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Performing Arts

Noon | Location: Oklahoma HIJ presented by Fowler Automotive

K-pop Random Dance Event

Dance to your favorite K-pop hits from the past and today!

Moderator: MadiHatter

Panelists: MadiHatter, Mae Waters, NobleDarkness, PrincessPineapple, Saya Leigh

Tracks: Performing Arts, Anime, Music, Pop Culture & Entertainment

Noon | Location: University C

Wildwood Minstrels

Join the Wildwood Minstrels for a live performance.

Moderator: J.H. Fleming

Panelists: J.H. Fleming

Tracks: Performing Arts, Music

01:00 PM | Location: University C

Jessica Tate Harpist

Enjoy the beautiful sounds of professional harpist Jessica Tate, as she plays the Celtic harp.

Moderator: Jessica Tate

Panelists: Jessica Tate

Tracks: Performing Arts, Music

03:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Crimson Meeting Room

Disney Sing-along

Calling all sidekicks, villians, and royalty. Sing to some of your favorite Disney tunes.

Moderator: FoxDaddy

Panelists: FoxDaddy, Pallas the Librarian, Phoenix Noire BouRey

Tracks: Music, Film & TV, Pop Culture & Entertainment, General Interest, Performing Arts

03:00 PM | Location: Sooner B

Meet the Adventurers!

Meet the fine adventurers from the Soonercon Adventure Company: Larken Lovewell, Zagra Bonecrusher, Calista Stormcaller, and Evandor Trueheart! Ask them questions about their journeys across the land and how you might be able to start on your own quests.

Moderator: Stellae Cosplay

Panelists: Crash Thunderpants, John Eads/Jim Shorts, Sentinelbait, Stellae Cosplay, TKM Cosplay

Tracks: Kids, Meetup, Performing Arts

04:00 PM | Location: Oklahoma HIJ presented by Fowler Automotive

Filk Singalong

Bad Bards and Beyond join the WIldwood Minstrels in a group performance of some of our favorite filk songs.

Moderator: Mel White

Panelists: J.H. Fleming, Jason Reece, Mel White, Melinda LaFevers

Tracks: Performing Arts, Music

04:00 PM | Location: University C

Goofy Clown Show

Self-described goofy clown Sarah shares her impressive skills and comedy.

Moderator: Sarah Abear

Panelists: Sarah Abear

Tracks: Performing Arts, Fantasy

05:00 PM | Location: University C

Motley Fool Live

Come see Cody, the Motley Fool, as he entertains and amazes!

Moderator: Cody Clark

Panelists: Cody Clark

Tracks: Performing Arts, General Interest

07:00 PM | Location: University B

Anime Singo

We want our contestants to “Name that Tune” in just three seconds or less, from anime title medleys. Contestants will be both panelists and chosen from the audience.

Moderator: What's Up Fandom Podcast

Panelists: Alice-of-Hearts, Clinton Girkin, What's Up Fandom Podcast

Tracks: Anime, Performing Arts, Music

08:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Bedlam 2 Boardroom

Filk & Bardic Circle

Open Filk in the round. Come share songs, lyrics, and enjoy listening to filk-music favorites. BYO instruments. (4 hours)

Moderator: Melinda LaFevers

Panelists: A C Smart, Melinda LaFevers, Tim Frayser

Tracks: Performing Arts, Music

10:00 PM | Location: University B 18+

L.L.Killjoy's Cosplay Spectacular Drag Show and Queer Celebration

Join us Friday evening to celebrate with a cosplay drag show starring some of your favorite local drag artists! This show will feature games, dancing, and DRAG! Tips accepted! (18+ Adult evening programming.)

