Thursday, September 17, 2009 - Sunday, September 20, 2009
Sustain your excitement: This Week in Film and Music has returned! The Oklahoma City Museum of Art renews our energy with a series of progressive eco-friendly films. Be sure to leave the good kind of footprints on the dance floor whenBoomBox drops by Cain's. Grab your friends and carpool to Newkirk to see Willie Nelson live at the First Council Casino. Global warming may be heating things up, but TWIFM promises to keep you cool.
Thursday, September 17
Oklahoma Music Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Concert
The Oklahoma Music Hall of Fame hosts its 13th Annual Concert and Induction Ceremony, featuring performances by the 2009 inductees Carrie Underwood,Rocky Frisco, and Ramona Reed. Each of the three recipients is known worldwide for their musical talent and deserves this prestigious honor. In addition to the 2009 inductees, C.H. Parker will be presented with the coveted Governor's Award.
Muskogee, Civic Center, 425 Boston St., (918) 697-0800, 7 p.m., $39.95-$79.95
For more information: http://www.
Willie Nelson
American country icon, singer-songwriter, author, poet, actor and activist, Willie Nelson is a man of many hats. Known for his hits "Mama Don't Let Your Babies Grow Up To Be Cowboys" and "You Were Always on My Mind," Nelson remains a vital voice not only in today's music scene, but also as the founder and president of Farm Aid. Always the renegade and advocate, Nelson continues to tour, record, perform and release new music and is still charming crowds at age 76.
Newkirk, First Council Casino, 12875 N. Hwy 77, (877) 725-2670, 7 p.m., $35
For more information: http://www.myfirstwin.com/
Sustainability on Film
The Oklahoma City Museum of Art is proud to present a weekend of eco-friendly "green" films. These films examine complex environmental issues, along with the way humans are finding simple innovative solutions to Earth's big problems.
The Great Squeeze: Surviving the Human Project
This feature documentary examines the startling fact that humanity's demands for resources exceed the earth's capacity to sustain us.
Thursday, 7:30 p.m.
The Greening of Southie
The Greening of Southie is a feature documentary about the construction of The Macallen Building, Boston's first residential green building, and the skeptical workers who are asked to build it. The film ventures into the world of new environmentalists and the future of the way we live.
Friday, 5:30 p.m.
Food Inc.
Food Inc. exposes the secrets of the American food industry kept hidden from consumers. The film discusses the government regulatory agencies in control of the industry and how they often put profit ahead of the health and safety of the American people.
Friday, 8 p.m.
The Garden
The fourteen-acre community garden in South Central Los Angeles is the largest urban garden in the United States. Developed as a form of healing after the 1992 L.A. riots, the garden has provided the people of a blighted neighborhood with sense of community and a way to feed their families. Now, the city of Los Angeles has bulldozers poised to level the inner city oasis. The Garden depicts the struggle to keep the garden alive and the bureaucracy behind bringing it down. The film also raises questions about liberty, equality, and justice for the vulnerable.
Saturday, 5:30 p.m.
No Impact Man
In this feature documentary, an uptown 5th Avenue family that vows to give up their ways of high consumption to make as little environmental impact as possible for one year. The family sacrifices luxuries like automated transportation and TV for bicycle rides and locally produced food. The film demonstrates the struggles of one man trying to radically change his family's lifestyle.
Saturday, 8 p.m.
Earth Days
Earth Days looks back on the dawn and development of the modern environmental movement, including the first ever Earth Day in 1970. The film takes a look at humanity's complex relationship with nature and the history of achievements and past opportunities to improve the environment.
Sunday, 2 p.m.
Oklahoma City, Museum of Art, 415 Couch Dr., (405) 236-3100, Each Film is $5 for members and $8 for non-members
For more information: http://www.okcmoa.com/film
BoomBox with Digital Beatdown
BoomBox is a diverse American dance duo, founded in 2004 by lead vocalist and guitar player Zion Godchaux. Producer/DJ/drummer Russ Randolph rounds off the group with his unique brand of smooth, laid back grooves. BoomBox has incorporated some of this rich history into their music, a fusion of Rock and Roll, Vintage Psychedelic and House. Opening the show is Digital Beatdown, known for their synthed out grooves and relentless live electronic drumming.
Tulsa, Cain's Ballroom, 423 N. Main St., (918) 584-2306, 8 p.m., $10
For more information: http://www.thisisboombox.com/
Little Ashes
Set against the backdrop of Spain during the 1920s-1930s, Little Ashes chronicles the meeting of three of the era's most creative talents: filmmaker Luis Bunuel, artist Salvador Dali, and poet Federico Garcia Lorca. Robert Pattinson of Twilight fame stars as Dali whose relationship with Lorca soon turns into a passionate love affair. Circle Cinema's presentation of Little Ashes marks one of its first screenings in the state. For a complete schedule of screening times, please visit their website.
