The Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History offers a night at the museum, grown-up style, with Dinos & Desserts scheduled from 7 to 10 p.m. Saturday, July 25. Advance tickets are available beginning July 1.

Dinos & Desserts will include delicious desserts, beverages, live music and several chances to win prizes including gift certificates to Excavations, the museum store; and tickets to the museum. All guests must be 21 to enter.

“ Everyone knows that kids love the museum,” said Linda Coldwell, public relations officer for the museum. “But it’s a wonderful source of inspiration and entertainment for adults, as well. This event will give adults an opportunity to explore the exhibits in a relaxed, grown-up atmosphere. We think our guests will enjoy feeding both their curiosity and their sweet-tooth at this special evening.”

All museum galleries will be open through the evening, including the special exhibition “One Hundred Summers: A Kiowa Calendar Record,” featuring the rare ledger art of Kiowa artist and calendar-keeper Silver Horn.

Regular tickets to Dino & Desserts are $13 per person in advance or $15 per person at the door. Museum members receive a discounted price of $12 per person. Ticket price include museum admission and desserts. Guests may reserve tickets by calling (405) 325-3601 or by e-mail at rsvp@snomnh.ou.edu.

The Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History is located on the University of Oklahoma Norman campus at Timberdell Road and Chautauqua Avenue. Additional information about this and other programs and events at the museum is available on the Web at www.snomnh.ou.edu.

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“Chesapeake is very pleased to offer this day of free admission to our community,” said Teresa Rose, Director Community Relations. “The museum offers so many exciting exhibits, we want to help ensure that all Oklahomans have the opportunity to explore and enjoy this state treasure.”

Visitors to the museum on Chesapeake Energy Free Day will have an opportunity to view a new special exhibition featuring one of Oklahoma’s cultural treasures. “One Hundred Summers: A Kiowa Calendar Record” features more than 200 drawings by Kiowa artist and calendar-keeper Silver Horn. The drawings, made on lined ledger paper, represent key events in the history of the Kiowa tribe between 1828 and 1929. The exhibit is sponsored by the Kirkpatrick Foundation and the Merkel Family Foundation.

The Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History is located on the University of Oklahoma Norman campus at Timberdell Road and Chautauqua Avenue, and is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday. Additional information is available on the Web at www.snomnh.ou.edu or by calling (405) 325-4712.

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The Taming of Shrew, an uproarious comedy about courtship and the battle of sexes, centers on Petruchio, a country gentleman, and Katherina (or Kate) the headstrong, obstinate, and eponymous “shrew.” Keeping with the aim of the theatre company, Woods’ inspiration comes exclusively from Shakespeare’s text, but takes a fresh perspective that has become the characteristic trademark of RTC productions.

The script, according to Woods, speaks to a time in America’s recent history: the fight for the 19th Amendment, granting woman the right to vote, at the beginning of the 20th century. For a contemporary audience, a play addressing the “taming” of a woman’s spirit can be a tricky subject. “We must remember that not too long ago, we, as a nation, took sides on whether or not women should be allowed to have a say in our democracy” Woods’ view is that the play tackles equality rather than the idea of superiority. “Unfortunately, even today, a woman with a strong voice can be perceived as ‘unruly’ by certain sectors of society.”

Setting this show at the gateway of the ‘roaring twenties’ offers a unique perspective on the play’s comedy. “The script is full of silliness and fun,” says Woods. The comedy of disguises and mistaken identities reminded him of classic films, such as Some Like It Hot, a comedy also set in the 1920s. “The fashion, the music, and urban life in the US during this time period really serve to highlight the Bard’s language and ideas.”

Performances kick off with a special opening night event. A Roaring Twenties Costume Party will take place the evening of Thursday June 11th at City Arts Center in Oklahoma City. The event will include live music and food provided by Prohibition Room Restaurant Lounge. The party is open to the public and included with price of admission to the performance.

Performances of The Taming of the Shrew begin June 11th and perform every Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 8 pm through June 27th at the newly renovated City Arts Center Theater Space located at 3000 General Pershing Blvd on the Oklahoma Fair Grounds in Oklahoma City. Tickets are $15 for adults and $12 for students and seniors. For ticket information, call 405-651-3191 or order on-line at www.reduxiontheatre.com.

Reduxion Theatre Company is an Oklahoma Nonprofit, 501c(3) corporation with a mission to professionally produce both classical and contemporary theatre, enriching Oklahoma’s cultural, educational and economic climate, attracting artists and audiences from around the world. RTC has produced several events and productions of classical plays to critical acclaim in both New York City and Oklahoma. For more information, visit www.reduxiontheatre.com or call (405) 651-3191.

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