RACE Dance at Aqueous
Jan. 27-28
Under the Radar: Otto Frank
Obie Award-winning collaborators Roger Guenveur Smith and Marc Anthony Thompson have devised a new work inspired by Otto Frank, the father of diarist Anne Frank. Smith's intimate meditation, scored live by Thompson, illuminates our present moment through a rigorous interrogation of our not-so-distant past. Smith's Frank addresses his daughter beyond her time and his own. Presented in partnership with OKC Rep and The Public Theater.
Feb. 9 | 6-9 p.m.
Opening celebration | The Art of Food
Join us for the opening celebration for The Art of Food: From the Collections of Jordan D. Schnitzer and His Family Foundation. This fun, thoughtful exhibition features more than 100 artworks by 36 well-known contemporary artists, including Andy Warhol, Roy Lichtenstein, Jenny Holzer and Ed Ruscha. Opening event includes light bites from local chefs, a bar and music.
Feb. 11 | 1-4 p.m.
Second Saturday
Enjoy an afternoon of art-making with us! Make a clay portrait, join a family-friendly tour of our gallery and explore an Art Pack full of engaging activities for all ages. All Second Saturday activities are free and open to the public.
Feb. 23-March 5
Superstitions
A foreigner finds a penny on the ground. When he tries to offer it to a stranger — it sparks an absurd and frightening conversation about American “bad luck.” An unlikely group of strangers intersect in this unconventional comedy about navigating personal and national terrors. Who knew the ridiculous could be so terrifying? Presented in partnership with OKC Rep.
Monday, March 6 | 8-11 p.m.
The Art of Food: An Evening Off
The Garde’s Industry Night will celebrate the hardworking folks in the restaurant/hospitality industry with a larger-than-life party. It’s our chance to give an incredible night to the people who work to make our nights fun, festive and unforgettable! Tickets are $5. Complimentary beer, wine and snacks will be served.
March 11 | 1-4 p.m.
Second Saturday XL: Eat Your Art Out
To celebrate The Art of Food exhibition, March’s Second Saturday XL will be serving up an entire menu of creative fun! Bring the family out for a free afternoon of food-focused art-making, engaging performances, and appetizing activities.
March 16 & 17 | 7 p.m.
SQUID
SQUID is a work of dance theater centering on the intimacy contained in the imaginary space of two people trapped at the bottom of the ocean. SQUID is partly inspired by Vampyroteuthis Infernalis (“vampire squid from hell”) by Viliém Flusser and Louis Bec. Described as “part scientific treatise, part spoof, part philosophical discourse, part fable,” the authors suggest a powerful and ancient relationship between humans and vampyroteuthes.
April 6 | 7-8 p.m.
The Art of Food: In Conversation with Neal Ambrose Smith and Loretta Barrett Oden
Join us for a conversation about art, Indigenous foodways, and food sovereignty featuring artist Neal Ambrose Smith and Chef Loretta Oden moderated by Greg Horton.
April 8 | 1-4 p.m.
Second Saturday
Join us and create a mouthwatering masterpiece out of edible materials including graham crackers, candies, icing and more. All Second Saturday activities are free and open to the public.
April 27-May 7
The Brothers Size
In the Louisiana bayou, big brother Ogun Size is hardworking and steady. Younger brother Oshoosi is just out of prison and aimless. Elegba, Oshoosi’s old prison-mate, is a mysterious complication. Flights of poetry, music, dance and West African mythology combine in a contemporary tale that explores the tenuousness of freedom and the need to belong somewhere, to something, to someone. Presented in partnership with OKC Rep.
June 23-25
Unboxed
Unboxed is a celebration of contemporary dance by three world-renowned choreographers at the top of their field: Rena Butler and Larry Keigwin along with a member from OKC Ballet’s own company. Each choreographer will present a short work, and visual artist Yatika Fields will collaborate on the project with his vibrant, energetic works of art. Presented in partnership with Oklahoma City Ballet.
For box office support, email boxoffice@okcontemp.org or call 405 951 0000 during business hours.
Images:
Text treatment for Under the Radar: On the Road. Provided by OKC Rep.
Text treatment for Superstitions. Provided by OKC Rep.
Installation view of The Art of Food at the Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at Portland State University, including David Hockney's Caribbean Tea Time (1985-87). Photo: Deann Orr / Jordan Schnitzer Family Foundation.
The Garde logo.
SQUID choreographers and performers Leslie Kraus and Douglas Gillespie. Photo: Tessa Fungo.
Text treatment for The Brothers Size. Provided by OKC Rep.
Courtney Connor Jones, principal, and Randolph Fernandez, Corps de Ballet. Photo: Jana Carson.
