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Attend an evening with actor Jay Ellis during OSU’s 2023 MLK Celebration

Wed, Nov 30, 2022

LA-based actor, writer, director and producer Jay Ellis is set to take the stage at 6 p.m., Jan. 19, at The McKnight Center for the Performing Arts for Oklahoma State University’s 2023 MLK Celebration.

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Heritage Society: OSU hosts planned gift donors for event at The McKnight Center

Wed, Aug 31, 2022

On April 29, the Oklahoma State University Foundation hosted members of the Heritage Society on campus for a special event to celebrate their passion and generosity toward OSU.

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McKnight Center, New York Philharmonic announce partnership, residency

Wed, Aug 31, 2022

After christening the performance hall of The McKnight Center for the Performing Arts in October 2019, the New York Philharmonic has established a new three-year residency partnership that will see the renowned orchestra return to Stillwater on a regular basis.

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Oklahoma State University music students to join New York Philharmonic to perform Beethoven’s 9th

Mon, Aug 01, 2022

The New York Philharmonic will return to Stillwater next month for a series of three concerts at The McKnight Center for the Performing Arts at Oklahoma State University. Each concert features a different repertory of classical music and special guest soloists. The weekend of performances opens Sept. 23 with a special Bright Night Gala Concert that celebrates Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9.

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The McKnight Center unveils 2022-2023 season lineup

Fri, May 13, 2022

The McKnight Center for the Performing Arts announced its 2022-2023 season Friday, which includes an impressive slate of performances by the New York Philharmonic, famous blues guitarist Buddy Guy, the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and more.

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The McKnight Center and New York Philharmonic Announce Multi-Year Partnership, Residency

Wed, Mar 23, 2022

Each year, the residency will include a gala event, public performances, a youth education concert and a multitude of masterclasses where students can interact with some of the world's greatest musicians. As part of the program, select OSU music students will travel to New York City each year for immersive learning opportunities with the Philharmonic.

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The McKnight Center Celebrates Pilobolus Dance Company’s 50th Anniversary

Tue, Mar 08, 2022

Pilobolus secured an iconic place in American culture in the early 1970s and continues to wow audiences with its irresistible mix of wit, sensuality and stunning physical acumen. The group will perform at the McKnight Center at 7:30 p.m., Thursday, March 24.

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Prestigious Philadelphia Orchestra to perform March 10 in its debut at McKnight Center

Thu, Mar 03, 2022

The McKnight Center for the Performing Arts will host the distinguished Philadelphia Orchestra led by Principal Guest Conductor Nathalie Stutzmann at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 10. The concert is part of the orchestra’s first tour since 2019 and marks its debut in Stillwater.

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OSU Opera Theatre to present performances of Georg Friedrich Händel’s Rinaldo

Tue, Feb 22, 2022

The Oklahoma State University Opera Theatre will present Rinaldo composed by Georg Friedrich Händel at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, March 4, and Saturday, March 5 in The McKnight Center for the Performing Arts.

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Famed journalist O’Brien speaks about life and legacy of MLK; art and essay contest winners announced

Mon, Jan 24, 2022

O’Brien, an award-winning documentarian, journalist, speaker, author and philanthropist, was the keynote speaker of an event at The McKnight Center for the Performing Arts. The event was part of Oklahoma State University’s 2022 MLK Celebration Week.

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Stillwater and OSU unite to celebrate the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.

Tue, Jan 11, 2022

For the second consecutive year, Oklahoma State University is joining with Stillwater Community United (SCU) for a commemorative march to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

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Alumni return to Stillwater to perform at McKnight Center

Tue, Dec 14, 2021

Bill Scott Sheets is just one of a few alumni who will be making their McKnight debuts: vocalist Sarah Coburn will finally get to perform after her show was canceled last year and French hornist Ernesto Tovar Torres will be on stage with the Philadelphia Orchestra.

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