OKCPHIL program for the 21-22 season March 18-19, 2022 Pops concert "Ballroom with a Twist"

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BRENT HART, President Oklahoma Philharmonic Society, Inc. Welcome to tonight’s concert. For thirty-three seasons, the OKC Phil has been performing incredible concerts in Civic Center Music Hall, performances throughout our community and just this last year directly in your homes as we practiced social distancing. This year we are most excited to welcome you back!

Our Classics and Pops series, Discovery concerts, partner collaborations and community performances are an integral component of our vibrant arts community. Our dedicated musicians, led by Maestro Alexander Mickelthwate, continue to delight us each season with vibrant programming, and this year is no exception. Executive Director Agnieszka Rakhmatullaev and her exceptional team collaborate with city and public health officials to make these performances possible and our heartfelt thanks go to our community leaders and healthcare workers for all their tireless efforts. We also thank the Orchestra League and the Associate Board for their volunteer and fundraising efforts that make these programs possible.

One final thanks to our valued patrons, for being here tonight and for your continued support. I hope you enjoy this musical journey at this, and many more, concerts to come.

KRISTEN BRANDT FERATE, President Oklahoma City Orchestra League

CHRISTA BENTLEY, President Associate Board

On behalf of the Oklahoma City Orchestra League, welcome back to our beloved Civic Center and the music.

On behalf of the Oklahoma City Philharmonic Associate Board, I am honored to welcome you to the 2021-2022 season. The OKC Philharmonic and their team of staff proved last season that they are capable of making music in any and all circumstances. If you take a glance at this season’s program, you’ll see that concert goers in Oklahoma City are once again receiving a concert music experience that will enrich our city, featuring innovative programming and top-notch musicians.

Music is the Universal Language. It is the only language that every individual can comprehend. Each member of the audience tonight will share in a social cohesion that can only occur through the appreciation and hearing of symphonic music. As we emerge from the chaos and anxiety of the pandemic let us take joy and find peace in the gift of the Oklahoma City Philharmonic.

The Oklahoma City Orchestra League is comprised of a diverse and energetic membership whose mission is to support the Oklahoma City Philharmonic through educational, community and fundraising endeavors. We would be delighted to have you join.

It’s the Associate Board’s mission to connect young professionals to this concert-going experience. We do this through our Overture Society—a three-concert package— plus expanded networking opportunities, social events, and discounts. Reach out to join Overture and take the next steps to becoming a supporter of the arts in OKC!

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AGNIESZKA RAKHMATULLAEV Welcome to the OKCPHIL’s 2021-22 Season and we are thrilled to have you back with us!

After an unprecedented season, your OKCPHIL under the direction of Maestro Mickeltwate is coming back onto the stage full force with some wonderful programs. While things might not be entirely back to normal yet, we hope that each of our concerts will bring you joy and inspiration.

The Inasmuch Foundation Classics Series features orchestral staples, such as the First Symphonies of Beethoven and Mahler, Dvořák’s “New World” Symphony and Rimsky Korsakov’s beloved Scheherazade. We will collaborate with world-renowned artists including Berlin Phiharmonic’s First Concertmaster Noah Bendix-Balgley, Tabla virtuoso Sandeep Das, and guest conductor Rei Hotoda. We will also continue to feature the remarkable talents of our own musicians with Principal Horn Kate Pritchett and Principal Bassoonist Rod Ackmann joining us as soloists for the opening and closing Classics programs of the season. We are excited to continue our journey of discovering the lesser-known gems and celebrating diversity through music by exploring works by African American, American Indian, and East Indian composers.

As always, our Pops Series offers something for everyone: the popular songs of Billy Joel and Whitney Houston, the spectacular Holiday tradition The Christmas Show, the dazzling dancers who will turn the Civic Center stage into a ballroom, and our season’s grand finale featuring the timeless Star Wars This lineup will be accompanied by our phenomenal orchestra, so I encourage you to bring your family and friends along to enjoy each of these programs.

Additionally, the OKCPHIL remains committed to expanding its presence outside of the concert hall through a variety of Education and Community Engagement programs. From our Society of Strings program for adult amateur string players, to our ongoing partnership with OU Health, as well as small ensemble presence in local schools, our mission continues to impact thousands of Oklahomans of all ages.

We are deeply grateful for the ongoing support and generosity that makes all of this possible. Despite the challenges brought by the pandemic, the OKCPHIL remains committed to serving our community and we look forward to seeing you at our concerts throughout this season!

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ALEXANDER MICKELTHWATE Beginning his fourth season as Music Director of the Oklahoma City Philharmonic, Conductor Alexander Mickelthwate’ s exciting musical programming has created a buzz across the city, drawing people from all walks of life to the concert hall. Originally from Germany, Mickelthwate is also Music Director Emeritus of the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra in Canada.

Since starting his Winnipeg tenure in 2006 he played a pivotal role in the rejuvenation and turnaround of the Winnipeg Symphony which culminated in a highly successful and critically acclaimed performance at Carnegie Hall in May 2014. The New York Times noted the performance was “conducted expertly,” and the New York Classical review stated “under music director Alexander Mickelthwate, they play with excellent intonation and such a fine overall blend and balance of sound that, on their own terms, they may be the best orchestra to appear in the week’s worth of concerts.”

Deeply rooted in his German heritage, Norman Lebrecht wrote about Mickelthwate’s interpretation of Mahler’s 10th Symphony with the Winnipeg Symphony: “Both Mahler 10 performances were intense and engaging. Every twist and turn in the score was fresh and surprising to my ears.”

