arena. At 7:30 p.m. Saturday, “Bulls & Brawn” will feature more bullriding action plus music by Gary Allan. Information: 948-6700 or www.okstatefair.com.
- Also at the Oklahoma State Fair, hear Boyz II Men at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Black Stone Cherry at 8 p.m. Saturday on the Toyota Stage at State Fair Park. These performances are free with outside gate admission. Information: www.okstatefair.com.
- THACKERVILLE – Or, catch Gary Allan at 9 p.m. Friday at WinStar World Casino, 777 Casino Ave. The casino will feature singer-songwriter Jonny Lang in concert at 8 p.m. Saturday. Information: www.winstarworldcasino.com.
Cross Canadian Ragweed
- Hear Cross Canadian Ragweed, Tesla, Toadies, Brandon Jenkins, Mike McClure, Stoney LaRue, Randy Rogers Band, Seth James and Stephanie Briggs Saturday at the Sixth Annual Cross Canadian Ragweed Family Jam at the Oklahoma City Zoo Amphitheatre, 2101 NE 50. Gates open at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, and the music starts at 3 p.m. The concert is a fundraiser for Mandi’s Ministries. Information: 364-3700 or www.zooamp.com. (Look for my story on the event Friday.)
- CHICKASHA — Listen to country singer Gene Watson at 7:30 p.m. Saturday at Chickasha High School Performing Arts Theatre, 101 John P. Cowan. Information: (405) 243-7252.
- CHOCTAW – Raise awareness about cancer at a fundraising event hosted by Choctaw restaurant Bandana Red’s, 14030 SE 29, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. All proceeds will benefit Ally’s House and the St. Anthony Hospital Cancer Institute. Activities will begin at 9 a.m. with a two-milewalk for cancer awareness starting at Old Germany Restaurant, 15920 SE 29, and ending at Bandana Red’s. Free hamburgers, hot dogs, hot links, chips and drinks will be served. The event also will feature face painting and inflatables for kids, a motorcycle and antique car show and an auction. Live music will be provided by Shawna Russell, Mitch Cason and the Big Idea, Brother Outlaw, Jack Rowdy, Darlin Darla and New Hope Cowboy Gospel, and Ty England will make a special appearance. Information: 869-0303.
Samantha Crain & the Midnight Shivers
- TULSA – Hear The Avett Brothers with Samantha Crain & the Midnight Shivers at 7 p.m. Saturday at Cain’s Ballroom, 423 N Main. Information: www.cainsballroom.com.
- MIAMI – Listen to the Randy Rogers Band at 8 p.m. Friday at Buffalo Run Casino, 1000 Buffalo Run Blvd. Information: www.buffalorun.com.
- Take in live music by local bands, a children’s arts activity area hosted by Wilson Elementary PTA, and delicious food, wine and beer from restaurants around Oklahoma City during the 14th Annual Mesta Festa from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday in Mesta Park, at NW 18 and Shartel in the historic Mesta Park Neighborhood. Information: www.mestapark.org.
Jacob Fred Jazz Odyssey
- TULSA – Hear Jacob Fred Jazz Odyssey at 9 p.m. Friday at The Marquee, 222 N Main. Information: www.ticketstorm.com.
- DEL CITY - Take in dog/owner pet contests, door prizes, a silent auction, an Elvis impersonator, children’s game and live music from the Rainy Day Six Band and The Boxer Rebellion at the second annual Hawgs for Hounds, a fundraising event for the nonprofit Red Dirt Boxer Rescue. Hawgs for Hounds will take place rain or shine from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday at Ray Trent Park, adjacent to the Del City Dog Park. Friendly, well-behaved pets are welcome at the event. A motorcycle run will begin at 9:30 a.m., with registration starting at 8 a.m. Information: www.reddirtboxerrescue.com.
- See fine Western saddles, bits, spurs, braided rawhide and exquisite silver work by 20 talented gear makers from the United States, Canada and Argentina at the Traditional Cowboy Arts Association Annual Exhibition and Sale at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, 1700 NE 63. The exhibit is scheduled to open Saturday and will run through Dec. 6. Information: www.nationalcowboymuseum.org. (Look for my story on the event Friday.)
John McEuen
- NORMAN – Hear John McEuen of the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band perform at 7:30 p.m. Sunday in Lions Park, 201 W Daws. The free show is the final in the 2009 Summer Breeze Concert Series sponsored by the Performing Arts Studio. Information: www.thepas.org. (See my review of the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band’s new album “Speed of Life” on Friday.)
- Listen to Antsy McClain and Edgar Cruz at 9 p.m. Friday at The Blue Door, 2805 N McKinley. Information: www.bluedoorokc.com.
- Hear Gentle Ghost, Depth and Current and Feel Spectres at 9:30 p.m. Saturday at The Opolis, 113 N Crawford. Information: www.ticketstorm.com.
