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03-06-2009, 10:18 AM
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Art On The Move TONIGHT
Former Postal Center Becomes Gallery For Momentum
True to it's name, Momentum: Art Doesn't Stand Still is moving to a new date and location. The Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition's (OVAC) dynamic event will be held tonight, and tomorrow March 7 in a building that formerly housed a mail distribution center at 320 SW 5th St in downtown Oklahoma City. The exhibition gives audiences an opportunity to view, purchase and experience artwork by Oklahoma visual artists ages 30 and under amidst the talents of local musicians, performers, poets and more.
On Friday, March 6, visitors will experience Momentum: Downtempo. The evening will begin with a Preview Party from 6-8pm with music by The Bridgewater Band and food from area restaurants. Momentum: Downtempo will continue from 8pm-Midnight with performances by local bands The Work Week, Penny Hill and Early Beat.
For a louder, faster paced experience, attend Momentum: Full Speed on Saturday, March 7. The art and performances will be accentuated by music from June Bug Spade, the Romantic Disaster and Jabee.
Each night, the official Momentum After Party will be held at TapWerks Ale House, 121 E Sheridan, featuring live music and drink specials with a Momentum ticket stub.
Tickets for each night of the opening weekend are $10 in advance or $15 at the door and can be purchased online at OVAC Momentum Tulsa and Oklahoma City (http://www.momentumoklahoma.org), by phone 405.232.6991. For those interested in getting the first look at the art at the Friday night Preview Party, tickets are $25.
The Momentum exhibition will be open to the public, with f*r*e*e admission, through March 14. Hours are 5-8pm Wednesday-Friday and 10am-2pm on Saturday.
For more information visit momentumoklahoma.org,
Art On The Move TONIGHT
Former Postal Center Becomes Gallery For Momentum
True to it's name, Momentum: Art Doesn't Stand Still is moving to a new date and location. The Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition's (OVAC) dynamic event will be held tonight, and tomorrow March 7 in a building that formerly housed a mail distribution center at 320 SW 5th St in downtown Oklahoma City. The exhibition gives audiences an opportunity to view, purchase and experience artwork by Oklahoma visual artists ages 30 and under amidst the talents of local musicians, performers, poets and more.
On Friday, March 6, visitors will experience Momentum: Downtempo. The evening will begin with a Preview Party from 6-8pm with music by The Bridgewater Band and food from area restaurants. Momentum: Downtempo will continue from 8pm-Midnight with performances by local bands The Work Week, Penny Hill and Early Beat.
For a louder, faster paced experience, attend Momentum: Full Speed on Saturday, March 7. The art and performances will be accentuated by music from June Bug Spade, the Romantic Disaster and Jabee.
Each night, the official Momentum After Party will be held at TapWerks Ale House, 121 E Sheridan, featuring live music and drink specials with a Momentum ticket stub.
Tickets for each night of the opening weekend are $10 in advance or $15 at the door and can be purchased online at OVAC Momentum Tulsa and Oklahoma City (http://www.momentumoklahoma.org), by phone 405.232.6991. For those interested in getting the first look at the art at the Friday night Preview Party, tickets are $25.
The Momentum exhibition will be open to the public, with f*r*e*e admission, through March 14. Hours are 5-8pm Wednesday-Friday and 10am-2pm on Saturday.
For more information visit momentumoklahoma.org,