And his interpretation of Bruckner’s Symphony No. 7 prompted the pianist Anton Kuerti to write a letter to the newspaper saying, “I would like to call attention to the stunning performance heard after the intermission. To play Bruckner’s Symphony No. 7 with the passion, profundity, emotional intensity, subtlety and degree of perfection achieved by conductor Alexander Mickelthwate and the Winnipeg Symphony can only be called miraculous.”

In North America Alexander has guest conducted the New York Philharmonic, the Chicago Symphony, Seattle Symphony, Houston Symphony, Vancouver Symphony, Atlanta Symphony, Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra, Saint Luke’s, Milwaukee Symphony, Rochester Philharmonic and Toronto Symphony, among others.

His European debut was with the Hamburg Symphony. He also conducted the BBC London, Stuttgart Radio Orchestra, Royal Scottish, Deutsche Kammerphilharmonie Bremen and NDR Hannover. Other notable performances include the Sao Paulo Symphony and the Simon Bolivar Orchestra in Venezuela. He made his Australia debut with the Adelaide Symphony and the Tasmania Orchestra where he recorded the Mozart piano concerti Nos. 7 and 10 with the Silber Garburg Duo. Alexander Mickelthwate has worked several times with Dame Evelyn Glennie conducting the world premiere of two new

percussion concerti by Vincent Ho. He also worked with Itzhak Perlman, Joshua Bell, Yuja Wang, Dawn Upshaw, Plácido Domingo, Ben Heppner, Horatio Gutiérrez, Emanuel Ax, Leonidas Kavakos and Sarah Chang, among many others, and he worked very closely with a wide range of composers including Phil Glass, Steve Reich, Sofia Gubaidulina, Kaija Saariaho, John Adams, John Luther Adams and Mason Bates.

After guest conducting the Simon Bolivar Orchestra and experiencing the life-changing power of the El Sistema program in Venezuela for underprivileged children, Alexander played an instrumental part in creating Sistema Winnipeg.

For three years Alexander created a critically acclaimed Indigenous Festival in Winnipeg. Passionate to connect with all cultures, he created artistic collaborations between First Nations and western cultures that culminated in the performances of Stravinsky’s Rite of Spring and Revueltas’ Les Noches de los Mayas with new choreographies of contemporary and First Nations dance.

The Winnipeg New Music Festival is an international institution.

Alexander broadened the repertoire and created many new collaborations connecting with different audiences. Because of the programming of the festival the WSO was chosen to perform at the Spring for Music Festival at Carnegie Hall in 2014.

A few of the most creative projects of the festival for Alexander were the performance of movie director Guy Maddin’s Brand Upon a Brain with narration by actress Isabella Rossellini, the workshopping of a new opera Tesla by movie director Jim Jarmusch and composer Phil Klein, and a production of Gavin Bryar’s The Sinking of the Titanic at PanAm Pool.

Alexander has conducted for President Jimmy Carter and the Queen of England, and he received the Queen Diamond Jubilee Medal and the Key to the City of Winnipeg.

Born and raised in Frankfurt Germany to a musical family, Alexander received his degree from the Peabody Institute of Music.

He studied conducting under Fredric Prausnitz and Gustav Meier as well as with Seiji Ozawa, Andre Previn, Daniel Barenboim and Robert Spano at Tanglewood. Following his tenure as Assistant Conductor with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, which he completed in 2004, Alexander was Associate Conductor of the Los Angeles Philharmonic for three years, under the direction of Esa-Pekka Salonen.

Alexander and his family make Oklahoma City their home. He is married to fashion designer Abigail Mickelthwate and has two sons.

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Directors Christa Bentley Robyn Birdwell Lori Dickinson Black Phil Busey Lawrence H. Davis Kristen Ferate Joy Hammons Kirk Hammons Dean Jackson Mautra Staley Jones Wesley Knight

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ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF John Allen Interim General Manager

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The Oklahoma City Philharmonic Foundation was established to provide leadership and endowment expertise to help ensure a stable financial base for orchestral music and musical excellence in Oklahoma City for generations to come. Distributions from the Oklahoma City Philharmonic Foundation provide a meaningful and secure source of annual income for the Philharmonic’s operations, continually confirming the importance of endowment in an organization’s longrange planning and overall success.

Current officers and directors of the Oklahoma City Philharmonic Foundation are: OFFICERS Douglas J. Stussi President Charles E. Wiggin Vice President Louise Cleary Cannon Treasurer Penny M. McCaleb Secretary DIRECTORS Steven C. Agee Patrick B. Alexander J. Edward Barth L. Joe Bradley Teresa Cooper T.A. Dearmon Paul Dudman Thomas J. Enis Mischa Gorkuscha Jane B. Harlow Brent Hart Jean Hartsuck Michael E. Joseph Harrison Levy, Jr. Duke R. Ligon Jessica Martinez-Brooks Michael J. Milligan Alice Pippin Jeff Starling Richard Tanenbaum

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EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Kristen Ferate President Debra Kos President-Elect Pending Secretary Newt Brown Treasurer Meredith Blecha-Wells Development VP Marion Burcham Membership VP Sherry Rowan Education VP Joan Bryant Communications VP Wendi Wilson Past President, Ex-Officio Agnieszka Rakhmatullaev Executive Director Oklahoma City Philharmonic (Ex-Officio, Advisory) BOARD OF DIRECTORS Helen Chiou Jeanne Drake Yvette Fleckinger Sue Francis Jane Krizer Patsy Lucas Geetika Verma Heather Walter Dwayne Webb Orchestra League Office 424 Colcord Dr., Ste. B Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73102 Phone: 405.232.7575 Fax: 405.232.4353 e-mail: league@okcphil.org website: www.okcorchestraleague.org

