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Kick off the summer with Oklahoma Shakespeare in the Park and THE ULTIMATE SHAKESPEARIENCE, a Renaissance celebration and fundraiser featuring live entertainment, drinks, hors d'oeuvres, and a silent auction with many fun and unique gifts. The festivities will begin at 7:00PM on Friday, June 1 at the new Myriad Botanical Gardens restaurant in downtown OKC. Tickets are $35 in advance and $40 at the door. For more information or to purchase tickets, call 405-235-3700 or visit www.oklahomashakespeare.com

Members of Lyric Theatre's Thelma Gaylord Academy will present its 2012 spring semester productions of “Sweeney Todd,” “Aladdin Jr.” and “Theo and the Magic Road.”

Students in grades 8 to 12 will stage “Sweeney Todd” at 7 p.m. Thursday and Friday, as well as 2 and 7 p.m. Saturday at the Plaza Theatre, 1725 NW 16.

Academy students in grades 2 to 7 will present Disney's “Aladdin Jr.” at 7 p.m. May 4, as well as 2 and 7 p.m. May 5.

The Academy's third RoKademY presentation of “Theo and the Magic Road” will be staged at 2 and 7 p.m. May 26.

For more information, call 524-9312 or go to www.lyrictheatreokc.com.

A Ziegfeld-inspired extravaganza featuring Oklahoma's greatest senior stars of stage, screen, television and radio.

Kirkpatrick Auditorium • Oklahoma City University • 2501 N Blackwelder

Tickets are $25 and go on sale Monday, April 23 at OCU Ticket Office or by calling 405-208-5227. Tickets can also be purchased at www.okcu.edu/ticketoffice.

Proceeds benefit Mobile Meals of Oklahoma County.

Bring the family and share the magic of Clara's fantastic journey through a land of snow and into a glittering candy land of sweet confections. If you think you know and have seen The Nutcracker, Kathleen Redwine of The Oklahoman sums it up best: "Under the artistic direction of Robert Mills, Oklahoma City Ballet's annual production of The Nutcracker just gets better and better".

Passion and poisonous lies run rampant in this highly charged tragedy of a love destroyed by jealousy. Shakespeare's legendary story reveals the power of suggestion as Iago undermines Othello in a twisted game of betrayal.

Oklahoma Shakespeare in the Park's production of OTHELLO runs September 13 - 29, 2012 at the Myriad Gardens Water Stage in downtown OKC with performances each Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 8:00PM.

Two actors take on all the roles in Charles Ludlam's high-camp comedy with dozens of lightning-quick costume changes. This sidesplitting spoof pokes fun at all that is ridiculous in Gothic horror, Victorian melodrama and classic movies, plus it’s a contender for the funniest American play of the last quarter-century.

Reduxion Theatre Original Sins Season: Sense & Sensibility by Jane Austen, adapted for the stage by Erin Woods

Sense and Sensibility, at the heart, is Austen's tale of sisterhood and self-discovery. Jane Austen's tale is lovingly told in this romantic and stirring new play. In a world-premiere adaptation, Oklahoma playwright, Erin Woods, transports the famous Dashwood sisters to modern day America in this heart-warming re-telling.

651-3191

An Impending Rupture of the Belly by Matt Pelfry

May 4 - 26, 2012

How far would YOU go to defend your family? Matt Pelfry's "galvanizing black comedy" concerns Clay Stilts' desire to fortify his house in preparation for both a new baby and the apocalypse he's convinced is just around the corner. In one reckless moment, Clay's world spins out of control, becoming a microcosm for a global struggle against threats to our security, both real and imagined.

Tickets:
Adult $18 Students (w/id) $13
Seniors (65 and up) $13
Ghostlight Pass $54

For ticket information, call the box office at 405-286-9412
Ghostlight Pass $54

Inspired by Oklahoma City’s own international socialite and Ambassador, Perle Mesta, this musical comedy is full of Irving Berlin tunes you love, like “Hostess with the Mostes” and “You’re Just in Love.” This golden age treasure is directed by Lyric’s Artistic Director Michael Baron, director of Lyric’s 2011 production of RAGTIME.

Before CHICAGO there was SWEET CHARITY. Charity works at a dance club where the motto is “Hey Big Spender.” She has only seen the dark side of life through her bad relationships, but through it all she stays sweet and is hopeful that someday she will find happiness.

Conrad Birdie has “One Last Kiss” for his number one teen fan in Sweet Apple, Ohio, before he is drafted into the Army. Get swept up in the excitement of the Ed Sullivan Show and the hip-thrusting rock and roll star visiting this small town in BYE BYE BIRDIE.

The legend herself in concert- LIVE AT THE CIVIC CENTER!
An intimate evening of music with two-time Tony Award winner CHITA RIVERA performing songs from her legendary Broadway career. Ms. Rivera will perform selections from her most celebrated musicals including WEST SIDE STORY, CHICAGO and more. “You leave this show walking on air!” -The New York Times.

