Party is a ‘first look’ at new immersvie art experience at Factory Obscura

Guests were treated to a “firstlook”’ fundraiser for a new immersive, theatrical art experience coming to Factory Obscura in October at the home of Todd and Melissa Scaramucci.

According to Artistic Director, Leslie Hensley, “Hoppis” is a “space jungle zoo with no walls.” Guests enjoyed a preview of the characters in “Hoppis” along with a performance by Carter Sampson.

OKC Ballet

Girls’ party

Holly Healy, Joan Frates, Carol Kilpatrick and Annie Bohanon at a girls cocktail party at 1515 Lincoln. Annie bought the party at a charity auction benefiting the OKC Ballet. Ballet Artist Director Ryan JolicoeurNye acted as the chef, making handrolled sushi for the ladies.

Dogs

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The main focus is try-

These babies are available for adoption at Village Animal ing to get these animals out of here and into a loving home.”

Consider adopting or volunteering at the Village Animal Shelter. It is located in the city’s Public Works complex at 1701 NW 115 St.

Annabelle Givens and Suzanne Cunningham.

At left: Betsy Berry and Wiley Hugos; and, at right, Julee Coyle and Marilyn Meade.

Above: Trying out Jolicoeur-Nye’s sushi are Joy Richardson and Carol Troy. At right: Meghan Spears, Liz Haskins, Donna Spears and Seyan and Virginia Hefner.

Theatre

June 22­25 •

Finding Nemo, Jr.

Disney’s Finding Nemo JR. is a 60minute musical adaptation of the beloved 2003 Pixar movie Finding Nemo, with new music and memorable songs. Finding Nemo JR brings a vibrant underwater world to life on stage in a story full of family, friendship and adventure. Showing at Sooner Theatre, 110 E. Main St., Norman. Tickets are $15 at soonertheatre.org.

June 23­25 • Unboxed

In collaboration with Oklahoma Contemporary, Oklahoma City Ballet presents Unboxed as an addition to the 2022/23 Season. Unboxed is a celebration of contemporary dance by three worldrenowned choreographers at the top of their field: Rena Butler, Larry Keigwin and Ryan Jolicoeur­Nye. Each choreographer presents a short work and visual artist Yatika Starr Fields will design set and costume pieces in collaboration with Rena Butler. Unboxed was created to increase accessibility to new ballet audiences. For the first time ever, Oklahoma City Ballet and Oklahoma Con­

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July 28 • Bowling for Rhinos

The OKC Zoo and Botanical Garden’s chapter of the American Association of Zoo Keepers (AAZK) invites you to score a win for rhino conservation at their annual fundraiser, Bowling for Rhinos presented by Guizzetti­Winsworth Foundation on Friday, July 28 at Bowlero Edmond, 3501 S Blvd, Edmond from 6 to 10 pm. Bowling for Rhinos is perfect for wildlife fans of all ages. Families, teams and individuals are welcome to participate. Visit okczoo.org for tickets.

temporary will make ticket prices “pay what you can,” removing the financial burden from those who want to experience a dance performance. Show times at 2 and 7:30 pm. Visit okcballet.org for details.

June 27­July 2 • The Sound of Music

After a 16­year hiatus, Lyric Theatre is alive again with The Sound of Music! Rodgers and Hammerstein’s beloved family favorite returns in an all­new production featuring a 75­member cast and live orchestra. Your spirits will soar to the Tony, Grammy and Oscar­winning scores, including “Climb Ev’ry Mountain,” “My Favorite Things,” “Do Re Mi,” “Edelweiss,” “Sixteen Going on Seventeen” and the title number, “The Sound of Music.” Hailed as one of the world’s most beloved musicals and

PBR Freedom Fest ­ Sept. 8­10

Jelly Roll ­ Sept. 19

Koe Wetzel ­ Sept. 30

ODESZA ­ Oct. 12

Jason Aldean ­ Oct. 13

Nate Bargatze ­ Oct. 22 Hot Wheels Monster Trucks ­ Nov. 18­19 perfect for audiences of all ages. The Sound of Music is produced in collaboration with Canterbury Voices showing at the Civic Center. More details at lyrictheatreokc.com.

Exhibits

June 24 • Artist Demo

Join The Art Hall OKC on Saturday, June 24, for an informative and interactive artist demonstration and workshop in conjunction with our exhibition, Shyanne Dickey & Edward Grady: Rising. Artists will demonstrate and talk about their art­making processes around 2 pm and hands­on activities will be available for guests of all ages for the duration of the event. This event is free and familyfriendly and takes place from 2 ­ 4 pm at the Art Hall, 519 NW 23rd St.

Zoo Amphitheatre: Young the Giant ­ June 30 Sam Hunt ­ Aug. 5 Incubus ­ Aug. 20 Rick Springfield ­ Aug. 23 All American Rejects ­ Oct. 14