Nov 22, 2021
On today's
episode of the Only in OK Show, we are taking you to The
Plaza District in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
The 16th Street Plaza District is a neighborhood commercial
district boasting Oklahoma City's creative, local flavor. Located
on NW 16th Street between Classen and Penn Ave, the Plaza District
is home to galleries, studios, retail shops, restaurants,
performance venues and creative services.
Oklahoma City, officially the City of Oklahoma City, and often
shortened to OKC, is the capital and largest city of the U.S. state
of Oklahoma. The county seat of Oklahoma County, it ranks 22nd
among United States cities in population, and is the 11th largest
city in the Southern United States.
Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma is the state’s leading
professional theatre company. Lyric produces classic and
contemporary musicals and plays created by artists from Oklahoma
and around the nation. Shows are presented at two Oklahoma City
venues — the intimate, 281-seat Plaza Theatre and the grand,
2,477-seat Civic Center Music Hall. Lyric is a
nonprofit member theatre of the National Alliance for Musical
Theatre and Allied Arts.
Bad Granny's Bazaar is a unique store
full of curious collectibles. There's no telling what sort of
treasures you'll find at this bizarre bazaar from kids' handmade
clothing to retro Western wear. There are also items for the home
including antique furniture, knick knacks, tons of records and
amazing art. Stock up on unique accessories like handcrafted
jewelry, retro bags and vintage shoes, or dig through the racks to
find the perfect outfit. Bad Granny's Bazaar also hosts live bands
and open mic nights in Bad Granny's Backroom.
Dig IT OKC proudly supports over 25 local artists
that specialize in all things odd and unusual .
DNA Galleries is an artist made store and urban
contemporary art gallery in Oklahoma City. Since the beginning we
have supported local and emerging artists and makers in all they
do.
At Folk.Life, you can experience the world without ever
leaving Oklahoma. They have pottery, handicrafts, home goods, folk
art, masks, clothing, jewelry & accessories from 30 different
countries.
Plaza Walls is a curated, rotating mural project in
the Plaza District of Oklahoma City managed and produced by The
Oklahoma Mural Syndicate (OMS). The project was launched in
September 2015 by Dylan Bradway and Kristopher Kanaly.
Find mouthwatering pizzas with unique toppings at Oklahoma
City's Empire Slice House. Located in the Plaza
District, this joint serves delicious New York-style pizza by the
slice or as a whole pie. Since 2013, locals and visitors alike have
been flocking to this eclectic pizza palace to satisfy their
cravings.
Up-Down is an arcade bar featuring games from
the '80s and '90s, pinball machines, skeeball alleys, Nintendo 64 console gaming, and more. All games cost
just 25 cents. Their drink menu includes an extensive craft beer
selection and even more bottles and cans, as well as house-made
pizza by the slice with unique toppings.
The Mule is a locally owned and operated Restaurant
& Bar in Oklahoma City that serves up delicious gourmet hot melts
and grilled cheese sandwiches, and helps you wash it down with a
delightful cold beer.
We also discuss the News on
6 story:
Tourism At Oklahoma State Parks Sees Record-Breaking Numbers In
2021.
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