Allied Arts

The arts are an even better barometer of what is happening in our world than the stock market or the debates in congress.
- Hendrik Willem Van Loon

If you’re brave enough to head out in this heat, here’s a list of artsy activities for you to enjoy this weekend.  Let’s hope for that cold front to move in – then it might be 98 degrees instead of 104.  Cold front or not, enjoy outdoor evening performances when it’s a bit cooler or spend your time in the air conditioning at the Civic Center or a museum.  Trust me – the Museum of Art’s A/C will keep you much cooler than the pool.  Here’s what’s going on in OKC:

Sunday Twilight Concert Series
Sunday – Madame Ren Lovely
@ Arts Council of Oklahoma City
http://www.artscouncilokc.com/
FREE Admission!

The Film Costumes of Edith Head and Mother's Hats: The Doris Elliott Collection
@ City Arts Center
http://www.cityartscenter.org/

BUDDY – The Buddy Holly Story
@ Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma
http://www.lyrictheatreokc.com/
2-for-1 admission to select performances with OKCityCard

Weapons and Warriors: The Art of Armament
@ Mabee-Gerrer Museum of Art
http://www.mgmoa.org/
2-for-1 admission with OKCityCard

Luis Jiménez: Works on Paper
@ Oklahoma City Museum of Art
http://www.okcmoa.com/
2-for-1 admission with OKCityCard
 
Sketch to Screen – FINAL WEEKS!
@ Oklahoma City Museum of Art
http://www.okcmoa.com/
2-for-1 admission with OKCityCard

Cocktails on the Skyline
Tonight – music by Heather Nelson Trio
@ Oklahoma City Museum of Art
http://www.okcmoa.com/
Just $5 after 5 pm

Brokeback Mountain – Film Screening
Tonight
@ Oklahoma City Museum of Art
http://www.okcmoa.com/
See Heath Ledger’s cowboy costume in Sketch to Screen!
2-for-1 admission with OKCityCard

The Desert of Forbidden Art – Film Screening
@ Oklahoma City Museum of Art
http://www.okcmoa.com/
2-for-1 admission with OKCityCard

The Comedy of Errors – LAST WEEKEND!
@ Oklahoma Shakespeare in the Park
http://www.oklahomashakespeare.com/
2-for-1 admission with OKCityCard

Bright Night of CSI
@ Science Museum Oklahoma
http://sciencemuseumok.org/

 

Hi guys,

I'm SO sad to say that I'll be leaving Allied Arts next week for a new opportunity. It was such a difficult decision to leave this fabulous place, but I'm excited to spread my arts advocacy at a new place in OKC.

What this means is - there's a spot open at Allied Arts. For all you job seekers out there, below is the job description and application details. Please feel free to shoot me an email if you have ANY questions about the job or Allied Arts in general. lindsay.mcintyre@alliedartsokc.com

Allied Arts is a fabulous place to work with great people. You'd be reporting to our president/CEO Deborah McAuliffe Senner (who is an inspiring and creative leader...I promise, you will learn so much from her!) and there are definite growth opportunities. Plus, you'd be helping a strong cause - advancing arts and culture in central Oklahoma.

Good luck to those that apply!

Manager of Public Relations, Marketing and Special Events

The Manager of Public Relations, Marketing and Special Events reports to the President and is responsible for the creation and implementation of a comprehensive and strategic marketing and public relations plan, coordination of several major events and oversight of organizational brand. 

Requirements include:

• Minimum of 3-5 years marketing/public relations experience
• Master’s Degree preferred, Bachelor’s Degree required
• Superior communication, interpersonal and computer skills
• Strong writing skills and attention to detail
• Ability to establish and develop media contacts
• Strong event planning skills
• Ability to establish and meet fundraising goals associated with special events through sponsorships and attendance
• In depth knowledge of marketing trends and social media
• Proven ability to work successfully both independently and with a team and volunteers to achieve institutional objectives
• Ability to present information effectively and respond to questions from media, donors and the general public

Qualified candidates please apply by sending resume, cover letter, press release writing sample and salary requirements to jobs@alliedartsokc.com or mail to 1015 N Broadway, Ste. 200 Oklahoma City, OK 73102, ATTN: President. Deadline: August 15, 2010.

Allied Arts is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Festival of the Arts recently released its visual art applications for participation in the 2011 festival.

Applications can be found at www.zapplication.org. The deadline to apply is midnight (CST) September 30, 2010.

1. Visit www.zapplication.org & complete the online application to the "Oklahoma City Festival of the Arts 2011"
2. Application fee is $20
3. No printed applications will be accepted
4. If you have questions, please contact the Festival staff at 405.270.4848 or acozby@artscouncilokc.com

For more details about the Festival of the Arts, visit the Arts Council of Oklahoma City's web site or call (450) 270-4848.

Be sure to save-the-date for next year’s festival (April 26 – May 1) in downtown OKC. We are already counting down the days!

Hi all,

We wanted to take a moment and say a HUGE THANK YOU to all who have responded to helping the arts organizations affected by June's Stage Center flooding.

Many individuals, corporations and organizations rallied to provide office and art supplies to outfit the six displaced arts groups in their temporary offices.

In particular, thank you to:

• Devon, Chesapeake and the Junior League for dropping off supplies
• Hobby Lobby for giving arts supplies
• BancFirst for donating computers
• Edmond Women's Club for donating fabric and aprons
• All of the individuals who gave through the 2010 Arts Flood Emergency Fund

Below are a few photos from a recent office supply "shopping" meeting we had at the Allied Arts office. Representatives from the six organizations could come by our offices and pick out whatever supplies they needed.

You'll see the Arts Council's fearless leader, Peter Dolese, picking up supplies...a special thank you to him for working so diligently on coordinating the future of the Stage Center!  







These arts groups are still in need of help. Please considering making a donation.