OFFICERS Dr. Christa Bentley President Jay Scambler President-Elect J. Cruise Berry Treasurer Desiree Singer Secretary Sam Rainbolt Membership Chair Kelsey Karper Marketing Chair Tyler Larson Events Chair DIRECTORS Gennie Clarkson Cordon DeKock James Hulsey Tom Lerum Patrick E. Randall, II Jennifer Stadler Collin Walke

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FIRST VIOLIN

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Gregory Lee, Concertmaster Gertrude Kennedy Chair Marat Gabdullin, Associate Concertmaster Densi Rushing, Assistant Concertmaster Hong Zhu Beth Sievers Deborah McDonald Lu Deng Ai-Wei Chang Ashley Cooper Gina Davis

Valerie Watts, Principal Parthena Owens Nancy Stizza-Ortega

SECOND VIOLIN

Bradford Behn, Principal Tara Heitz James Meiller

Katrin Stamatis, Principal McCasland Foundation Chair Catherine Reaves, Assistant Principal Sophia Ro Corbin Mace Angelica Pereira Cindy Zhang Chandler Fadero Paulo Eskitch

VIOLA

Nancy Stizza-Ortega Lisa Harvey-Reed, Principal Rachel Maczko

ENGLISH HORN Rachel Maczko

BASSOON

ASSISTANT PERSONNEL MANAGER Valorie Tatge

MUSIC LIBRARIAN

SAXOPHONE

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Brian Gorrell

Jose Batty

Leroy Newman

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Karl Sievers, Principal Jay Wilkinson Michael Anderson Michael Mann

Anthony Stoops, Principal Larry Moore, Assistant Principal Parvin Smith Mark Osborn Landon Honolka

Jake Johnson, Piano Brian Belanus, Guitar Larry Moore, Bass Roger Owens, Drum Set

Rod Ackmann, Principal James Brewer

Kate Pritchett, Principal G. Rainey Williams Chair Matthew Reynolds Mirella Gable Logan Fish

BASS

Gaye LeBlanc Germain, Principal

CLARINET

Royce McLarry, Principal Mark Neumann, Assistant Principal Joseph Guevara Kelli Ingels Steve Waddell Donna Cain Jonathan Ruck, Principal Orchestra League Chair Tomasz Zieba, Assistant Principal Valorie Tatge Emily Stoops Angelika Machnik-Jones Jean Statham

Patrick Womack, Principal Steve Craft Keith Hendricks

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Adam Hanna, Principal Philip Martinson Joshua Gaub, Bass Trombone

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Ted Cox, Principal

TIMPANI

Jamie Whitmarsh, Principal

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The Oklahoma Philharmonic Society, Inc. is honored to recognize its Encore Society members — visionary thinkers who have provided for the future of the Oklahoma City Philharmonic through their estate plans.

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Joel Levine and Don Clothier

Steven C. Agee, Ph.D.

John and Caroline Linehan

Linda and Patrick Alexander

Mr. and Mrs. Marvin C. Lunde, Jr.

Gary and Jan Allison

Mrs. Jackie Marron

Dr. Jay Jacquelyn Bass

Mr. and Mrs. John McCaleb

Louise Cleary Cannon

Jean and David McLaughlin

Mr. and Mrs. Robert H. Clements

W. Cheryl Moore

Thomas and Rita Dearmon

Carl Andrew Rath

Dr. and Mrs. James D. Dixson

Mrs. Catherine Reaves

Hugh Gibson

Mr. and Mrs. William J. Ross

Pam and Gary Glyckherr

Drs. Lois and John Salmeron

Carey and Gayle Goad

Mr. and Mrs. William F. Shdeed

Mr. and Mrs. J.A. Gowman

Richard L. Sias

Carol M. Hall

Doug and Susie Stussi

Ms. Olivia Hanson

Larry and Leah Westmoreland

Jane B. Harlow

Mr. John S. Williams

Dr. and Mrs. James Hartsuck

Mr. and Mrs. Don T. Zachritz

Mr. and Mrs. Michael E. Joseph

THANK YOU The Oklahoma Philharmonic Society, Inc. is grateful for the support of caring patrons who want to pass on a legacy of extraordinary music to future generations. You can join this special group of music enthusiasts by including a gift for the OKC Philharmonic’s future in your own will or estate plan. For more information on how to become an Encore Society member, contact Tara Burnett at (405) 232-7575 or tara@okcphil.org.

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ROD ACKMANN

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Principal Bassoonist OKCPHIL Orchestra

Operations Coordinator OKCPHIL Staff

Rod Ackmann possesses a can-do spirit as Principal Bassoonist of the OKCPHIL. He has both an undergrad and Masters degrees from Indiana University. “My full time position is Professor of Bassoon at the University of Oklahoma, where I guide the next generation of bassoonists and teachers. Additionally, I lead the ‘Sooner Bassooners’ a group of majors and non-majors in numerous performances each year.”

I am a native Oklahoman who hails from Pauls Valley. After college, I moved to Southern California where I lived in both Palm Springs and San Diego enjoying a successful career in both the resort hotel and corporate meeting planning industries. After leaving California for the beaches of South Florida, nature provided me with a wonderful excuse to return home to Oklahoma City when Hurricane Wilma blew my home away. What do you do when that happens to you?