Moderator: L.L.Killjoy

Panelists: GatorDunn, L.L.Killjoy, Mica Membrane, Phoenix Noire BouRey, Yakisoba Zay Michaels

Tracks: Performing Arts

10:00 AM | Location: Embassy Hotel: JQH Boardroom presented by Morningstar Storage

Costume Contest Prejudging Sessions

All interested costume-contest contestants must attend their assigned pre-judging session in full costume. Questions? Find the Costuming Info table near Con HQ/Registration. (3 hours)

Moderator: Dawn Frost Cosplay

Panelists: Dawn Frost Cosplay, GalaxyGhost, Miss OoLaLa, Thousand Faces Cosplay

Tracks: Cosplay, Costuming & Fashion, Maker, Performing Arts

10:00 AM | Location: Oklahoma HIJ presented by Fowler Automotive

Traditional Irish Dancing Performance

Step dancing, jig dance, céilí dance, and more! Enjoy a range of Irish dance exhibitions from McTeggart Irish Dancers of Oklahoma in this Main Stage performance.

Moderator: McTeggart Irish Dancers of Oklahoma

Panelists: McTeggart Irish Dancers of Oklahoma

Tracks: Performing Arts, Culture & World Affairs

10:00 AM | Location: University B

K-pop Random Dance Event

Dance to your favorite K-pop hits from the past and today!

Moderator: MadiHatter

Panelists: MadiHatter, Mae Waters, NobleDarkness, PrincessPineapple, Saya Leigh

Tracks: Performing Arts, Anime, Music, Pop Culture & Entertainment

11:00 AM | Location: Oklahoma HIJ presented by Fowler Automotive

Superhero School

New World Comics presents Superhero School, featuring TV and comic-book favorites in this interactive cosplay experience. Learn about your favorite characters! Ask them about their adventures and take time for pictures.

Moderator: Buck Berlin

Panelists: Buck Berlin, La Blanke, Sentinelbait, TKM Cosplay

Tracks: Kids, Cosplay, Costuming & Fashion, Comics, Performing Arts

11:00 AM | Location: University B

Order in the Court

Be witness to the Genshin Impact world made real, thanks to this game show that allows panelists to take on the Fontaine court case!

Moderator: Ari

Panelists: Ari, fenyx.cosplays, Lydikiti.cos, Ollie, Summer

Tracks: Anime, Cosplay, Costuming & Fashion, Performing Arts

11:00 AM | Location: University C

Goofy Clown Show

Self-described goofy clown Sarah shares her impressive skills and comedy.

Moderator: Sarah Abear

Panelists: Sarah Abear

Tracks: Performing Arts, Fantasy

Noon | Location: University B

Magic Show

Are you ready for a magic show with everything? Master Magician Michael Corley will be performing stunning magical effects including invisible objects, time travel, bending metal, telekinesis, and levitation! Children will watch up close as they are brought up to participate in the show in this event designed for the whole family. Are you ready to see the impossible?

Moderator: Magician Michael Corley

Panelists: Magician Michael Corley

Tracks: Performing Arts

Noon | Location: University C

Pirate Sing Along with Bad Bards & Beyond

Avast ye fen, there be filking and sea shantying in the guild hall! Join the gleewomen of the Bad Bards and Beyond for this jaunty time of music and more.

Moderator: Melinda LaFevers

Panelists: Mel White, Melinda LaFevers

Tracks: Performing Arts, Music

01:00 PM | Location: Oklahoma G

Poetry & Acoustic Music Open Mic

Two poems or songs, or six minutes of freestyle, whichever comes first. Share your poetry and music and listen to fellow creatives in this open-mic session.

Moderator: Daniel Erickson

Panelists: Daniel Erickson, David Carrico, Mark Alfred

Tracks: Meetup, Performing Arts, Writing & Publishing, Music

01:00 PM | Location: Oklahoma HIJ presented by Fowler Automotive

Bellydance Performance

Traditional and modern fusion styles of bellydance from Aalim Dance Academy.

Moderator: Aalim Dance Academy

Panelists: Aalim Dance Academy

Tracks: Performing Arts

01:00 PM | Location: University B

Taiko Drumming with Kanpai

Enjoy this traditional Japanese taiko drumming performance led by Kanpai!

Moderator: Kanpai Japanese Taiko Drum Team

Panelists: Kanpai Japanese Taiko Drum Team

Tracks: Performing Arts, Culture & World Affairs

01:30 PM | Location: Sooner B

Kids Irish Dancing Demo

In this interactive session, kids learn the basics of Irish dancing with the McTeggart Irish Dancers of Oklahoma.

