Tulsa Opera
Tulsa Opera’s newest season is “lively and lighthearted,” says Cindy Sadler, the organization’s director of communications. “We’re opening with the beloved classic The Sound of Music ... then, we have the hilarious Gilbert and Sullivan favorite, The Pirates of Penzance, which is filled with silly fun, swashbuckling romance and memorable tunes.”
The Voices After Dark recital series is another...
Every morning in Oklahoma City, a jet leaps for the sky, headed for Chicago. Jeff Chanchaleune knows that flight well. For two years running, he flew to Chicago to compete as a finalist for the highly coveted James Beard Award. And then, a year later, he was invited to cook for the guests after the ceremony.
This is a big...
Honey Love Wings
While it’s true that Oklahoma has plenty of wing joints to try, Honey Love does it a little differently: They use smaller wings and sauté them in a signature sauce to ensure every bite is perfect. If you aren’t convinced, swing by the restaurant’s two locations – one on N. Lincoln Blvd. in OKC and a brand-new...
Randy Page’s mother learned to cook from a Betty Crocker cookbook – which Randy still has – but she was blessed with innate talent. Randy’s childhood, on a little farm just outside of Charlotte, North Carolina, was a feast of made-from-scratch meals and pies so good he’s never been able to duplicate them.
At eight years old, Randy decided to...
Flo’s Smokehouse Eats
Comfort food with a creative, culinary twist is the name of the game at Flo’s Smokehouse Eats. We often call restaurants ‘hidden gems,’ in this space, but Flo’s has to be the epitome of that concept.
Start with sandwiches, of which there are many. The birria grilled cheese is a diner favorite for a reason; the sandwich is...
Escape the sweltering Oklahoma heat with some dynamic, entertaining performances on the stage this month.
In Tulsa, you’ve got ample opportunity to see The Drunkard and the Olio at the Spotlight Theater; after all, America’s longest-running play goes on every Saturday at 7 p.m. Another can’t-miss from Spotlight is The Stinky Feet Gang, running Aug. 1-3 and 8-10. Venture to...
Get ready for a varied sporting schedule in August.
In Tulsa, Expo Square is the hub for all things horse: The National Snaffle Bit Association’s World Show happens Aug. 8-17; the Reining Classic runs Aug. 23-21; and simulcast horse racing can be watched at the venue all month long. And, of course, America’s favorite pastime is going strong at the...
Oklahoma teems with community events.
In Tulsa, head to the Global Gatherings World Festival on Aug. 9 at the Gathering Place to learn about the various cultures represented within the city lines. Next up, venture to the Arvest Convention Center for Oklahoma Comic Con on Aug. 9-10, then head to the Greenwood Film Festival Aug 10-14. The event, happening at...
As the back half of the year approaches, August is stacked with some truly must-see films – so leave your weekends open, because there’s something here for everyone.
Starting strong with a legacy sequel, don’t miss The Naked Gun. Starring Liam Neeson as Frank Drebin Jr., son of Frank Drebin Sr. – played by Leslie Nielsen in the original films...
Executive director of the Oklahoma Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics (ODAA), Grayson Ardies began his working with the department as an intern. In his tenure with the ODAA, Ardies has led many statewide agency initiatives and managed a two-year project that conducted an Aerospace and Aviation Economic Impact Study. An OU alum, Ardies is also a licensed commercial pilot...