You return home to the people and places you love most.

Oklahoma. Upon my return, I spent 10 years working under the same title at Oklahoma City University’s Bass School of Music. It prepared me well for the job I currently do for the amazing Oklahoma City Philharmonic.

When asked what he likes most about living in OKC? Rod responded “The amazing balance of high quality of life with many things to enjoy here, along with the ease of getting around the metro area, and a low cost of living!”

What would you be doing if you weren’t a professional musician?

Playing left field for the St. Louis Cardinals.

I love the warmth of summer, spending as much time as possible in my pool or driving my vintage 1975 Caprice Classic convertible. I’m a lover of animals small and large and never miss a chance to show you pics of my dogs.

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GIFTS TO THE PHILHARMONIC The Oklahoma City Philharmonic Orchestra gratefully acknowledge the commitment and generosity of individuals, corporations, foundations, and government agencies that support our mission. To help us provide inspiration and joy to the community through live orchestral performances and a variety of Education and Community Engagement programs, please contact the Philharmonic’s Development Office at (405) 232-7575.

This Annual Fund recognition reflects contributions made in the 2021-22 season. Contributions of $250 and above are listed through March 1, 2022.

If your name has been misspelled or omitted, please accept our apologies and inform us of the error by calling the phone number listed above. Thank you for your generous support!

CORPORATIONS, FOUNDATIONS & GOVERNMENT Express their generous commitment to the community.

UNDERWRITER $40,000 & Above Allied Arts Foundation The Chickasaw Nation Delaware Resource Group of Oklahoma, LLC E.L. and Thelma Gaylord Foundation Inasmuch Foundation Kirkpatrick Foundation Inc. Oklahoma Arts Council The Oklahoman The Skirvin Hilton Hotel

PLATINUM SPONSORS $10,000 - $39,999 405 Magazine Ad Astra Foundation American Fidelity Foundation Devon Energy Corporation Express Employment International HSPG and Associates, PC I Heart Media Love’s Travel Stops & Country Stores

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GOLD SPONSORS $5,000 - $9,999 BancFirst Bank of Oklahoma Clements Foods Foundation Mekusukey Oil Company, LLC The Metro Restaurant

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SILVER PARTNERS $1,000 - $1,499 BRONZE PARTNERS $500 - $999 Tom Johnson Investment Management LLC

BUSINESS MEMBERS $250 - $499 The Kerr Foundation, Inc. Intrinsic Health

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GIFTS TO THE PHILHARMONIC MAESTRO SOCIETY Providing leadership support.

Underwriter $25,000 and above

Guarantor $10,000 and above

Benefactor $5,000 - $9,999

Phil G. and Cathy Busey Dr. Margaret Freede Joel Levine and Don Clothier Jean and David McLaughlin Dr. Amalia Silverstein George Records Mr. Richard L. Sias and Alice and Phil Pippin Glenna and Dick Tanenbaum

Steven C. Agee, Ph.D. Linda and Patrick Alexander Marilyn and Bill Boettger Lawrence H. and Ronna C. Davis Mr. and Mrs. Andrew J. Evans, II Mr. and Mrs. John A. Frost Gerald and Jane Jayroe Gamble Jane B. Harlow Mary Ann Holdrege Mr. Albert Lang Susan Robinson Doug and Susie Stussi Renate and Chuck Wiggin

Mo Anderson Mrs. Betty D. Bellis-Mankin John and Margaret Biggs Louise Cleary Cannon and Gerry Cannon Teresa Cooper James B. Crawley Darleene A. Harris Claudia Holliman Dr. and Mrs. Patrick McKee

INDIVIDUALS Providing essential support for the Annual Fund.

Patron ($3,500 - $4,999) Dr. Charles and Marilyn Bethea Mike and Dawn Borelli Mr. and Mrs. David C. DeLana Mr. Sidney G. Dunagan Mrs. Bonnie B. Hefner Jerry and Jan Plant Ms. Jeanne Hoffman Smith Mrs. Anne Workman

Sustainer ($2,250 - $3,499) Anonymous Dr. and Mrs. Dewayne Andrews Dr. and Mrs. John C. Andrus Larry and Sarah Blackledge Mrs. Carole S. Broughton Mr. and Mrs. Robert F. Browne Mr. and Mrs. Robert H. Clements Mr. and Mrs. Joseph M. Fleckinger Paul and Debbie Fleming

Frank Goforth and Nancy Halliday Brent Hart and Matt Thomas Dr. and Mrs. James Hartsuck Frank and Bette Jo Hill Colonel (ret.) Dean and Mrs. Jeanne Jackson Tom and Cindy Janssen Kim and Michael Joseph Kathy and Terry Kerr Annie Moreau, MD Mr. H.E. Rainbolt Ruth Mershon Fund Dr. and Mrs. Hal Scofield Jeff and Kim Short John and Katherine Spaid Jim and Debbie Stelter Mr. and Mrs. John E. Stonecipher John Stuemky and James Brand Mrs. Billie Thrash Mrs. June Tucker

Mrs. Janet Walker Ron and Janie Walker Jeanise Wynn

Associate ($1,500 - $2,249) Anonymous Virginia and Albert Aguilar Mr. and Mrs. Louis Almaraz Dr. Sterling and Cheryl Baker Mr. J. Edward Barth Dr. and Mrs. William L. Beasley William Beck Nick and Betsy Berry Bart Binning Dr. and Mrs. Philip C. Bird Dr. Robyn Birdwell and Dr. Mark Fixley Mr. and Mrs. Del Boyles Martha and Ronnie Bradshaw Mrs. Phyllis Brawley Dr. and Mrs. Robert C. Brown CONTINUED ON PAGE 36

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SPECIAL EVENT GIFTS

Thank you to the following who believed in our mission by supporting the 2021 Symphony Show House!

