Thursday, June 11-Sunday, June 14
9th Annual deadCENTER Film Festival
Screening over 90 films in seven venues, the 9th Annual deadCENTER Film Festivalofficially kicked off on Wednesday with an outdoor screening in downtown Oklahoma City. Named for Oklahoma's geographic location, deadCENTER was founded over nine years ago to promote independent film arts through screenings, focused programming, special events, competition, and panel discussions. Several films made in Oklahoma or by Oklahomans will be featured as part of this year's festival, as will national features, award-winning documentaries, and several short film programs over the weekend. For a full schedule as well as ticket and venue information, please visit the website below.
Oklahoma City, Downtown, (405) 246-9233, $10 Single Event Pass, $50 Screening Pass, $100 All-Access.
For more information: http://www.deadcenterfilm.org Thursday, June 11
Objectified
By exploring the world of industrial design, Objectified centers on the people who re-examine, re-evaluate, and re-invent our manufactured environment on a daily basis. With recurring themes of personal expression, identity, consumerism, and sustainability, the feature-length documentary uncovers the truth regarding our relationship to mass-produced objects and the people who design them. Presented in partnership with SR Hughes and Circle Cinema, this Philbrook Museum premiere will feature a discussion with director Gary Hustwit after the screening.
Tulsa, Philbrook Museum of Art, 2727 S. Rockford Rd., (918) 749-7941, 6 p.m., $5-$10.
For more information: http://www.philbrook.org/ Thursday, June 11
Viva Voce w/Cut off Your Hands
Named for the Italian phrase for "by word of mouth," Portland indie-rock group Viva Vocewas formed in 1998 by Kevin and Anita Robinson and expanded in 2008 to officially include Corrina Repp and Evan Railton. 2009's Rose City, their first album as a quartet, was written, arranged and recorded all in one month and the result is a subtle yet intricately guitar-driven project. Power indie-pop group Cut off Your Hands will appear as special guests.
Norman, Opolis, 113 N. Crawford Ave., (405) 447-3417, Doors at 9 p.m., $10 in advance, $12 day of show.
For more information: http://www.starlightmints.com/ Thursday, June 11
The Souvenirs
All hailing from Tulsa, the members of The Souvenirs include frontman Chris Lee Becker,Mike Hopper II on lead acoustic guitar, Daniel Redmond on bass, and Jay Lesikar on keyboard. The four musicians emanate sounds reminiscent of bluegrass, country, Americana, and rock on tracks like "Tattoos of Venus," "What's Behind You," and "Grampa," which can be found on the band's MySpace.
Tulsa, The Colony Pub, 2809 S. Harvard Ave., (918) 794-4208, 10 p.m., FREE!
For more information: http://www.myspace.com/ Friday, June 12-Saturday, June 20
The 25th Annual OKMOZART Festival
From its humble beginnings as a three-day event to a full-fledged nine-day festival,OKMOZART remains one of Oklahoma's most celebrated cultural assets with international recognition for both the city of Bartlesville and the state of Oklahoma. This year commemorates the festival's 25th anniversary with performances by Nadja Salerno-Sonnenberg, Robin Sutherland, Jeffrey Kahane, Wu Han, Fred Sharry, Amici New York, and Oklahoma's own Kristin Chenoweth, star of Broadway and Hollywood. For a complete schedule of events including prices and locations, please visit the website below.
Bartlesville, Community Center, 300 S.E. Adams, (918) 336-9800, Tickets start at $10.
For more information: http://www.okmozart.com Friday, June 12
Tulpan
A gorgeous mélange of tender comedy, ethnographic drama and wildlife extravaganza,Tulpan is the first narrative feature from acclaimed documentarian Sergey Dvortsevoy. When discharged sailor Asa returns home to the Kazakh Hunger Steppe, his only goals are to get married and have his own flock of sheep. However, his advances toward the area's only eligible bachelorette are rejected, and Asa will stop at nothing to prove he is a worthy husband. This 2008 Cannes Film Festival Prix Un Certain Regard winner will be presented in Kazakh with English subtitles.
Tulsa, Circle Cinema, 12 S. Lewis Ave., (918) 592-FILM, Friday at 4:45 p.m. with additional screenings throughout the weekend, $5-$8.25.
For more information: http://www.circlecinema.com Friday, June 12
Summer Bash 2009
Oklahoma City rock sextet For the Atlantic recently finished recording their debut EP, The High Life. Due out this summer, the project will include high energy punk-rock tracks such as "Keep Shouting," "Leave It At That," and "That's All She Wrote." As headliners forSummer Bash 2009, the group will be joined by opening performers Can't Be Too Jumpy,The Mocha Band, The Macabre, Hold 'Em High, Harp & Lyre, and live DJs between sets. All ages are welcome.
Oklahoma City, The Conservatory, 8911 N. Western Ave., (405) 607-4805, Doors open at 6 p.m., $10 in advance, $12 day of show.
