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The OKC Ballet reinvents Stravinsky's The Firebird A Black Swan is not the only bird in classical ballet. On Feb. 11 and 12, the Oklahoma City Ballet will present Stravinsky's The Firebird. Artistic Director Robert Mills will put his own spin on this classic tale of good vs. evil. Choreographer of the 2009 hit The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, Alan Hineline will create a new world premiere work for this program that also includes one of Robert Mills' signature works In Between Dreams. Your Valentine will love this evening of dance never seen before in Oklahoma. For more information, visit the OKC Ballet website. 
America's Got Talent star performs in Bricktown tonight Cas Haley first entered the national spotlight in 2007 as a contestant on the second season of the hit TV show America’s Got Talent. He wowed the judges with his own Reggae-inspired rendition of "Walking on the Moon" (check out David Hasselhoff's reaction!) He quickly became a fan favorite with his natural talent and effervescent personality and finished the season in second place. Cas will host an intimate performance at the ACM@UCO Performance Lab (329 E. Sheridan in Bricktown) tonight at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 at Ticketmaster.com and $15 at the door. Learn more about Cas at CasHaley.com.
Sneak preview of The Artist Hollywood, 1927. George Valentin (Jean Dujardin) is one of Hollywood’s reigning silent screen idols, instantly recognizable with his slim moustache and signature white tie and tails. Starring in exotic tales of intrigue and derring-do, the actor has turned out hit after hit for Kinograph, the studio run by cigar-chomping mogul Al Zimmer (John Goodman). For young dancer Peppy Miller (Bérénice Bejo), the future will be what she makes of it. Vivacious and good-humored, Peppy first crosses George’s path at his film premiere and then as an extra. When Hollywood falls under the sway of the captivating new talking pictures, George wants no part of the new technology, scorning the talkie as a vulgar fad. By 1929, however Kinograph is preparing to cease all silent film production and George faces a choice: embrace sound, like the rising young star Peppy Miller; or risk a slide into obscurity. The Artist screens at the Oklahoma City Museum of Art Feb. 9 at 7:30 p.m., Feb. 10 – 11 at 2 p.m., Feb. 12 at 12:30 p.m. and Feb. 14 – 16 at 7:30 p.m. For more information and to view the trailer online, visit the OKCMOA website.
Get checked out at the library tonight Sign up for speed dating at the Downtown Library and get checked out! Just in time for Valentine's Day, this event takes place on Thursday, Feb. 9 at 6:30 p.m. and is open to participants age 25-45. Bring a book you love or loathe as a conversation starter. The session is free but space is limited, so register at metrolibrary.org to reserve your space.
This isn't a rodeo... this is PBR! Buckle up, Oklahoma City, the Professional Bull Riders (PBR) are coming to town. The PBR Express Classic will take place Feb. 10 – 12 at the Chesapeake Energy Arena. The annual event pits the 35 best bull riders in the world against the toughest bulls on the planet. It’s the 6th stop of the elite Built Ford Tough Series, as the Top 40 bull riders in the world risk it all for three unforgettable nights. Fans will witness thrilling 8-second rides and jaw-dropping wrecks throughout each performance as the PBR's insanely brave cowboys risk it all against monstrous animal athletes that can weigh as much as 2,000 pounds. PBR riders will sign autographs from 12-1 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 11, at Bass Pro Shops, (200 Bass Pro Drive). There will be family-friendly activities from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., including stick-bull riding and bull roping as well as mechanical bull rides. For more information, visit the Chesapeake Energy Arena website, or PBR.com.
Learn how to save big on your grocery bill The OKC Downtown College will host another free ‘Tuesday Topics’ seminar, “Couponing: Clip and Save” on Tuesday, Feb. 28th, from 12-1p.m. on the 4th Floor of the Downtown Library. The guest speaker, Terri Talley, will share the secrets of successful couponing. Whether you’re looking to save money on grocery bills, or just want to learn all the tricks, come join us during your lunch hour. The seminar includes a free lunch, compliments of Allegiance Credit Union. Please RSVP to 232.3382 by noon on Feb. 27.
Downtown Library hosts valentine concert with Wayne McEvilly The Downtown Library's Second Sunday Valentine Concert will take place on Sunday, Feb. 12 at 2 p.m. and will feature the musical stylings of pianist Wayne McEvilly. All ages are welcome to attend and enjoy the music of Chopin, Liszt and Satie. The performance will be followed by a reception with coffee, tea, chocolate and more. For more information, call the Downtown Library at 606.3879 or visit metrolibrary.org.
Treat your valentine to an extra-special evening at the Skirvin It’s never too early to think about Valentine’s Day and there's not a more romantic place to celebrate than the Park Avenue Grill at the historic Skirvin Hilton Hotel. Treat your sweetheart to a special, four-course meal with wine pairings and Champagne offered for $75 per person. The menu and special pricing is available on Saturday, Feb. 11 and Tuesday, Feb. 14. For an extra-romantic evening, enjoy pre- or post-dinner cocktails just steps away in the Red Piano Bar. Special room rates are also available. Reservations are encouraged and can be made by calling 702.8444.
RUNderground 5k Fun Run Join us Saturday, February 11, 2012, for the second annual RIVERSPORT RUNderground 5K Family Fun Run through the OKC Underground. Avoid those chilly winter winds and join us for this unique event to run through the tunnels underneath downtown OKC! The run is a non-timed, fun run for the whole family that includes stairs and escalators. Strollers are prohibited. All participants will receive a complimentary T-shirt and free admission to the Bart and Nadia Sports and Health Festival in association with the Oklahoman. T-shirts will be handed out after the race at the RIVERSPORT booth at the Festival. The run will begin and end at the Cox Convention Center in the Northwest Lobby. Registration opens at 10:30 a.m. and the race begins at 12 p.m. Parking is available at the Cox Convention Center on the day of the event. The entry fee is $25 for adults and $15 for ages 12 and under. Online registration is now open and will remain open through Feb. 10. The run is limited to the first 300 people – so register today.
Thunder Up Check out the Thunder schedule for the upcoming month.
Barons fans, mark your calendars! Come support your Barons next Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Saturday, Feb. 19 is also Hockey Stick Giveaway night. The first 2,000 fans will receive a Barons Hockey stick upon entry. Ask about special ticket offers such as our Hat Trick Plan: 7 undated tickets and an official Barons Hat. Starting at just $89. Get your tickets today by calling 232.GOAL. Check out the schedule for this month: Feb. 17 – vs. Milwaukee Admirals
Project180 Update Don't frown at the construction downtown... let us show you how to get around! Visit the Project180 website or check them out on Facebook and Twitter Be informed and prepared for traffic changes downtown by joining the Project180 mailing list Get the Project180 weekly map here Check out the Downtown Traffic Advisory updates
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