- Laugh along as Red Dirt Improv performs at 7 and 9 p.m. Saturday at the new IAO Gallery, 706 W Sheridan. Matt Donnelly, formerly of New York City’s Neutrino Video Project, will be sitting in with the local troupe. Information: http://www.reddirtimprov.com/calendar.html.
-BAM
Weekend Warmup for Sept. 18-20, 2009
Wanda Jackson (Associated Press photo)
Here is a list of events and activities taking place around Oklahoma this weekend. For more events, go to www.wimgo.com.
- PONCA CITY – Hear Oklahoma’s own Queen of Rockabilly Wanda Jackson with Becky Hobbs at 7:30 p.m. Saturday at the Poncan Theatre, 104 E Grand Ave. Information: www.poncantheatre.org.
- PONCA CITY – Check out “Let’s Have A Party: Oklahoma Women of Rock and Roll” – a satellite exhibit of the Oklahoma History Center’s “Another Hot Oklahoma Night” – Saturday at the Pioneer Woman Museum, 701 Monument. A free outdoor concert celebrating the exhibit is set for 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and will feature Pinkie & the Wes Reynolds Band, The Romantic Disaster, The Burton Band, Unmarked Cars and Leslie Johns Band. Also, Wanda Jackson will receive the 2009 Woman of the Year award during the event. Information: www.pioneerwomanmuseum.com.
- TULSA – See comic book artists and local comics writer Sterling Gates (”Supergirl”) at this weekend’s Tulsa Anime & Comic Expo at the Tulsa Convention Center, 100 Civic Center. The dealer’s room will be open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. Evening events are set for 7 p.m. to midnight Saturday. Information: http://tulsacomicandanimeexpo.com/main. Or read Matt Price’s column on the event by clicking here.
Sinbad
- NORMAN – See standup comedian Sinbad at 8 tonight at Riverwind Casino, 1544 W State Highway 9. Information: www.riverwind.com.
- Take in live music from Kevin Watson’s Airloom band, coffee tastings, art-making and tours of the amazing exhibit “Turner to Cezanne: Masterpieces from the Davies Collection, National Museum Wales” at Last Call Friday at the Oklahoma City Museum of Art, 315 Couch Drive. The Last Call Friday festivities will take place from 5 to 8 tonight. The galleries will be open until 9, and the roof terrace will be open until 10. “Turner to Cezanne,” which features incredible artwork by Vincent van Gogh, Monet, Renoir and more, closes Sunday. Information: www.okcmoa.com.
- NORMAN – Hear Norman rockers The Workweek at 9 tonight at The Opolis, 113 Crawford. Information: www.ticketstorm.com.
Little Big Town
- MIAMI – Listen to country vocal group Little Big Town at 8 p.m. Saturday at Buffalo Run Casino, 1000 Buffalo Run Blvd. Information: (918) 542-7140 or www.buffalorun.com.
- View artwork by Bert Seabourn, Bill Jaxon and Connie Seabourn at Science Museum Oklahoma, 2100 NE 52. An opening reception for the three-person show is set for 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday at the museum. The show will be on view through Jan. 1. Information: www.sciencemuseumok.org.
- NORMAN – Listen Miss Blues (AKA Dorothy Ellis) sing the “blues with an attitude” at 7:30 tonight at Andrews Park, 201 W Daws. The rescheduled show is part of the Performing Arts Studio’s free Summer Breeze concert series. Concertgoers are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and picnic baskets to enjoy the free outdoor show. Information: www.thepas.org.
Red Dirt Rangers
- TULSA – Take in tasty barbecue and tantalizing live music at the Rock ‘N’ Rib Festival, presented by Rib Crib, today-Sunday outside the BOK Center, 200 S Denver. Live music will be provided by Sam and the Stylees, Red Dirt Rangers, Earl Clark and more. Information: www.bokcenter.com.
- TULSA – Celebrate the one-year anniversary of the BOK Center with a free open house from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at the arena, 200 S Denver. The event will include giveaways, guided tours and live music from Tulsa’s Usual Suspects. Information: www.bokcenter.com.
- Share stories of your “Celebrity Encounters” at the monthly StorySlam sponsored by OKC StorySlam and Istvan Gallery tonight at the gallery, 1218 North Western Ave. Registration starts at 7 tonight; storytelling starts at 7:30. Information: www.facebook.com/Istvan.Gallery.
Fun and game at the 2009 Oklahoma State Fair (Photo by Jim Beckel/The Oklahoman)
- Check out the attractions, rides and entertainment at the 2009 Oklahoma State Fair. This weekend’s events include “Disney on Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy,” music by Jackyl at 7:30 tonight at the Toyota Stage and a concert by Chuck Wicks at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, also on the Toyota Stage. Information: www.okstatefair.com.
