TULSA, Okla. USA–The world premiere of celebrated American choreographer Edwaard Liang‘s Dorothy and the Prince of Oz debuts this weekend, February 10-12, 2017 at the Tulsa Performing Arts Center, as the distinguished, internationally-acclaimed Tulsa Ballet continues the celebration of its 2016-17 Diamond Anniversary season. Continue reading
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Russian ballet in Oklahoma: cultural synergy celebrated in ‘Don Quixote’
By Glenda Rice Collins (Updated 2-7-17)
Part I of a two-part focus: celebrating the synergy of cultural diversity in the arts*
EDMOND, Okla. — The excitement, brilliance and buoyancy of Mikhail Baryshnikov‘s fast-paced 1983 staging of the Don Quixote ballet (after Marius Petipa) was brought to life again last week by the touring dancers of the Russian National Ballet Theatre, featured at the opulent Armstrong Auditorium — a stunning reminder of the artistic (and personal) merits of embracing cultural diversity and global travel. Continue reading
Last Call: Frida Kahlo exhibition ends Sunday at Gilcrease Museum; ‘Tres Vidas’ pays tribute
By Glenda Rice Collins, Arts Columnist
TULSA, Okla. USA — Frida Kahlo: Through the Lens of Nickolas Muray continues through September 11 at Gilcrease Museum.*
This exhibition has recently inspired me to delve more deeply into the study of a Mexican artistic icon, known for her “unibrow” over decades, but still resplendent in the distinctive, saturated-color images of photographic master Muray, as she became his favored artistic subject as an original work of art herself. Continue reading
Oklahoma Osage Ballet Santa Fe Bound
By Glenda Rice Collins, Arts Columnist
BARTLESVILLE, Okla. USA — “I love making beautiful things,” says Osage Ballet director Randy Tinker Smith, “Whether in music or ballet, …getting everybody to work together to produce a beautiful piece of art…That’s our goal, that we always represent our tribe well, …and to keep getting our story out.” Continue reading
Tulsa-based Orchestras Complement OK Mozart
By Glenda Rice Collins, For Greater Tulsa Reporter Newspapers, Published: August 2016
Three well-established Oklahoma orchestras recently played a significant role in advancing Oklahoma’s premiere music festival, OK Mozart (OKM). during a pivotal year for the week-long event, June 11 – 18 at the Bartlesville Community Center. Continue reading
From Menuhin to OK Mozart: Music as Therapy Prevails
By Glenda Rice Collins
BARTLESVILLE, Okla. USA — “Music creates order out of chaos,” said the quotable virtuoso violinist, conductor and humanitarian, Yehudi Menuhin (1916-1999), whose centenary is celebrated this year.
As Oklahoma’s premier music festival, OK Mozart, Opus 32 now celebrates a year of unprecedented transition under the leadership of OKM executive director Randy Thompson — the man who for years embodied the spirit of Mozart himself through costumed portrayals of the musical genius. Continue reading
OKM: Adam & Kizzie bring heart and soul vibes with ‘EEDO’ echoes
By Glenda Rice Collins, Updated June 13, 2016
BARTLESVILLE, Okla., USA– Dressed in red and white baseball jackets, blue shoes, and white-framed eyeglasses, ala Elton John, Adam & Kizzie, one of Oklahoma City’s favorite duos, took the OK Mozart, Opus 32 season stage with musical authority at the Bartlesville Community Center Saturday night, to top off opening day community festivities with unique.flair. OK Mozart (OKM) is recognized as Oklahoma’s premier music festival. Continue reading
Miró Quartet Returns for OK Mozart, Opus 32 Festival in Bartlesville, Oklahoma
By Glenda Rice Collins, Updated June 9, 2016
BARTLESVILLE, Okla., USA — The internationally-acclaimed Miró Quartet returns for the OK Mozart music festival’s 2016 Opus 32 season, June 11 – 18, with several 2 p.m. matinee concerts next week in the intimate performance space of the OKM Ambler Hall, which opened last fall in the heartland. Continue reading
Patrick (P.S.) Gordon Receives Living Legend Artist Award
By Glenda Rice Collins (Updated May 17, 2016)
Recent Works exhibition continues through May 22 at the AHHA gallery in Tulsa
TULSA, Okla., USA — Mrs. Lennox & The Gift of Falling Snow, Patrick (P.S.) Gordon’s current celebratory exhibition at Living Arts of Tulsa, continuing through April 28, brings a unique collection of Gordon paintings, never shown publicly before, out of darkness into the light, from New York to the heartland, documenting the renowned artist’s experience with the AIDS epidemic. His contrasted Recent Works exhibition continues through May 22 at AHHA. Continue reading
Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) Festivities Slated for November 1 at Living Arts of Tulsa
Day of The Dead, or Día de Los Muertos, is a celebration of Hispanic heritage which honors loved ones who have passed away. An extremely popular event, it captures the attention of thousands each year. Continue reading
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