Moderator: McTeggart Irish Dancers of Oklahoma

Panelists: McTeggart Irish Dancers of Oklahoma

Tracks: Kids, Performing Arts, Culture & World Affairs

02:00 PM | Location: Oklahoma G

Cosplaying as a Couple

Hear how to best match your partner's cosplay from veteran cosplayers. You don't have to look alike, but you shouldn't be outside their theme either. How to become a costuming duo and to effectively plan your builds!

Moderator: Thousand Faces Cosplay

Panelists: Thousand Faces Cosplay

Tracks: Cosplay, Costuming & Fashion, Performing Arts

03:00 PM | Location: Boomer A

Cosplay Drag - Where Two Artforms Meet

Drag performers discuss how they integrate cosplay into their drag, and vice versa. They cover topics like: How do you incorporate cosplay into your drag character? How do you choose a cosplay to incorporate into your drag? What distinguishes cosplay drag from other types of cosplay? What tips and tricks can you offer people who want to incorporate drag elements into their cosplay work? Why is it important to have LGBTQ+ representation in the cosplay community, whether through drag or otherwise?

Moderator: Busty Springfield

Panelists: Ariel Monroe, Busty Springfield, Court's Cosplay, L.L.Killjoy, Mica Membrane, Phoenix Noire BouRey, Yakisoba Zay Michaels

Tracks: Cosplay, Costuming & Fashion, Performing Arts, Culture & World Affairs

03:00 PM | Location: Oklahoma HIJ presented by Fowler Automotive

Delightful Decadence Performance

Idol and K-pop dancing performances brought to you by Delightful Decadence.

Moderator: MadiHatter

Panelists: MadiHatter, Mae Waters, NobleDarkness, PrincessPineapple, Saya Leigh

Tracks: Performing Arts, Anime

03:00 PM | Location: University C

Wildwood Minstrels

Join the Wildwood Minstrels for a live performance.

Moderator: J.H. Fleming

Panelists: J.H. Fleming, Jason Reece

Tracks: Performing Arts, Music

04:00 PM | Location: Oklahoma HIJ presented by Fowler Automotive

Medieval Song and Dance Performance

The Arthurian Order of Avalon performs historical songs and dances from throughout European history. Audience members can learn dance etiquette, some history of our songs, and the parts of any great period dance – walking, arming, and siding.

Moderator: Arthurian Order of Avalon

Panelists: Arthurian Order of Avalon

Tracks: Performing Arts, Music, History

04:00 PM | Location: University C

Magic & Comedy Show

"The Funniest Magician in America," John Shack provides a fun, hilarious, and unforgettable experience.

Moderator: John Shack

Panelists: John Shack

Tracks: Performing Arts, General Interest

05:00 PM | Location: University C

Pierce Hart Celtic Music

Pierce Hart Celtic Band performs Irish music.

Moderator: Pierce Hart Celtic Band

Panelists: Pierce Hart Celtic Band

Tracks: Performing Arts, Music

08:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Bedlam 2 Boardroom

Filk & Bardic Circle

Open Filk in the round. Come share songs, lyrics, and enjoy listening to filk-music favorites. BYO instruments. (4 hours)

Moderator: Mel White

Panelists: A C Smart, Mel White

Tracks: Performing Arts, Music

08:00 PM | Location: Oklahoma HIJ presented by Fowler Automotive

Costume Contest

Soonercon's 32nd annual Costume Contest.

Moderator: John Eads/Jim Shorts

Panelists: Crash Thunderpants, Dawn Frost Cosplay, GalaxyGhost, John Eads/Jim Shorts, Matt Cavanaugh, Miss OoLaLa, Sentinelbait, Thousand Faces Cosplay, TKM Cosplay

Tracks: Cosplay, Costuming & Fashion, Contest, Art, Maker, Performing Arts

09:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Crimson Meeting Room

Cartoonist Jam

Suggest an idea for our panel of cartoonists and watch them draw live!

Moderator: Teddy Harvia

Panelists: Eric Osborn/JEO Creations, Jerry Bennett, Johnnie Johnson, Mike Kennedy, Teddy Harvia

Tracks: Art, Performing Arts

10:00 PM | Location: Boomer A

Inside the Liar's Studio

Our host reveals "truths" about the panelists. Then panelists have to improv their way through, around, or over them. Watch as the panelists answer questions about themselves and current events. Audience participation encouraged!

