MISS BROWN TO YOU
IN "BEEHIVE-- 
THE 60'S MUSICAL"

4 more performances of Beehive!

'Beehive - the 60's Musical' will run 7 more times, with Louise as Music Director and me in the Bass Player's chair. Audiences are loving it! It's really a fun evening. A Sunday Matinee on April 28th. Evening performances at 8:00 on May 2nd, 3rd, & 4th. Call 282-2800 for tickets. For more information, check out the videos and cast bios at the Pollard's Facebook page. ... But what about Full Circle? Unfortunately, Beehive is booked over our usual First Saturday Full Circle date. Even more unfortunately, that means no Derby Day Special this year. I promise you, though, that we'll reprise some of those coal mine songs on June 1st, when our theme will be Songs of Death and Prison. You won't want to miss that.

But before that, second weekend of May...

On Friday, May 10th, we'll be at the Jazz Lab,

and on Saturday, May 11th, we'll be at The Lobby Bar.

AUDITIONS TOMORROW
FOR OKLAHOMA 
CONTEMPORARY DANCE
FESTIVAL 2019

Join us for the

Oklahoma Contemporary 

Dance Festival!

OCDF is a grant funded program, hosted by Perpetual Motion Dance, which allows dancers 12 and up throughout the midwest region to study with professional choreographers throughout the month of July culminating in a final performance including modern & aerial work. 

IAO CELEBRATES
FORTY YEARS OF 
NOT NORMAL AT 6 P.M.,
FRIDAY, APRIL 26TH

Moving Forward
An exhibit by Christie Owen and Lauren Midgley
Opening Reception: Friday, April 26 from 6:00PM – 9:00PM

Join us for the opening reception of "Moving Forward" by artists Lauren Midgley and Christie Owen.

Individual Artists of Oklahoma is thrilled to share this work with our community. Both artists explore their progress and forward momentum with vastly different approaches, but share a kindred sense of curiosity and wonder. From the subtle surrealism of Midgley's photographs, to the exuberant textures of Owen's bold abstractions, these two take the viewer on a journey through their processes and experiences.

"By choosing to tap into the deepest yearnings and pains of my heart as a jumping off point, I employ advanced digital manipulation techniques to transform my virtual canvas into a piece from my surrealist imagination." –Lauren Midgley

"Deliberately silencing the internal chatter and not overthinking. Conscious, but not over-trying. With this approach, things just seem to happen—it’s where all the substance is found and often with more reward than I could have hoped for." – Christie Owen

Monthly Poetry Readings:   Last Sunday Poetry Reading (Featuring Carl Sennhenn) Full Circle Bookstore Sunday, April 28th at 2pm Meet us at Full Circle Bookstore, 1900 NW Expressway, Oklahoma City (Inside 50 Penn Place), for an afternoon of spoken word. This month's reading will feature former Oklahoma Poet Laureate Carl Sennhenn followed by an open mic reading.   Oklahoma Voices (Featuring Ron Wallace) IAO Gallery Sunday, May 5th at 2pm Join us in the IAO Gallery for poetry the first Sunday of each month! Enjoy a featured poet, and bring a poem of your own to share. Our featured poet this month is Ron Wallace.

Want to help IAO and get a free drink?

We thought so!!!

As a thank you to our new and renewing members, we'll give one free drink at every event to anyone who joins or renews their membership on-line!

That's right! A free drink at any event throughout 2019! All you have to do is go to our membership page and sign up or renew your membership; then when you're at an opening, poetry reading, or whatever; just tell us the email address you signed up with and we'll give you a free drink of your choice! (No alcohol to minors, and it's gotta be something we're already serving!)

It's that easy!
 Visit  https://individualartists.org/donate/ to renew or join today. There's even an auto-renew option for your annual membership.

FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS
HELD TUESDAY APRIL 23RD
THROUGH SUNDAY, APRIL 28TH
IN BICENTENNIAL PARK

 The 2019 Festival of the Arts is right around the corner! Here are some fun things to look forward to this year. Featured Artist “Born in a Day” was created by Julie and Kevin Zuckerman to honor the great state of Oklahoma and legacy of the Native American population. The main image was inspired by the Great Eagle Feather and Olive Branch from the state flag. The background color represents the state wildflower, the Indian Blanket. The other vibrant colors honor the pride of the community such as the Oklahoma City Thunder, Oklahoma City Dodgers, Oklahoma City Energy, etc. Finally, the symbolism of the painting is to be bright, be bold, and make a difference in your community. 
  
Artists Square, International Food Row, Performing ArtsAs always, the Festival of the Arts promises hundreds of talented artists, engaging performances and an abundance of delicious treats and food demonstrations. With new and returning favorites, there is something for everyone to enjoy. The full schedule can be found online: https//:www.artscouncilokc.com/festival-of-the-arts

Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt will help us kick off the Festival in style with live performances and a catered lunch for our Fest-Officios. Prior to the opening ceremonies, our Festi-First buyers will have the opportunity to view and purchase art. Angels and Friends Party, April 24, 5:30-9:30 p.m. The Angel’s and Friends Celebration is Arts Council OKC’s only fundraising party throughout the year. You’re invited to join us as we celebrate spring with wining, dining and dancing the night away! Food will be provided by local favorites including Patrono, Big Truck Tacos, Back Door BBQ, Benvenuti’s, Bin 73, Bricktown Brewery and Brown Egg Bakery. The band “Drive” will provide the entertainment featuring classic and contemporary chart-topping hits. Tickets start at just $65 and help to support our year-round, free and low-cost programming, like All Access Arts, Art Moves, Festival of the Arts and the Sunday Twilight Concert Series.OG&E Recharging Station and Midfirst Bank ATMsFor your convenience, phone recharging stations and ATMs will be conveniently located on Festival grounds. Locations can be easily identified on the Festival map, in the Festival program and on large instructional kiosks in the center of Bicentennial Park. Please Leave Your Pets at Home Even for humans, Festival is sensory smorgasbord. From delicious food to head banging rock concerts... the sights, sounds and smells of Festival are often overwhelming and can cause unnecessary anxiety for our furry friends. Pet owners are encouraged to use caution when considering taking your pet to large, crowded events. There may be foods and drinks that are dangerous or toxic for animals, including certain sweets and alcoholic beverages. And, the noises from the large concert stages are often too loud for your pet’s sensitive ears. It’s for these significant reasons that no pets are allowed on Festival grounds, other than service animals in compliance with the American Disabilities Act.

2019 FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS HIGHLIGHTS April 23-28 • Bicentennial Park Each year, Festival of the Arts captivates the crowds with live performances on three stages, 144 visual artists, and delectable food dishes to satisfy every craving. Without doubt, there is something for everyone at Festival of the Arts. Here are some things you won’t want to miss this year. FESTI-PICSStop by the new Festi-Pics photo booth to get a one-of -kind photo with friends or to snag that perfect Festival selfie. Festi-Pics is located just south of Main Stage and costs $3.LOW-COST OPTIONSFestival is free for everyone! Browse the 144 various artists booths and check-out live performances on three stages throughout each day of Festival for no charge. Low-cost options include:•Mustard’s Last Stand: You don’t have to break the bank to get a tasty meal at Festival. Mustard’s Last Stand is located on South Food Row and offers tasty Festival favorites for $3 or less. •Pottery Place: Brought to you by Collin Rosebrook and the artisans of Paseo Pottery, you can learn how to make your own work of art for as little as $5.•Face Painting: Open to all ages, this iconic festival highlight is hosted by Bricktown Clowns. Prices range from $1-$15 depending on the complexity of the design.
  
