TPAC Presents 2026–27
The TPAC is the place to be this season! This season reflects the breadth and vibrancy of the performing arts in Tulsa, with opportunities to laugh, learn, reflect, and be inspired. From hilarious comedy and acclaimed artists to engaging family shows, we look forward to welcoming audiences of all ages. And for those who enjoy our free lunchtime programming, be sure to check out this season’s Brown Bag It series.
Headliners
The Second City: Laughing for All the Wrong Reasons
September 25, 2026 at 8 p.m.
John H. Williams Theatre
Laughing For All The Wrong Reasons is a hilarious celebration of comedy — drawing from The Second City’s legendary archive of iconic sketches and songs, alongside the razor‑sharp improvisation that has defined the company for generations. This show dives headfirst into the material audiences love most: unforgettable characters, classic moments, and brilliantly irreverent comedy created on our stages by some of the most influential voices in entertainment, including Catherine O’Hara, Tina Fey, Keegan‑Michael Key, Amber Ruffin, Stephen Colbert, Tim Meadows, Bill Murray, Tim Robinson, Eugene Levy, Adam McKay, and many more.
Brought to your stage by an exceptional cast, Laughing For All The Wrong Reasons hits on something rare: comedy that makes you laugh harder because it's so painfully, beautifully true.
Tickets go on sale August 17, 2026 at 10:30 a.m.
Ann Hampton Callaway Sings the 70s
October 3, 2026 at 8 p.m.
John H. Williams Theatre
Don’t miss the Tony nominated Broadway star and platinum selling singer/songwriter in Ann Hampton Callaway Sings the 70s for a night of rousing and beautiful classics. Callaway covers hits from the great songwriters of the time — Carole King, James Taylor, Joni Mitchell, Billy Joel, John Lennon and more. She also puts her own stamp on unforgettable songs from The Carpenters, Linda Ronstadt, Barbra Streisand, Roberta Flack and other beloved singers of the time. For a feel-good time of holding hands, clapping, singing along and taking a walk down memory lane, this is the show to see!
Tickets go on sale August 17, 2026 at 10:30 a.m.
John Lloyd Young’s Broadway
February 13, 2027 at 8 p.m.
John H. Williams Theatre
John Lloyd Young’s Broadway — Tony and Grammy award winner John Lloyd Young, Broadway and Hollywood's original Frankie Valli in Jersey Boys, returns to the stage. In his signature passionate and thrilling style, John Lloyd Young interprets the spine-tingling, soul-bearing showstoppers that shaped his earliest Broadway aspirations. Young sings from The Wiz, Chicago, Bye Bye Birdie, Les Misérables, and Jersey Boys, along with classics by legendary Broadway writers including Rodgers, Hart, Hammerstein, and more.
John Lloyd Young originated the role of Frankie Valli in Broadway's Jersey Boys and reprised his acclaimed performance in Clint Eastwood's Warner Bros. film adaptation. Young is the only American actor to date to have received all four major Lead Actor honors in a Broadway musical: the Tony, Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle, and Theatre World Award.
Tickets go on sale August 17, 2026 at 10:30 a.m.
AILEY II — The Next Generation of Dance
February 15, 2027 at 7 p.m.
John H. Williams Theatre
For over 50 years, Ailey II — The Next Generation of Dance — has merged the spirit and energy of the country’s finest early-career dance talent with the passion and creative vision of today’s most outstanding and emerging choreographers. Founded by Alvin Ailey in 1974, this universally renowned company embodies his pioneering mission to establish an extended cultural community that provides dance performances, training, and community programs for all people. Under the leadership of Sylvia Waters, who served as artistic director for 38 seasons, Ailey II flourished into one of the most popular modern dance companies, combining a rigorous touring schedule with extensive community outreach programs. Today, Francesca Harper sits at the helm in her sixth season as Artistic Director, bringing fresh perspectives to Mr. Ailey’s legacy, while nurturing new creative voices and propelling the company forward.
