UNW Theatre Presents Rodgers & Hammerstein's OKLAHOMA!

ST.PAUL, MN (10/07/2013)(readMedia)-- University of Northwestern – St. Paul (UNW) announces UNW Theatre's production of Rodgers & Hammerstein's beloved American classic OKLAHOMA! The musical takes the stage Oct. 31–Nov. 2 and Nov. 7–9 at 7 p.m.in Maranatha Hall on Northwestern's campus, 3003 Snelling Ave. N., St. Paul, Minn. Tickets are available beginning Oct. 9 at 651-631-5151 or unwtickets.com.

Directed by Nathan Cousins, with music direction by David Kozamchak, OKLAHOMA is set in Western Territory just before statehood. A high-spirited rivalry between local farmers and cowhands provides the colorful background for this tale of romance and revelry. With a sweeping musical score, a corral of wonderful characters, and an old-fashioned sensibility, Rodgers and Hammerstein's first collaboration remains, in many ways, their most innovative. OKLAHOMA set the standards and established the rules for musical theatre still being followed today in what is considered one of the most beloved and truly American musicals of all time.

Learn more about OKLAHOMA and University of Northwestern's 2013–14 theatre productions at unwsp.edu/theatre.

University of Northwestern – St. Paul (formerly Northwestern College) is a nondenominational Christian university in St. Paul, Minn. With a biblical worldview integrated into all programs, UNW provides a unique educational experience for students who want to combine faith and education. UNW offers 70+ areas of undergraduate study, six master's degrees, and online and early college programs. Northwestern Media, a ministry of the university, operates 15 Christian radio stations with over 1 million listeners throughout the Midwest. Visit unwsp.edu for more information.