SHOW HOUSE COMMITTEE Show House Chair

Designer Sales

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Honorary Chairs

Jeannie Drake Carole Doerner

First Lady Sarah Stitt Debbie Thompson

Cinda Lafferty

Boutique

Design Inventory

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Jeannie Sanford

Staffing

Program Book Marty Taylor David Delana and Heritage Press

SHOW HOUSE SPONSORS Headlining Show House Patron

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Dr. Margaret Freede In Memory of Josephine Freede Glenna and Dick Tanenbaum

Carole Doerner

Bronze Patron Mrs. June Tucker Dr. Don and Eleanor Whitsett The Meinders Foundation

Benefactor Janice B. Carmack John and Sue Francis Margaret and Drake Keith Bill and June Parry Lance and Cindy Ruffel Judith Clouse Steelman

Supporter Jennifer Bass-Billman Patricia Boone Joni Brown Debra Bugg Megan Clement Tiana Douglas Alexis Downs Michelle Early Elizabeth Eickman and Marvin Quinn Joan Ferrell David Gandall Shelley Goetz

Sue Goodman Jeanie Griffin Ellen Harmon Travis Kirk Alexander Leach Linda and Richard Mason Jill McCartney Pam McClure Virginia Myers Bonnie Naifeh Kevin Nevish Marcia Peeler Jody Prince Sheila Walker Elizabeth Wilson

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The OKCPHIL would like to thank the following people who believe in our mission by providing support through the 2021-22 Maestro’s Ball as we honor beloved friend and OKCPHIL founder Mrs. Jane B. Harlow. This recognition reflects contributions received through March 1, 2022.

PRESENTING

Dr. Margaret Freede SPONSORS Platinum

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Jane B. Harlow

J. Edward Barth John and Margaret Biggs Rita and Thomas Dearmon Nancy P. Ellis Kristen and Anthony Ferate John and Sue Francis William and Kristin Frankfurt Brent Hart and Matt Thomas Linda and Ken Howell Colonel (ret.) Dean and Mrs. Jeanne Jackson Mr. and Mrs. Harrison Levy, Jr. Rob and Karen Luke Shaye and Travis Matthews John and Anna McMillin Paycom Payroll, LLC

Gold Lawrence H. and Ronna C. Davis David and Aimee Harlow Debra and Kristian Kos Doug and Susie Stussi American Fidelity Foundation

Silver Gerald and Jane Jayroe Gamble Kirk Hammons

Bronze Teresa Cooper Cathy and Frank Keating

Paul and Gina Pierce Jerry and Jan Plant Mr. and Mrs. William J. Ross Judge and Mrs. Ralph G. Thompson Randy and Barbe von Netzer Eddie Walker and Timothy Fields Meredith and Chris Wells

Friend Ms. Janice B. Carmack Carole Doerner Mrs. Jeannie Drake Dallas Gwin Dr. Carol McCoy, Ph.D. William G. Paul

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ALEXANDER MICKELTHWATE, CONDUCTOR

With your Hosts From Dancing With The Stars:

Anna Trebunskaya and Dmitry Chaplin

Featuring Vocalists

American Idol Finalist - Rayvon Owen The Disney Channel’s - Juliette Goglia

From Dancing With The Stars - Anya Fuchs From So You Think You Can Dance Jaymz Tuaileva, Magda Fialek, Stephani Sosa

And Featuring International Pro Dancers: Tony Pututau, CJ Bair, Patricia Kaniowski, Lilit Bush, Tim Lewis and Brandon Perry

THIS CONCERT IS GENEROUSLY SPONSORED BY:

Text PhilFun to 95577 to stay up to date on the latest Philharmonic info.

A special Thank You to Bo Taylor Catering for providing musicians’ catering services.

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ACT I FOSSE ~ LOOK OF LOVE I GOT RHYTHM ~ SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN FEELING GOOD 5 GUYS NAMED MOE ~ EARLY IN THE MORNING ~ CHOO, CHOO, CH’BOOGIE GRAVITY TECHNO PASO WITHOUT LOVE YOU CAN’T STOP THE BEAT I HAVE NOTHING WHEN YOU SAY NOTHING AT ALL ~ WITH YOU I’M BORN AGAIN WALKING IN MEMPHIS GIRLS GONE WILD

ACT II THE PRAYER WHEN YOU SAY YOU LOVE ME ITALIAN JOB ~ HAVANA BATUCADA SUAVAMENTE QUIÉREME MUCHO GUANTANAMERA ~ RAN KAN KAN ZOOT SUIT RIOT ~ SWINGTIME JIVE SWINGTIME REPRISE (BOWS)

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GIFTS TO THE PHILHARMONIC CONTINUED FROM PAGE 27

INDIVIDUALS Providing essential support for the Annual Fund.