Tickets go on sale August 17, 2026 at 10:30 a.m.
Imagination Series
Discover the magic of live theatre! TPAC’s Imagination Series brings professional touring shows that mix classic storytelling with interactive learning and plenty of laughter. These lively, one-hour performances introduce kids to the world of live theatre in an engaging, approachable way. Daytime performances are perfect for school groups while evening performances are designed with family and friends in mind.
FRANKENSTEIN: A Living Comic Book
October 22, 2026 at 9:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.
John H. Williams Theatre
This electrifying show uses comic book techniques to reanimate the sci-fi classic. A young artist named Mary discovers the journal of Dr. Frankenstein, is drawn into his uncanny experiments, and discovers that we need to face monsters of our own making … before they face us!
Recommended for ages 8+
Tickets go on sale August 17, 2026 at 10:30 a.m.
Inspired by the much-loved Grimm’s Fairy Tale The Musicians of Bremen. Meet Ruffles — a hen with a voice that can stop a freight train. Lost at a crossroads, she meets Mule, Bobcat, and Coyote. Together they undertake an epic journey across the desert to the big city, following a big dream. They have hopes of becoming a famous musical band — but can they make it?
Recommended for ages 5+
Tickets go on sale August 17, 2026 at 10:30 a.m.
March 10, 2027 at 9:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.
John H. Williams Theatre
The Musicians of Bremen, LIVE!
Brown Bag It
Brown Bag It is a FREE noontime concert series that features some of Oklahoma’s finest professional musicians. Audiences are invited to bring and eat lunch during the concerts. Each concert lasts approximately 40 minutes and do not require tickets or reservations (except for Tulsa Festival Ringers).
Oklahoma Woman Quartet
October 7, 2026, 12:10 p.m.
Westby Pavilion
An original song cycle for string quartet and voice by acclaimed composer, violinist, and Cherokee Nation citizen Anjelica Lindsey. The first string quartet composed by a Cherokee woman, this groundbreaking work explores modern Indigenous womanhood and contemporary lived experience, blending neo-classical composition with Cherokee identity and the beauty and vitality of the Cherokee language. Whether you're a lover of classical music, contemporary composition, or Indigenous arts and culture, you won't want to miss this extraordinary performance.
Tulsa Festival Ringers and The Tulsa Carolers
December 9, 2026, 12:00 p.m.
John H. Williams Theatre
Tulsa Festival Ringers Inc., Tulsa’s only auditioned community handbell ensemble, is a seasonal favorite! They will perform along with The Tulsa Carolers, Tulsa’s premiere Christmas caroling company — a collection of professional singers, grouped in quartets, dressed in Dickensian costume.
Free reservations are required and will open in November 2026
March 3, 2027, 12:10 p.m.
Westby Pavilion
Finnegans Awake
Experience Finnegans Awake, a popular Tulsa-based band known for their lively blend of Folk and Celtic music. Featuring rich harmonies, spirited singing, and an energetic mix of drums, violin, tin whistle, guitar, and bass, their performances are full of heart and tradition. The band's beautifully woven melodies and infectious rhythms create an atmosphere that's sure to have you dancing, tapping your feet, and enjoying every moment.
Enjoy an afternoon with Randy Wimer, one of Tulsa's most accomplished jazz guitarists. Wimer brings together jazz, classical, and contemporary influences in beautifully crafted arrangements and timeless melodies. His distinctive style and masterful musicianship showcase the versatility and beauty of the guitar.
May 5, 2027, 12:10 p.m. Westby Pavilion
Randy Wimer
Sponsors
This project is being supported in part by American Rescue Plan Act Federal Award, awarded to the State of Oklahoma in the US Department of the Treasury.
This project was funded in part by the Oklahoma Arts Council, which receives support from the State of Oklahoma and the National Endowment for the Arts.