1: May 29 - June 1 - Once Upon a Time...

Theatre I & II----5-7 years, 8-12 years
Dance I & II----5-7 years, 8-12 years
Preschool----3 & 4 year olds

2: June 4 - 8 - Up, Up and Away!

Theatre I & II----5-7 years, 8-10 years
Magic II - Card Tricks----8-10 years
Video Game Design I----5-7 years
Filmmaking II----8-10 years
Little Big Top- Production Camp----8 & Up (3-week production camp)
New: Improv III----11-13 years

3: June 11 - 15 - Into the Woods

Theatre I & II----5-7 years, 8-12 years
Musical Theatre I & II----5-7 years, 8-12 years
Stage Combat II----8-10 years

4: June 18 - 22 - The Topsy, Turvy Show

Theatre I & II----5-7 years, 8-10 years
Circus Arts I & II----5-7 years, 8-10 years
Preschool----3 & 4 years old

5. June 25-29…Damsels, Dragons and Witches, OH MY!

Theatre I & II----5-7 years, 8-10 years
Musical Theatre I & II----5-7 years, 8-10 years
Video Game Design II----8-10 years
NEW! Filmmaking ----11-13 years

6. July 2-6…Epic Tales

This week will be a 4-day camp due to the Independence Day holiday

Theatre I----5-7 years
Radio Show I----5-7 years
Improv II----8 -12 years
Alice in Wonderland Production Camp----8 and up (3-week Production Camp)

7. July 9-13…Fairy Tale Curses: The Villain’s Side of the Story

Theatre I & II----5-7 years, 8-10 years
Musical Theatre I & II----5-7 years, 8-10 years
Magic I----5-7 years
New! Stage Combat III----11-13 years

8. July 16-20…All Things Grimm

Dance I & II----5-7 years, 8-10 years
Stage Combat II----8-10 years
Preschool----3 & 4 year olds
New! Computer Music III----11-13 years

9. July 23-27…Bonjour, Good Morrow and Hola Y’all!

Theatre I: French & Spanish----5-7 year
Theatre II, Spanish----8-10
Puppetry I----5-7 years
Dance II----8-10
New! Acting and Directing with Shakespeare---11-13 years

10. July 30-August 3…Zombie Invasion

Theatre I & II----5-7 years, 8-12 years
Dance I----5-7 years
Aerobic Dance II----8-12 years
Filmmaking II----8-12 years

11. August 6-10…Space: The Final Frontier

Theatre I & II----5-7 years, 8-12 years
Aerobic Dance I----5-7 years
Music Theatre I----5-7 years
Magic II- Illusions----8-12 years
Preschool----3 & 4 year olds

Before and After Care

Camp hours are 9am-4pm. Before/After Care is available from 8-9am and 4-6pm for an additional $10 per day or $45 per week. After Care is available Monday through Thursday only, due to Friday performances. Before and/or After Care can both be used for the same price per day. Before/After Care payments are not discounted or prorated and are non-refundable. You can prepay at the time of enrollment, or pay per daily use. Campers arriving before 8:45am and staying past 4:15pm will be charged for Before/After Care.

To Register for Camps

Enrollment is on a first come first served basis. Classes can fill quickly, so it's recommended that you enroll as early as possible to ensure a place. Please call to check for availability before faxing or mailing your registration.

ONLINE
Online at http://www.oklahomachildrenstheatre.org/enrollment/293

PHONE
Call (405) 606-7003, Monday to Friday 9:00am — 5:00pm

FAX
Fax completed Enrollment Form to (405) 606-7043

MAIL
Mail a completed Enrollment Form to:
Oklahoma Children's Theatre
ATTN: Education
2501 N Blackwelder Ave
Oklahoma City, OK 73106

For more information, or to register for a camp call 405-606-7003 or go to www.oklahomachildrenstheatre.org

MARY POPPINS is bringing its own brand of Broadway magic to theaters across the country, which has Variety raving, “This is the rare touring production that over-delivers on every level!!” Featuring an irresistible story and unforgettable songs from one of the most popular Disney films of all time, plus brand-new breathtaking dance numbers and spectacular stagecraft, MARY POPPINS is everything you could ever want in a hit Broadway show! So get swept up in the fun of this high-flying musical the New York Post gives 4 out of 4 stars and calls “a certifiable super hit!”

The gold standard of classical ballet, Swan Lake, follows the story of Odette, a princess turned into a swan by the evil sorcerer Von Rothbart and Siegfried, a prince who falls in love with the fragile heroine. Featuring the incredible score by Tchaikovsky with the Oklahoma City Philharmonic conducted by Maestro Joel Levine and international caliber guest artists, this incredible event is perfect for all ages.