Moderator: Stephen Patrick

Panelists: David Rike, Kim Ventrella, Liz Campbell, Sherri Dean, Stephen Patrick, vickey malone kennedy

Tracks: Performing Arts, Meetup

10:30 PM | Location: Oklahoma HIJ presented by Fowler Automotive 18+

Soonercon After Dark: Nerdlesque with Terre Rouge Burlesque

Nerd out for this GEEKtastic event featuring Terre Rouge Burlesque's infamous WEIRDlesque, which has grown to become one of the largest regular NERDlesque productions in the country. Over the past five years, Terre Rouge has cultivated a robust local scene providing space for over 75 unique artists to grow and thrive through seven regular productions.

This show is an ultimate celebration of inclusivity with mass appeal and reveal! Join the fun! Cosplay or theme dress is HIGHLY encouraged! Performances by Bessie Boutté, Padme Peaches, and Charlie Love, with Jim Shorts, Emcee. (Must be age 18+ w/ID to participate in this exclusive late-night function).

Moderator: John Eads/Jim Shorts

Panelists: Bessie Boutté, Terre Rouge Burlesque, Carousel Cosplay/Padme Peaches, Charlie Love, John Eads/Jim Shorts

Tracks: Performing Arts

10:00 AM | Location: University C

Bellydance Performance

Traditional and modern fusion styles of bellydance from Aalim Dance Academy.

Moderator: Aalim Dance Academy

Panelists: Aalim Dance Academy

Tracks: Performing Arts

11:00 AM | Location: University B

Discover Middle Ages and Renaissance Dancing

The Arthurian Order of Avalon invites all to learn historical European dances from the Middle Ages and Renaissance. Audience members will be able to participate on stage with our demonstrators. These skills could prove useful to any recent isekai protagonists!

Moderator: Arthurian Order of Avalon

Panelists: Arthurian Order of Avalon

Tracks: Performing Arts, History

11:00 AM | Location: University C

Bad Bards & Beyond Performance

Join the gleewomen of the Bad Bards and Beyond for this time of music.

Moderator: Melinda LaFevers

Panelists: Mel White, Melinda LaFevers

Tracks: Performing Arts, Music

Noon | Location: University B

Pub Song Singalong

A Fine Old World Tradition – we bring the music, you sing along! From the silly to the sentimental, music for everyone!

Moderator: Demi Gray

Panelists: Daisy Gorton, Demi Gray, Jamie Hardison, Michael Riggins, Sarah Abear

Tracks: Performing Arts, Music

Noon | Location: University C

Unpronounceable Irish Band Performance

The Unpronounceable Irish Band performs.

Moderator: Unpronounceable Irish Band

Panelists: Unpronounceable Irish Band

Tracks: Performing Arts, Music

01:00 PM | Location: Oklahoma HIJ presented by Fowler Automotive

Epic Cosplay Showcase with Mica Membrane: An All-Ages Drag Show!

Prepare the boots house down, baby! It's an all-ages drag show about and by cosplayers! This short show will feature local drag artists serving camp and nerdiness to help close out another wonderful year of Soonercon! All are welcome and tips appreciated.

Moderator: Mica Membrane

Panelists: Ariel Monroe, Busty Springfield, L.L.Killjoy, Mica Membrane, Phoenix Noire BouRey

Tracks: Performing Arts

01:00 PM | Location: University C

Wildwood Minstrels

Join the Wildwood Minstrels for a live performance.

Moderator: J.H. Fleming

Panelists: J.H. Fleming, Jason Reece

Tracks: Performing Arts, Music

02:00 PM | Location: Sooner B

K-pop Random Dance Event

Dance to your favorite K-pop hits from the past and today! Family-friendly and all ages.

Moderator: MadiHatter

Panelists: MadiHatter, Mae Waters, NobleDarkness, PrincessPineapple, Saya Leigh

Tracks: Kids, Performing Arts, Anime, Music, Pop Culture & Entertainment