Out & about in OKC
ACM@UCO The University of Central Oklahoma teamed up with the Academy of Contemporary Music of London to offer a music education unlike any other in the United States. Students are taught by accomplished musicians, production experts and music business professionals, and receive master class instruction from some of today’s stars from the world of rock, pop, gospel and country music. ACM@ UCO is located in Bricktown, where the streets bear the names of the city’s rock-music legends. Armstrong Auditorium Equal parts architectural marvel and performance venue, the Armstrong Auditorium in Edmond is a luxury venue that hosts premier concerts and performing arts, ranging from the Russian National Ballet to classical, jazz or even bluegrass music, depending on the season. Civic Center Music Hall This renovated Art Deco concert hall in downtown Oklahoma City has been entertaining residents since 1937, but a major renovation as part of the original MAPS initiative gave it a whole new life. The Civic Center Music Hall hosts a wide variety of performances, including Broadway musicals, ballet, opera and symphony orchestra concerts. The Civic Center staff also programs events at the Hudiburg Events Center in Midwest City.
With a spirited environment, unique history and creative drive, Oklahoma City is a place where culture and commerce thrive. From sporting events to opera performances, Oklahoma City’s diversity, creativity and its can-do attitude can be seen all around town. Because of numerous closures during the pandemic, be sure to check each attraction’s social media pages or website to see the most up-to-date hours and events. Learn more about what to see and do at www.ABetterLifeOKC.com/things-to-do. Arts & Culture No matter what you’re looking for, Oklahoma City is sure to dazzle you. You can gaze in awe at the world’s largest Chihuly glass tower. Be sure to catch an outdoor concert at one of two parks in the middle of downtown. Don’t forget to explore the treasures of our major museums. And take time to browse the organic creativity flowing from dozens of art galleries and performance venues. With three major arts festivals each year and more than 50 independent galleries showcasing local artists, Oklahoma City’s exuberant art scene provides the perfect mix of mainstream and off-beat art encounters. Art can be seen just driving down the road or browsing a neighborhood. The city has become a hub for murals, with some even changing every few months. In fact, USA Today recently named Oklahoma City as the best place in the nation for public art.
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