Tulsa, Circle Cinema, 12 S. Lewis Ave., (918) 592-3456, 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and 4:45 p.m. on Sunday, $5-$9
For more information: http://www.circlecinema.com
Fabulous Friday Night Follies: Okra Oklahoma
The Rodeo Opry Theatre is proud to present its Friday Night Follies starring Okra Oklahoma. Follow the eco-friendly teen pop sensation (Played by Haley Anderson) and her friend Matt on their outlandish adventures as they perform a medley of classic country, rock, and pop standards. Featuring the talents of many of Oklahoma's finest performers, this show promises to be a fun-filled event for the entire family.
Oklahoma City, Rodeo Opry Theatre, 2221 Exchange Ave., (405) 297-9773, 7:30 p.m., $6 - $12
For more information: http://www.ohfo.org/Shows.htm
Earth Rhythms
Living Arts of Tulsa and Deborah J. Hunter present Earth Rhythms, a night of poetry, drumming, and dance. Featured poets include Tony B., Claire Collins, andTony Henley. Leslie Brown and Dianna Burrup will perform on the drums and percussion, followed by the Triple Threat hip-hop dance trio.
Tulsa, Living Arts, 307 E. Brady, (918) 585-1234, 8 p.m., $7
For more information: http://www.livingarts.org/
Camille Harp
One of Oklahoma's most sought after musicians, Camille Harp, performs tirelessly at shows throughout the region. Harp's impressive live performances allow her to connect with fans as she showcases her soaring vocals, moving lyrics, and emotional depth. Her roots in Americana and folk roots can be heard on tracks such as "Like the Rain," "Your Chances Are High," and "Simple."
Norman, Othello's, 434 Buchanan Ave., (405) 360-2353, 9 p.m., FREE!
For more information: http://www.myspace.com/
Kevin Watson's Air Loom
No stranger to the jam and bluegrass scene, Kevin Watson continues to bring together talented Oklahoma artists to create a unique flavor of folk, reggae, and funk sounds. "Simple Way to Be" and "Regardless" show off his talented singer/songwriter dexterity that leaves the audience wanting more. He has played alongside Railroad Earth, Jacob Fred Jazz Odyssey, The String Cheese Incident, Mama Sweet, and many others.
Oklahoma City, 51st Street Speakeasy, 1114 NW 51st St, 10 p.m., 21+, Cover Charge May Apply
For more information: http://profile.myspace.com/
Saturday, September 19
Wanda Jackson with Becky Hobbs
We've listed the many accomplishments of the Queen of Rock before; we are always happy to brag on the Maude native and American icon! She has enjoyed dozens of hits over the decades, including "Let's Have a Party." Becky Hobbs is an American country music singer, songwriter and pianist, with multiple charted singles.
Ponca City, The Poncan Theatre, 104 E. Grand Ave., (580) 765-0943, 7:30 p.m., $15
For more information: http://www.poncantheatre.org/
Oklahoma City Philharmonic Grand Opening
The grand opening night of the Oklahoma City Philharmonic will feature cellistSteven Isserlis and Joel Levine as conductor. Selections include Dvorak's Concerto for Cello in B minor, and Stravinsky's Suite from The Firebird.Levine will also lead the orchestra in Tchaikovsky'sSymphony No. 4. Tickets may be purchased online.
Oklahoma City, Civic Center, 201 N. Walker, (405) 297-2264, 8 p.m., $20-$65
For more information: http://www.okcphilharmonic.
Katie Mariah
Drawing inspiration from her musical development in Oklahoma and New York, Enid singer-songwriter Katie Mariah creates pop-country with strong vocals and lyrical sweetness mixed with rock and folk. Though she has just recently entered the music industry, Mariah has already filmed her first music video for "Thinkin' Bout You," and recently released her debut album, Hit the Ground Running.
Perry, Cherokee Strip Celebration, On the Square, 8 p.m., Cover Charge May Apply
For more information: http://www.katiemariah.com/
Justin Echols
The Tulsa Jazz Depot presents Oklahoma City pianist/vocalist Justin Echols. Echols has taken the Oklahoma City jazz scene to a new level with an infusion of traditional jazz standards with his own take of authentic jazz culture. The performance will be a part of the 2009 Autumn Jazz concert series.
Tulsa, Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Fame, 111 E. First St. (Upper Level), (918) 281-8600, 5 p.m., $15
For more information: http://www.okjazz.org
Manhattan Short Film Festival
The Manhattan Short Film festival received 428 short film entries from 36 countries and selected ten of the best films to be distributed through the Manhattan Short Cinema network. The festival will screen 532 times in 173 Cities across five continents in one week. Film lovers in Tulsa will be able to come together with over 100,000 people around the world to vote on the number one short film. Encore screenings: Monday, September 21st.
Tulsa, Circle Cinema, 10 S. Lewis Ave., (918) 592-3456, 7 p.m., $6
For more information: http://www.msfilmfest.com/
SPECIAL NOTICE!
Wanda Jackson Way Dedication Ceremony and Concert
Join us on Wednesday, September 30, at 1:30 p.m. at Wanda Jackson Way (Between Mickey Mantle and Oklahoma Avenues) in Bricktown, Oklahoma City, to celebrate the dedication of Wanda Jackson Way. The ceremony will also feature a very special live musical performance by the Queen of Rock herself!
For more information visit: http://www.oklahomafilm.org
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