Ms. Janice B. Carmack Drs. Fong Chen and Helen Chiou Dr. Thomas Coniglione Barbara Cooper Patricia Czerwinski Mr. Chuck Darr Rita and Thomas Dearmon Tony and Pam Dela Vega Gary and Fran Derrick Kevin and Alisha Dunnington Nancy P. Ellis Dr. and Mrs. Royice B. Everett Ann Felton Gilliland Kristen and Anthony Ferate Dr. Thurma J. Fiegel Mrs. Linda Gardner Drs. Stephen and Pamela Hamilton Kirk Hammons Walt and Jean Hendrickson Mr. and Mrs. John D. Higginbotham Lois and Roger Hornbrook Thomas and Elizabeth Hrubik David and Vicki Hunt Margaret and Drake Keith Ms. Claren Kidd Mary Jane Lawson Mr. and Mrs. Harrison Levy, Jr. Linda and Duke R. Ligon Midge Lindsey Barbara Masters, M.D. Mr. and Mrs. John A. McCaleb John and Anna McMillin Mr. and Mrs. K. T. Meade, Jr. Tom and Peggy Miller Jason Milner Dr. Gene L. Muse Mr. J. Edward Oliver Mr. Chip Oppenheim Tiffany and Corey Phelps Drs. Gary and Mary Porter Mr. Larry Reed Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth R. Rees Mr. and Mrs. Richard L. Reynolds Kathryn Ryan Andrew and Kelly Sachs Pam and Bill Shdeed Robert and Susan Shoemaker Jerrod and Jamie Shouse Amy and David Sine Dr. Richard V. Smith and Jan J. Smith Rick and Amanda Smith Donald J. Smock, M.A.

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Jeff and Sally Starling Susan Sutter J. Mark and Virginia Taylor Dale Toetz and Charlotte Gibbens Robert and Sharon Varnum Robert and Tammy Weiss Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth K. Wert Larry and Leah Westmoreland Dr. James and Elizabeth Wise Mrs. Carol Wright

Friend ($1,000 - $1,499) Hugh G. and Sharon Adams Beth M. Alonso Tom and Fran Ayres Dr. Jack and Ruth Beller Glenn and Debra Blumstein MAJ. GEN. William P. Bowden, Rt. Carole and Deal Bowman Barbara J. Bunce J. Christopher and Ruth Carey Louise Cheek Nancy L. Coats-Ashley Carol A. Davito Joel Dixon Matthew Draelos, M.D. Anne and Ken Early John and Sue Francis Dr. and Mrs. Ralph G. Ganick Vicki Clark Gourley Linda and Ken Howell Mary Lu Jarvis Mr. and Mrs. Carlos Johnson Mr. and Mrs. L.J. Johnson Sharon and Ken Lease Brad and Janet Marion Ms. Vickie McIlvoy Mr. and Mrs. Ronald J. Norick Bill and June Parry Mr. William G. Paul Sandra Peyton Gary Rankin Elizabeth Ryan Mr. and Mrs. John M. Seward Clay Shamblin Mary Sherman Erin Sloan Jonathan and Andrea Stone Mr. Phillip S. Tomlinson Rainey and Casey Williams

Partner ($500 - $999) Anonymous (3) Dr. Gillian Air Ms. Lois Albert John and Nancy Alsup James Arnold Dr. Henry and Carol Asin Mr. and Mrs. Van A. Barber Stuart and Jill Bombel Rev. Dr. Carl Bosteels, D.Min. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Brown Barbara and Gregory Cable Mr. and Mrs. Robert M. Calvert Mrs. C.B. Cameron Mr. and Mrs. Elliot Chambers Joseph and Valerie Couch Dr. Nancy Dawson Kay and Kraettli Epperson Bruce and Joanne Ewing Mr. and Mrs. Keith G. Golden George M. and Jo Hall David and Sandra Haskett Dr. Nancy and Capt. George Hector David and Marilyn Henderson Karen Hennes Kenneth Hopkins Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Johnson David and Ruirui Johnson D. Benham and Cheryl Kirk Mr. and Mrs. Joe A. McKenzie Annette Munson O.K. Detrick Foundation Fund Tony and Jennifer Puckett Patrick and Amy Randall Sherry Rowan Carl J. and Deborah Rubenstein Lee Allan Smith Dennis and Marianne Stover Vahla and Tom Todd Diane Tucker Nick Wu Linda and Mike Zeeck

Member ($250 - $499) Anonymous Nina and Kash Barker Judy Barnett Sherry K. Barton Dr. Ajay Bhargava, M.D. Ryan Bunyan Ms. Carol Combs

William and Mary Ann Corum Sally Crawford Gail and Bruce Daniels Mr. and Mrs. Charles T. Davis Merle and Elizabeth Davis Carole Doerner William Dooley Brandon Downey Arnold and Mari Fagin Mrs. Betty Foster Mr. and Mrs. John E. Frank Steven Graham and Vicky Leloie Kelly Robert Gray Dr. and Mrs. John E. Grunow Curtis and Mimi Hendricks Judy Hill Patsy Hooten Michael Kellogg Mrs. Lou Kerr Mr. and Mrs. Wes Knight Cinda Lafferty Robert Leveridge Rosemary and Paul Lewis David Lynch Allison Matoi Gerry Mayes Lt. Col. Terry L. Mock Steven Newell and Deborah Naylor Dr. and Mrs. Michael Fred Robinson Mr. and Mrs. Arthur J. Rus Drs. Lois and John Salmeron Ernesto and Lin Sanchez Mr. John Schwind Jody and Pat Smith Paul and Carolyn Specht Rick Spence Chris Steves Reta and Richard Strubhar Greg Taber David and Peggy Tanner Bethany Toombs Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Towell Ronald Ward Dick Wegener Elaine Weise Phillip and Ashton Whaley John and Cheryl White Ghita Williams Jim and Polly Worthington Mr. and Mrs. Don T. Zachritz

SPECIAL GIFTS TO THE PHILHARMONIC Honor loved ones, celebrate occasions, recognize achievements and support the Philharmonic’s mission.