CHILDREN’S OPTIONS: •Creation Station: Children and adults are welcome to participate in creating this free, larger-than-life,masterpiece located on the west lawn of City Hall.•Young-at-Art Mart: Located near Creation Station, this exclusive art tent is only open to children ages 5-12.Children are encouraged to purchase artwork of their choice. Prices range from $0.50 to $5. It’s never too earlyto start an art collection. Only one piece per child, please.•Children’s Art Field: Located on the west lawn of City Hall, children ages 3-12 may create three different artprojects for $3 total.FESTIVAL’S GONE GREEN Since 2009, the Go Green committee has made monumental changes to Festival of the Arts, earning national recognition and achieving its goal of being one of the largest eco-conscious events in the United States! We are proud that entirely compostable or recyclable materials are used at every food location. Help us be green by looking for educational signage and recycling and composting receptacles across Festival grounds. PLEASE LEAVE YOUR PETS AT HOME Even for humans, Festival is sensory smorgasbord. From delicious food to head banging rock concerts... the sights,sounds and smells of Festival are often overwhelming and can cause unnecessary anxiety for our furry friends. Pet owners are encouraged to use caution when considering taking your pet to large, crowded events. There may be foods and drinks that are dangerous or toxic for animals, including certain sweets and alcoholic beverages. And, the noises from the large concert stages are often too loud for your pet’s sensitive ears. It’s for these significant reasons that no pets are allowed on Festival grounds, other than service animals in compliance with the American Disabilities Act. INFO AND FESTIVAL HEADQUARTERS Have questions? Need directions? Lose your group? Go to Headquarters on Colcord Drive for all of your Festival needs. FESTIVAL HOURS 11 a.m. – 9 p.m. Tuesday- Saturday 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. Sunday All proceeds from Festival of the Arts support Arts Council Oklahoma City’s year-round, free and low-cost arts programming throughout the greater Oklahoma City community. Hope to see you there!

Arts Council Oklahoma City is a non-profit 501 ©(3) organization dedicated to bringing the arts and the community together through free or l ow-cost cultural events and a variety of arts outreach activities that impact underserved populations. Each year, Arts Council events, programs and services reach nearly one million Oklahoma City residents and visitors. Arts Council Oklahoma City is sponsored by Devon Energy, MidFirst Bank, Inasmuch Foundation, The Oklahoman, OG&E, Ozarka, Sonic - America's Drive-in, ICG, Toucan Production and Tyler Media. Arts Council Oklahoma City receives funding from the Oklahoma Arts Council, National Endowment for the Arts, and the Kirkpatrick Family Foundation and is an Allied Arts member agency. For more information, call 405-270-4848 or visit www.ArtsCouncilOKC.com. 

OKC BALLET PRESENTS

VISIONARIES -- A TRIPLE BILL

FRIDAY & SATURDAY

APRIL 19 & 20

Image courtesy of Oklahoma City Ballet

Tickets are now on sale for the riveting and spectacular Triple Bill performance, Visionaries. This exciting production features works by dance icons Robert Joffrey, George Balanchine and new-comer Cayetano Soto Ramirez and guarantees to captivate the audience with athleticism and beautiful technique.

Visionaries begins with the Company premiere of Robert Joffrey’s Pas de Deesses, a delicate remembrance of the Romantic era created by Joffrey in 1954, featuring a live piano performance by Peggy Payne.

Balenchine’s The Four Temperaments, a company premiere, is one of Balanchine’s earliest and most iconic works fusing ballet steps with a lean and angular modern sensibility.

A world premiere ballet by Cayetano Soto Ramirez, a new dance maker with profound talent, will surely delight the audience with award-winning technique and contemporary style.

These performances provide beautiful entertainment for all ages and Oklahoma City Ballet looks forward to introducing new art to the community.

Visionaries runs April 19, 20 at Civic Center Music Hall with one Friday performance at 8 PM and two chances to view on Saturday at 2 & 8 PM.

Tickets can be purchased online or by phone:

·         Go to https://www.okcballet.org/performance/la-sylphide/

·         Or call our box office at (405) 848-TOES

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