The Drunkard & The Olio is the historic and longest-running play in the U.S. It started in 1953 and has never stopped. Performances are every week, on Saturdays at 7:30pm. It's an interactive play with lots of audience engagement.
You can purchase tickets online at the Tulsa Spotlight Theater website. Adult tickets are $28 and children are $15. It's a long show. Doors open at 7pm. The show starts at 7:15 with a singalong of old songs. Everyone has the lyrics in the program to join in. Then, the Olio are the openers. They rotate between dancers, musicians, singers, jugglers, magicians, or even comedians. When I went, there was a magician that was amazing. The main event is an old-fashioned melodrama. During intermission, they serve concessions, beer, coffee, soft drinks and even tomatoes to toss at the villain.
The building itself is and feels historic. It's easy to notice on Riverside due to its white and tall facade. They do private events, making it a unique venue option. A group of very dedicated volunteers makes all the magic happen. This is a must-experience Tulsa tradition! read more