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‘Blue Whale of Catoosa’ tells story of Route 66 landmark with sci-fi flair

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By JAMES D. WATTS JR. World Scene Writer on Sep 8, 2011, at 2:07 AM Updated on 9/08/11 at 2:43 AM

Annie Ellicott (right) stars in Nightingale Theater's "The Blue Whale of Catoosa." JAMES GIBBARD / Tulsa World

Annie Ellicott (right) stars in Nightingale Theater’s “The Blue Whale of Catoosa.” JAMES GIBBARD / Tulsa World

For many area residents, the Blue Whale of Catoosa is one of those things seen only in passing – from the windows of cars zipping east and west along Route 66.

“If you’ve lived here for any length of time,” said John Cruncleton, “you’re familiar with the place. And over time, you’ve seen a kind of evolution of the Blue Whale – the way it deteriorated for a while, and then its rebirth into what it looks like today. [Read more…]

Tulsa acting companies promote live theater

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By JAMES D. WATTS JR. World Scene Writer on Sep 8, 2011, at 2:06 AM Updated on 9/08/11 at 2:38 AM

Julie Tattershall in the Williams Theater. KELLY KERR / Tulsa World

Julie Tattershall in the Williams Theater. KELLY KERR / Tulsa World

Why go see live theater in Tulsa?
The simple answer is: Because you’ll experience something you won’t see anywhere else.

Unless you’re talking about the musical “Urinetown.” Tulsans will have a couple of chances to see that show this season.

But for the most part, those looking for something completely different in the realm of entertainment will find something to interest them in the many and diverse offerings of Tulsa’s local theater companies. [Read more…]

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