- THACKERVILLE – Hear comedian Larry the Cable Guy at 9 tonight at WinStar World Casino. Or, Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons at 8 p.m. Saturday at the casino. Information: www.winstarworldcasino.com.
- NORMAN – Listen to Cecada and Panda Resistance at 8 tonight at The Deli, 309 White Street. Information: www.thedeli.us.
- SEMINOLE – Catch country singer Aaron Tippin in concert at 8 p.m. Saturday at Mekusukey Mission, N3540 Road and State Hwy 59. Information: (405) 257-6287.
-BAM
Weekend Warmup for Sept. 11-13, 2009
Sugarland
Here is a list of events happening in Oklahoma this weekend. For more events, go to www.wimgo.com.
- Hear Sugarland with special guests Billy Currington and Matt Nathanson at 7:30 tonight at the Zoo Amphitheatre, 2101 NE 50. Gates open at 6 p.m. Information: 364-3700 or www.zooamp.com.
- CHOCTAW: Take in authentic German food, beer and entertainment at the 19th Annual Choctaw Oktoberfest in Choctaw Creek Park, 2001 Harper Road. The festival continues from noon to midnight today and Saturday. Information: www.choctawfestival.org.
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K.C. Clifford
- Catch K.C. Clifford in concert at 9 tonight at the Blue Door, 2805 N McKinley. Information: 524-0738 or www.bluedoorokc.com.
- NORMAN – Listen to Melissa Etheridge at 8 tonight at Riverwind Casino, 1544 W State Highway 9. Information: 322-6464 or www.riverwind.com. She also will play at 8 p.m. Saturday at WinStar World Casino in Thackerville. Information: www.winstarworldcasino.com.
- Experience a hay maze, carriage rides, arts and crafts and more from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at the 13th annual Septemberfest, a free family festival on the grounds of the Governor’s Mansion, 820 NE 23, and Oklahoma History Center, 2401 N Laird. Information: 557-0198.
“Been Fishin’” by Joe Barrington
- CHICKASHA – Take in the sculptures, drawings and photographs of husband-and-wife artists Joe and J.J. Barrington at the Barrington and Barrington Art Show at the USAO Art Gallery. An opening reception is set for 6 p.m. Saturday. The exhibit runs through Oct. 3. The USAO Art Gallery is on the first floor of Davis Hall on the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma campus. Gallery hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday. The show is free and open to the public; due to the adult nature of the exhibit, parental discretion is advised. For more information, call (405) 574-1239 or go to www.usao.edu/gallery.
- Check out the Oklahoma City Storytelling Festival, which will bring four world-known tellers, workshops and local performers today and Saturday to Stage Center, 400 W Sheridan. Formerly known as WinterTales, the festival this year will feature renowned storytellers Kevin Kling, Susan Klein, Motoko and Minton Sparks. Performances are 8 p.m. today and Saturday. Workshops are offered from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. today and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at Stage Center. Information: 270-4848 or www.artscouncilokc.com.
- DAVIS – Take in informal jamming, hear bluegrass, gospel and old-time country music and enjoy RV camping from Sunday-Wednesday at the 10th Annual Arbuckle Mountain Bluegrass Festival at Arbuckle Mountain Park (from I-35, take Exit 60 for Ruppe Road). Information: www.arbucklemtbluegrasspark.com.
Jimmy LaFave
- TULSA – Hear singer-songwriter Jimmy LaFave at 7:30 tonight at All Souls Acoustic Coffeehouse, 2952 S Peoria Ave. Opening act is Don Morris. Doors open at 7 p.m. Information: www.allsoulcoffeehouse.com.
- Listen to Pretty Black Chains, nosh on cupcakes and see special edition pieces by local artists at the one-year anniversary party from 7 to 10 tonight for Collected Thread, 1705A NW 16 Street. Collected Thread is a handmade and vintage boutique whose purpose is to encourage and help support local craft, design, and art. Information: http://collectedthread.com.
- Along with Collected Thread’s first anniversary party, check out more art, music and more during the LIVE on the Plaza second Friday art walk in the Plaza District. The event takes place from 7 to 11 tonight along NW 16 between Indiana and Blackwelder. Information: www.plazadistrict.org.
Al Green
- THACKERVILLE - Listen to Al Green at 9 tonight at WinStar World Casino, 777 Casino Ave.. Information: www.winstarworldcasino.com.
- Hear Somerset West, For The Atlantic, The City And Skyway, Engine Orchestra and Daniel Walcher at 8 p.m. Saturday at The Conservatory, 8911 N Western Ave. The concert is a benefit for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Information: www.conservatoryokc.com.
- NORMAN – Watch “Bye Bye Birdie” at 8 p.m. today and Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday at the Sooner Theatre, 101 E Main Street. Performances continue Sept. 17-19. Information: www.soonertheatre.org.
-BAM