In Memory of Florence Birdwell Dr. Robyn Birdwell and Dr. Mark Fixley In Memory of Joyce Bishop Margaret and Drake Keith

In Memory of Michael Reaves Tom and Dorothy Hays Margaret and Drake Keith Steven and Nancy Krause Peter and Kris Markes Ms. Vicki Williams

In Memory of Dr. John M. Carey Jay and Linda Leemaster Cliff and Vickie Miller

In Memory of Malcolm Robinson, MD Susan Robinson

In Memory of Earl J. Cheek Cindy and John Crittenden Vickie Norick

In Honor of Paulette Schroeder Shirley Jones

In Memory of William B. and Helen P. Cleary Steven C. Agee, Ph.D. Marilyn and Bill Boettger Louise Cleary Cannon Mr. and Mrs. Andrew J. Evans, II In Memory of Herschal Crow Betty Crow In Honor of Jane B. Harlow Louise Cleary Cannon and Gerry Cannon In Memory of Katherine A. Kirk D. Benham and Cheryl Kirk In Honor of Paul B. Lindsey Midge Lindsey

In Memory of Sharon Shelton Linda and Patrick Alexander Dr. Sterling and Cheryl Baker Stuart and Jill Bombel Carol Cooley John and Sue Francis Beth and James Hammack Marvin and Peggy Lunde In Honor of Jeff and Sally Starling Linda and Carl Bosteels Larry and Polly Nichols In Honor of Emily Stoops Betsy Banks In Honor of Donna Vogel Donna McCampbell In Honor of Irv Wagner Jody and Pat Smith

In Honor of June H. Parry Anonymous

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THANK YOU! The OKCPHIL gratefully acknowledges the generosity of individuals who have chosen to return concert tickets as a donation.

This recognition reflects contributions made in the 2021-22 concert season and are listed through February 7, 2022.

Anonymous Dr. Lisa Abney Hugh G. and Sharon Adams Steven C. Agee, Ph.D. Ms. Beth M. Alonso Mary Ellen Anderson Dr. and Mrs. Dewayne Andrews Dr. and Mrs. John C. Andrus Dr. Henry and Carol Asin Tom and Fran Ayres Dr. Sterling and Cheryl Baker Mr. J. Edward Barth Elizabeth Bennett Ann Beutel Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Brown Barbara and Gregory Cable Nancy Cain Jennifer Clair Dr. Thomas Coniglione Teresa Cooper Ms. Joan Corbin William and Mary Ann Corum

SPRING INTO THE STUDIO

Explore four- and eightweek classes or single-day workshops across a variety of favorite disciplines and creative new topics.

Lawrence H. and Ronna C. Davis Carol A. Davito Dr. Nancy Dawson Richard and Cindy Dugger Dr. and Mrs. Royice B. Everett Arnold and Mari Fagin Ret. MSGT and Mrs. Andres E. Flores, Jr. Gerald and Jane Jayroe Gamble Ruth Giddens Greg and Robin Glenn Robert Gray Marsha and John Greiner Marcine Grey Janet Gruel Kirk Hammons Brent Hart and Matt Thomas Karen Hennes Frank and Bette Jo Hill Jane Hogg-Krizer Wendy Huff John Rollin Koons

SPRING SESSION APRIL 11 - JUNE 5

okcontemp.org/StudioSchool Exhibitions | Classes | Camps | Performances 11 NW 11th St., Oklahoma City

Mary Jane Lawson Kathy Leithner Robert Leveridge Virginia Locke Lisa Loewenkamp Debra and Wayne Lord Roy and Sharron Love Kareen Man Ms. Vickie McIlvoy Betsy Mitschke and Steven Helt Debra and Don Nevard Steven Newell and Deborah Naylor Chintan Parikh Anne Marie and Jerry Parker Kathy Pearson Gary Rankin Dr. Cynthia Redding Mr. and Mrs. Sheldon M. Reznik Jim and Claudia Robertson Dr. and Mrs. Michael Fred Robinson Dr. Linda Rowland Woody, Ph.D. Carl J. and Deborah Rubenstein

Ernesto and Lin Sanchez Delilah Sanderson Dr. and Mrs. Olaseinde Sawyerr Mr. John Schwind Pam and Bill Shdeed Jerrod and Jamie Shouse Mr. Richard L. Sias John and Katherine Spaid Tom and Venita Springfield Jim and Debbie Stelter Chris Steves Reta and Richard Strubhar Sarah Tracy Diane Tucker Mrs. June Tucker Donna Kennedy Vogel Christopher Weimer Robert and Tammy Weiss Phillip and Ashton Whaley Mary Ann Williams Paul Wilson Mr. and Mrs. Don T. Zachritz

WEITZENHOFFER FAMILY COLLEGE OF FINE ARTS

UNIVERSITY THEATRE

The UNIVERSITY of OKLAHOMA

University Theatre invites you to join us for an intriguing lineup of dance, musicals, plays and opera productions that inspire the imagination!

MAD FOREST

A PLAY FROM ROMANIA

A gripping dramatic play by Caryl Churchill.