For more information: http://www.conservatoryokc. Friday, June 12
Velvet Monkey Rockabilly Event
In celebration of the grand opening of Velvet Monkey Salon, LIVE on the Plaza Second Fridays presents an evening of funky style and rockabilly music. With performances by local groups such as Red Dirt Rebellion Rollergirls, Pseudo Dance Burlesque, Billy Joe Winghead, DJ ATM, and Bryan Dunning and the Rock & Roll Trio Band, the festivities will also feature exhibitions by artists Olivia Frisbee, Amy Coldren, and Spencer Tracy, as well as a Rockabilly 50's Fashion Show.
Oklahoma City, Velvet Monkey Plaza Salon, 1701 N.W. 16th, (405) 528-1106, 7 p.m., FREE!
For more information: http://plazadistrict. Friday, June 12
12
Based on Sidney Lumet's 1957 12 Angry Men, acclaimed director Nikita Mikhalkov's Oscar-nominated 12 is an enthralling dissection of the many personal and social quandaries facing modern-day Russia. The film follows the deliberations of an all-male jury as they decide the fate of a Chechen teenager accused of murdering his adoptive Russian father. As one juror slowly begins to convince the group of the boy's innocence, the foreman reveals that an acquittal could result in the boy's murder by the real criminals and the jury must decide if the right verdict is in itself a death sentence. The film is presented in Russian and Chechen with English subtitles.
Tulsa, Circle Cinema, 12 S. Lewis Ave., (918) 592-FILM, Friday at 7 p.m. with additional screenings throughout the weekend, $5-$8.25.
For more information: http://www.circlecinema.com/ Friday, June 12
Wanda Jackson
Now considered an American icon, Wanda Jackson was only halfway through high school in 1954 when country singer Hank Thompson heard her on an Oklahoma City radio show and asked her to record with his band. By the end of the decade, Jackson had become one of America's first female country and rockabilly singers. Recently inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, the living legend is still known as the Queen of Rock.
Oklahoma City, Rodeo Opry, 2221 Exchange Ave., (405) 297-9773, 7:30 p.m., $15.
For more information: http://www.ohfo.org/Shows.h tm Friday, June 12
Aretha Franklin
As the winner of twenty Grammy Awards, the first female Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, the first African-American woman on the cover of Time Magazine, and the youngest recipient of a Kennedy Center Honor, Aretha Franklin remains a celebrated artist. Often referred to as the Queen of Soul, Franklin's many hits span over half a century and include "Respect," "Chain of Fools," and "A House is Not a Home."
Thackerville, Winstar Casino, 777 Casino Ave., (800) 622-6317, 9 p.m., $75-$100.
For more information: http://www.winstarworldcasino. Saturday, June 13
2009 Arts, Wine and Music Festival
Leading the lineup for Shawnee's 2009 Arts, Wine and Music Festival is Pake McEntire, a homegrown country music artist who began his career by singing with his highly musical family, including sister Reba McEntire. His hits include "Savin' My Love For You," which hit #3 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles charts, and "Heart vs. Heart." Other musicians to be featured during the day-long event include Blood Washed Blues Band and Street Kings.
Shawnee, Downtown, Historical Bell Street, (405) 275-1080, 11 a.m.-11 p.m., FREE!
For more information: http://www.visitshawnee.com/ Saturday, June 13
Buffalofitz
The Metropolitan Library System continues its American Music at the Library tour starring Oklahoma City's Buffalofitz. Drawing comparisons to both Bob Dylan and Hank Williams, the acoustic rock duo utilizes their youthful energy and dynamic sound on a variety of traditional songs, blues, and ballads.
Bethany, Bethany Library, 3510 N. Mueller, (405) 789-8363, 2 p.m., FREE!
For more information: http://www.myspace.com/ Saturday, June 13
June Bug Jam
Now in its thirteenth year, June Bug Jam 2009 is a talent showcase created to benefit Norman's Transition House, a non-profit organization that assists adults recovering from mental illness as they are transitioning from in-patient treatment to community living. Featuring emcee Paul Austin, the celebration will include musical performances by Joan Colee, Katherine Lock, David Wilson-Burns, Tina Anderson, Morgan Brown, Suite 4and more, in addition to both silent and live auctions.
Norman, Sooner Theatre, 101 E. Main St., (405) 360-7926, 7 p.m., $5 donation requested.
For more information: http://www.myspace.com/ Sunday, June 14
J3 Jazz and Blues Band
Constantly striving to preserve and promote the art forms of jazz, blues, and gospel music, the Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Fame features performances by musicians who make contributions to the art form an a local, regional, national, and even international level. The Jazz Hall begins its 2009 Summer Jazz Concert Series with the smooth sounds of the J3 Jazz and Blues Band.
Tulsa, Jazz Depot, 111 E. First St., (918) 281-8600, $5-$20.
For more information: http://www.okjazz.org/
Thursday, June 11, 2009
This Week in Film & Music
As the crow flies, This Week in Film & Music presents a straightforward weekend that is entertaining to the core. The 9th Annual deadCENTER Film Festival hits the nail on the head when it comes to creating a memorable experience for filmmakers and film fans alike.Bartlesville becomes the bull's-eye for classical music lovers at the 25th Annual OKMOZART Festival. Aimed toward raising funds and awareness for Norman's Transition House, June Bug Jam 2009 will feature auctions and live musical performances. These activities should leave you feeling very centered.
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