Opens Friday, March 20 –

In 1935, Alfred Hitchcock’s The 39 Steps hit the big screens. The movie, a mystery, spy thriller, follows Richard Hannay, played by Robert Donat, and the attractive Pamela, played by Madeleine Carroll, on the run from The 39 Steps – a organization of spies – after a female spy Hannay meets turns up dead. While this rendition almost perfectly parallels Hitchcock’s suspenseful drama, the cast and comedy mixture of this Theatre Tulsa presentation offers a fresh, riveting and hilarious interpretation. Even better, the more than 150 characters audiences will meet on stage are performed by a cast of only four. Chris Williams plays Hannay, Laura Skoch plays the three women Hannay romances throughout the performance, and two other actors, Robert Yong and Andy Axewill, carry the weight of all the others: heroes, villains, men, women, children and even inanimate objects. You won’t want to miss this hilarious spoof that’ll have you laughing through its entirety. It’ll have you on the edge of your seat wondering who you’ll meet next. The 39 Steps opens at the Tulsa Performing Arts Center on March 20 and continues through March 29. Tickets are $18 for adults and $15 for students and seniors. For more information, visit www.tulsapac.com.

Saturday, March 21 –

The Take Action Tour is just one of the ways Hopeless Records’ Sub City goes about its mission to connect bands and fans to the organizations and causes they’re passionate about. “Our concept to support and spotlight these efforts has already raised more than 2 million dollars and donated to over 50 non-profit organizations,” its website says. Since 1999, Hopeless Records has been backing their bands and their bands’ desires to make a difference. On Saturday, March 21, the tour brings five talented bands to the Cain’s Ballroom Stage: Memphis May Fire, Crown the Empire, Dance Gavin Dance, Palisades and Outline in Color. This year, the Take Action Tour benefits the Living the Dream Foundation, a non-profit providing hope and inspiration to those facing life-threatening diseases. For $18 to $33, audiences can enjoy an eclectic night of music that includes rock, pop-punk, electronic and post-hardcore, while participating in a good cause. For more information, visit www.cainsballroom.com.

Friday, March 20 and Saturday, March 21– 

With his unique ability, John Edward gives solace to many who’ve lost loved ones. A psychic medium, author and lecturer, he continues to lighten the hearts of his clients, as well as strangers attending his events, by connecting them to those who’ve passed on. Many times, Edward’s talent falls upon those who need his comforting ability the most; the Other Side typically does the choosing. A career spanning 25 years, Edward has made shocking revelations that shed a truthful light on his ability to predict future events and communicate with people who’ve crossed over, and consequently, he’s gained a large fan following. Some clients wait up to two years to sit down one-on-one with his gift. Edward connects with the Other Side on two internationally syndicated talk shows that include Crossing Over with John Edward and John Edward Cross Country, and he connects with this side, with the words between the pages of One Last Time; What if God Were the Sun; Crossing Over: The Stories Behind the Stories; After Life: Answers from the Other Side; Final Beginnings; Practical Praying: Using the Rosary to Enhance Your Life; Infinite Quest; and most recently, Fallen Masters. Edward’s popularity has welcomed him to many top television programs including Oprah, Dr. Oz, Ellen, The View and many others. Fortunately for Oklahoma City, Tulsa and surrounding areas, there’s no need to wait to get in front of Edward. If there are voices trying to connect from the Other Side, he’ll hear them at Oklahoma City’s Bricktown Hotel and Convention Center on Friday, March 20, at 7 p.m., and at the Tulsa Performing Arts Center on Saturday, March 21, at 12 p.m. For more information, visit www.tulsapac.com or www.johnedward.net.

Saturday, March 21 – 

Music is in Chase Bryant’s blood; his grandfather played piano for Roy Orbison and Waylon Jennings and his uncle co-founded Ricochet, and all Bryant has wanted to do since he was young is follow in the same footsteps. Early musical influences of Bryant’s include Conway Twitty, Merle Haggard, Tom Petty and Vince Gill. Raised in Orange Grove, Texas, Bryant grew up loving the old, classic sounds and has recently found a foothold in mainstream country. His influences have guided his talents, and his creative artistry has made him a contender in the industry. Melodies and lyrics found a way of escaping Bryant’s mind, finding themselves on paper and in tracks he self-built in his closet on Guitar Center products – a detail that would eventually cause Benny Brown, founder of BBR Music Group Red Bow Records, to give Bryant a chance to co-produce his debut album. What Bryant loves most about playing music is connecting with his fans. “We’re all fans,” he says. “We’re all friends. And the music is our connection.” His music, which speaks to following your dreams, heartbreak and having fun, easily connects with others. At 22 years old, Bryant is doing just what he dreamed of as a child and continues to gain momentum and fans with each stage he lands on. On Saturday, March 21, his music will fill Diamond Ballroom. For more information, visit www.diamondballroom.net.

Tuesday, March 24 –

Every year, the Oklahoma Restaurant Association takes out its best china for a delicious spread of local flavors, featuring a luncheon, educational sessions and the highly anticipated TulsaFest Culinary Tasting. This year’s speakers include a luncheon presentation by Stan Clark, president of Stan Clark Companies/Eskimo Joe’s, titled “Ain’t Never Had Too Much Fun!” a “Customer Service and the Hospitality Industry” presentation by Lee Manzer, Ph.D., Professor at Oklahoma State University and an educational session titled “The Hospitality Factor – Searching for the Silver Bullet” by Bill Marvin, The Restaurant Doctor. Enjoy these great presentations from 11:30 a.m. to 4:50 p.m. at the Hyatt Regency Tulsa, 100 E. 2^nd St. And beginning at 6 p.m. at Legends, 514 E. 2nd St., the TulsaFest Culinary Tasting begins. Here, wine, beer, food and music are all included in the fun…and the ticket price – wine and beer tastings are complimentary! Because of this, all tasting attendees must be 21 years old. What’s great about TulsaFest, you can mix and match what events you want to attend. Go to the luncheon only for $45/person, the education sessions for $40/person or the tasting for $60/person, or you can go to all three for $115/person – you get to decide! For more information, click here.