The Oklahoma Film + Music Office (OF+MO) is proud to support several film and music events this season, including Bob Wills Day at the Capitol, The Soundup Roundup, Factory Obscura’s Future of Sound Festival and the Oklahoma Teen Film Festival. Along with our continued support of OU’s Resonance Series, which has multiple engagements this season, these events provide economic and social impact and awareness as well as education and performance opportunities for our working film and music professionals and students.
Bob Wills Day at the Capitol
On March 9 from 10 a.m. to 4:15 p.m., Bob Wills Day at the Capitol in Oklahoma City will commemorate the life and legacy of the iconic Oklahoma musician known as the “King of Western Swing.” Attendees can expect to hear live music performances and enjoy a number of other special activations and presentations throughout the day at this event presented by partners and sponsors, including the Oklahoma Historical Society, Oklahoma Arts Council, OKPOP and OF+MO.
Learn more about Bob Wills Day.
OU’s Resonance Series
OU’s Resonance Series continues this spring with multiple sessions, including award-winning band leader and musician Phillip Lassiter March 10-11 as well as acclaimed poet, vocalist and performance artist Haleh Liza Gafori on April 3. These participating musicians will engage in multiple performances and education opportunities for the public and area students.
Learn more about OU’s Resonance Series.
The Soundup Roundup
The Soundup Club will feature a new lineup of artists to be announced soon for their March 25 session at Tulsa’s Church Studio. Reminiscent of the long-standing Nashville tradition, this intimate songwriter showcase features the stories behind the songs, all with a live audience recording. Stay tuned for more information, as this event will sell out quickly. Previously featured artists include Isaac Hanson, Dave Barnes, Joleen Brown and Voth.
Learn more about the Soundup Roundup.
Oklahoma Teen Film Festival
The University of Central Oklahoma’s (UCO) Department of Mass Communication, in collaboration with deadCenter Film, invites the public to the annual Oklahoma Teen Film Festival from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, March 28, in the Mass Communication and College of Liberal Arts buildings on UCO’s campus. The festival will showcase student directed films across six categories, with cash prizes awarded to the top two films in each category and special recognition for an outstanding Indigenous filmmaker. Beyond film screenings, attendees can participate in workshops led by Oklahoma City Community College and Rose State College, panel discussions and a red-carpet awards ceremony.
Learn more about the Oklahoma Teen Film Festival.
Future of Sound Fest
The Future of Sound Fest returns to Factory Obscura on March 28. This music and art festival will feature live performances from six bands with performances including original songs from Mix-Tape Vol. 7. The lineup includes Pluto Rouge, Sarah Reid, Late Night Messgaes, Electric Sunrise, Lee Hurnan and Ellesse. The live performances will start at 2 p.m. and continue through 8 p.m.
Additionally, 40+ local artists will be set up along 9th Street with handmade goods during the performances. This outdoor event is FREE for all ages.
Learn more about the Future of Sound Fest.
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About the Oklahoma Film + Music Office
Under the Oklahoma Department of Commerce, the Oklahoma Film + Music Office (OF+MO) works to promote the state as a viable hub for film, television and music production as well as further develop opportunities for workforce, business and community growth within these sectors. For more information on the Oklahoma Film + Music Office, including the state’s film incentives and additional resources, visit okfilmmusic.org.
