The McKnight Center Postpones All Events through April 5 Due to COVID-19
STILLWATER – (March 14, 2020) – The McKnight Center has postponed all performances and Greenwood School of Music events through April 5, 2020, in support of the City of Stillwater’s recommendation to suspend events due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The postponed events include:
The McKnight Center’s staff have already been in contact with their artists and are working to reschedule these events. They will announce revised dates as soon as this information becomes available.
Ticket holders have the following options:
In the event a concert is canceled without a rescheduled performance, ticket holders have the same credit options and can also request a full refund of their purchase for cancellations.
“The McKnight Center’s top priority is always the health and safety of our audience, performers and staff,” said Marilynn and Carl Thoma Executive Director Mark Blakeman. “Although we are saddened to postpone events through April 5, we respect the City of Stillwater’s recommendation to do what is best for our community.”
The McKnight Center’s team is closely monitoring the Centers for Disease Control reports and local health officials regarding the COVID-19 situation and will continue to follow their guidance. As a precautionary measure, the janitorial staff has increased the frequency of cleaning and is routinely disinfecting commonly touched surfaces throughout the venue, including entrance doors, armrests, handles, elevator keypads, etc.
The Lou and Jim Morris Box Office will suspend in person walk-up sales to minimize staff and guest risk of exposure to the virus. The Box Office will remain open for phone and online sales.
For questions, concerns, or to renew a subscription to The McKnight Center’s 2020-2021 Season, please contact (405) 744-9999 or info@mcknightcenter.org.
About The McKnight Center for the Performing Arts
The McKnight Center for the Performing Arts at Oklahoma State University is a world-class epicenter for the arts dedicated to attracting celebrated national and international programs with notable performing arts productions and artists. The McKnight Center is an expression of Oklahoma State University's commitment to the arts to inspire and transform lives through artistic excellence, creative experiences and impactful learning opportunities. To learn more, visit McKnightCenter.org.
MEDIA CONTACT
Jacqueline Sit
jsit@goodengroup.com
(405) 888-3683
The postponed events include:
- ⦁ March 25: Carnegie Hall Link Up with Stillwater Public Schools and the Enid Symphony Orchestra
- ⦁ March 27 and 28: Jonathan Biss Beethoven Piano Series
- ⦁ April 2 and April 3: The Buddy Holly Story
- ⦁ April 4: Sarah Coburn In Concert and Coburn’s master classes (March 31 and April 2)
- ⦁ All Greenwood School of Music events
The McKnight Center’s staff have already been in contact with their artists and are working to reschedule these events. They will announce revised dates as soon as this information becomes available.
Ticket holders have the following options:
- ⦁ Keep your tickets and attend the rescheduled concert
- ⦁ Donate your tickets to The McKnight Center as a tax deduction
- ⦁ Return your tickets for an account credit on a future performance
In the event a concert is canceled without a rescheduled performance, ticket holders have the same credit options and can also request a full refund of their purchase for cancellations.
“The McKnight Center’s top priority is always the health and safety of our audience, performers and staff,” said Marilynn and Carl Thoma Executive Director Mark Blakeman. “Although we are saddened to postpone events through April 5, we respect the City of Stillwater’s recommendation to do what is best for our community.”
The McKnight Center’s team is closely monitoring the Centers for Disease Control reports and local health officials regarding the COVID-19 situation and will continue to follow their guidance. As a precautionary measure, the janitorial staff has increased the frequency of cleaning and is routinely disinfecting commonly touched surfaces throughout the venue, including entrance doors, armrests, handles, elevator keypads, etc.
The Lou and Jim Morris Box Office will suspend in person walk-up sales to minimize staff and guest risk of exposure to the virus. The Box Office will remain open for phone and online sales.
For questions, concerns, or to renew a subscription to The McKnight Center’s 2020-2021 Season, please contact (405) 744-9999 or info@mcknightcenter.org.
About The McKnight Center for the Performing Arts
The McKnight Center for the Performing Arts at Oklahoma State University is a world-class epicenter for the arts dedicated to attracting celebrated national and international programs with notable performing arts productions and artists. The McKnight Center is an expression of Oklahoma State University's commitment to the arts to inspire and transform lives through artistic excellence, creative experiences and impactful learning opportunities. To learn more, visit McKnightCenter.org.
MEDIA CONTACT
Jacqueline Sit
jsit@goodengroup.com
(405) 888-3683