Sept. 24 – Oct. 3, 2021

SHE LOVES ME

OUR PLATINUM SEASON

BACH’S COFFEE CANTATA

70th CONSECUTIVE YEAR!

LA SERVA PADRONA

AWARD-WINNING OPERA & MUSIC THEATER

A heart-warming romantic musical comedy.

Oct. 15 – 24, 2021

by Johann Sebastian Bach

by Giovanni Battista Pergolesi Two one-act operas brimming with comedic entertainment. Nov. 11 – 14, 2021

CONTEMPORARY DANCE OKLAHOMA

Energetic and extraordinary modern dance works with guest choreography by Sidra Bell, Gus Solomons Jr. and Tommie-Waheed Evans. Dec. 3 – 11, 2021

Oct. 1-3

Nov. 5-7

MAINSTAGE MUSICAL CHILDREN OF EDEN

SPOTLIGHT MUSICAL CABARET

YOUNG CHOREOGRAPHERS’ SHOWCASE A perennial favorite featuring exciting, imaginative choreography by School of Dance students with lighting design by Helmerich School of Drama students.

Jan. 27 – 30, 2022

THE SCARLET LETTER

Nov. 19-21 MAINSTAGE OPERA THE THREEPENNY OPERA

This compelling new opera composed by Lori Laitman is a cautionary tale of puritanical patriarchy.

Feb. 10 – 13, 2022

Feb. 18-20

A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM

MAINSTAGE OPERA LITTLE WOMEN

Shakespeare’s comic fantasy of four star-crossed lovers who find themselves bewitched by fairies.

Feb. 25 – March 6, 2022

Featuring guest conductor Alexander Mickelthwate

PIPPIN

This Tony Award-winning musical tells the story of one young man’s journey to be extraordinary.

April 1 – 10, 2022

OKLAHOMA FESTIVAL BALLET

Featuring The Sleeping Beauty Suite with additional exciting choreography by Robyn Mineko Williams.

April 22 – May 1, 2022

OU Fine Arts Box Office

(405) 325-4101 theatre.ou.edu

The University of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity institution. www.ou.edu/eoo

This advertisement issued by the University of Oklahoma costs $775 to the taxpayers of Oklahoma.

Feb. 25-27

Apr. 22-24

SPOTLIGHT MUSICAL LEGALLY BLONDE

MAINSTAGE MUSICAL IN THE HEIGHTS

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HOUSE NOTES

CIVIC CENTER COVID-19 HEALTH AND SAFETY PROTOCOLS INCLUDE: • Masks worn over the nose and mouth will be required for all patrons upon entry and throughout the performance.

• A photo ID along with the proof of full vaccination (either physical vaccination card, a picture of your vaccination card, or a digital vaccination record) will be required.

• PROOF OF A NEGATIVE PCR test (taken within 72 hours of entering the venue), for unvaccinated people ages 6 and above or those who prefer not to share their vaccination status, will be required.

• Hand sanitizing stations will be readily available throughout the building RESTROOMS are conveniently located on all levels of the theater. Please ask your usher for guidance.

LATECOMERS and those who exit the theater during the performance may be seated during the first convenient pause, as determined by the management.

ELECTRONIC DEVICES must be turned off and put away during the performance (no calling, texting, photo or video use please).

BEVERAGES: Bottled water is permitted in the theater at the Classics Series concerts. Beverages are permitted in the theater at the Pops Series concerts; however, bringing coffee into the theater is discouraged due to the aroma.

SMOKING in the Civic Center Music Hall is prohibited. The Oklahoma City Philharmonic promotes a fragrance-free environment for the convenience of our patrons.

FIRE EXITS are located on all levels and marked accordingly. Please note the nearest exit for use in case of an emergency.

ELEVATORS are located at the south end of the atrium of the Civic Center Music Hall.

CHILDREN of all ages are welcome at the Philharmonic Discovery Family Series and Holiday Pops performances; however, in consideration of the patrons, musicians and artists, those five years and under will not be admitted to evening Classics and Pops concerts unless otherwise noted.

BOOSTER SEATS for children are available in the Civic Center lobby. Please inquire at the Box Office.

VIDEO MONITORS are located in the lobby for your convenience.

WHEELCHAIR AVAILABLE SEATING – Persons using wheelchairs or with walking and climbing difficulties will be accommodated when possible. Those wishing to use the designated wheelchair sections may purchase the wheelchair space and a companion seat. Please inform the Philharmonic or Civic Center Box Office staff of your need when ordering tickets so that you may be served promptly and appropriately. Please request the assistance of hall ushers to access wheelchair seating.

HEARING LOOPS have been installed. Ask your audiologist to activate the telecoil in your hearing aid or cochlear implant.

Due to the mechanics of the stage, the hearing loops do not reach the pit section but are available at the Box Office and the Thelma Gaylord Performing Arts Theatre. The copper wire in the floor and telecoil work together to connect the hearing device to the theater’s sound system using a magnetic field which dramatically improves sound clarity for patrons using hearing devices.

LOST & FOUND is located in the Civic Center office (405-594-8300) weekdays 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

PHILHARMONIC TICKET OFFICE may be contacted by calling 405-TIC-KETS (405-842-5387) or you can visit the Philharmonic Ticket Office located on the first floor of the Arts District Garage at 424 Colcord Drive in Suite B. The Philharmonic Ticket Office is open Monday through Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and by phone on concert Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

CIVIC CENTER BOX OFFICE hours are Monday through Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and two hours prior to each performance. (405-594-8300) Artists, Dates, and Programs Subject to Change.

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