Author: David Prock

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Reese Donohue and Christopher Prudhomme are the duo that makes up Painted Palms. The two cousins grew up together in Lafayette, Louisiana but Donohue eventually moved to San Francisco .This forced the pair to start sending song ideas back and forth via email. Donohue would send a short looping beat and Prudhomme would reply with a vocal melody. This method spawned their first release called Canopy. They now both live in San Francisco but they continue to create music like they are miles apart. They write and record each individual piece of the…continue reading →

Mumford and Sons to Take Hiatus

Since their formation in 2007, folk-rock band Mumford and Sons has released two albums, obtained international fame, won a Grammy, and toured almost non-stop. It would seem that the Gentlemen of the Road have managed to run themselves a little ragged when on September 20th they announced an indefinite hiatus for a “considerable amount of time”. The band indicated that for the past five years they have spent a great deal of time on the road and that they wish to spend time with their families. While they are breaking from touring it…continue reading →

“Destination RSU” Shows Students What’s to Come

"Destination RSU" is an annual meet and greet between RSU and high school seniors and juniors. Students who attend get a chance to speak with current college students and faculty and learn about the opportunities available at Rogers State. In addition to school departments many student organizations will also be in attendance, showing off the various interests and giving out prizes including scholarships to future students. "Destination RSU" is your opportunity to find out what college life is all about, providing a chance for seniors to really catch a glimpse at what the…continue reading →

RSU to host 4th annual Art on the Hill

It’s not every day the campus of Rogers State fills up with artists, performers, and musicians from around Green Country, but that’s exactly what’s happening at the 4th annual Art on the Hill Festival. September 20th and 21st will feature an array of different artists showing off their work, from sculpting, painting, and wood crafting to live demonstrations, music, and theatre. The event also features outstanding works by area high school and college students. The festival will feature multiple art galleries and a space for performing arts. For the family there is also…continue reading →

The Lion King : I’m feeling the Love

The acclaimed Broadway production of the highest grossing traditionally animated film comes to the heart of Green Country and does not disappoint. This spectacular show hits on all marks, acting, costume, and design to bring the story of Simba to life. Opening with a massive chorus of the “Circle of Life” this musical engulfs the audience directly into the plains of Pride Rock. Giraffes, elephants, and wildebeests march through the audience and gazelle leap across the stage in a spectacle I have not seen matched before. All of the performances are terrific, namely…continue reading →

I’ll be Your Huckleberry, Festival

If you’re looking for another way to enjoy this Summer in Green Country you can take a little trip to Jay for the city's annual Huckleberry Festival July 6th. Browse through exhibit halls with arts and crafts, a quilt show and, homemade goods. Sign up for the annual Huckleberry 5K run or take it easy and meander through classic cars and street rods in the festival's car show. If you want a little fun take a spin on a carnival rides or show up early Saturday morning for the Huckleberry Festival's parade, which…continue reading →

Dr. Kruse Rocks at EMP

RSU professor Dr. Holly Kruse will represent the university at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum EMP Pop Conference in Cleveland April 19th and 20th. Kruse will be a part of a round table discussion entitled “Is a World of "Posts" a Post-Canon World?”. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum’s education program has become one of the most celebrated and award-winning fine arts museums in the nation. The roundtable is set to discuss the status of music canon in a growing world of algorithms and online libraries.…continue reading →

Tulsa Youth Symphony: Spring Serenade

Monday May 6th the Tulsa Youth Symphony will present their annual Spring Serenade. The performance will include both the Concert Orchestra conducted by Pete Peterson and the Symphony Orchestra conducted by Ronald Wheeler and Richard Wagner. The two orchestras are composed of 160 students from various public, private, and home schools throughout northeast Oklahoma. Featured soloists for this year’s Spring Serenade include Violist Yuna Ha, Cellist Reed Reagan and Violinist Alex O’Boyle. The Serenade will include pieces by Beethoven, Mozart, Tchaikovsky and The Beatles. The 2013 Spring Serenade will be at Union Schools…continue reading →

KCACTF: David’s Take

Hey there David Prock here in Shreveport, LA with Josh and Garrett. We’ve had a great week taking part in Kennedy Center of American College Theatre Festival. Many have had the chance to participate in acting and directing workshops and we’ve seen a variety of productions with great performances. I have been especially busy because of the 10 Minute Plays Showcase. The Showcase features six 10 minute plays written by different students from across the region. I attended the auditions on Wednesday with around sixty other students from many different schools. I was…continue reading →

RSU President to chair ARC campaign

Rogers State University President Larry Rice has been selected to chair this year’s “Heroes for the American Red Cross” campaign. “Heroes for the American Red Cross” is an annual fund raising program and has helped to improve and aide those effected by disaster. “I’m proud to have been asked to chair this year’s “Heroes for the American Red Cross Campaign. Rogers State University has a long history of partnering with the American Red Cross whether it’s holding blood drives on campus to co-sponsoring the annual murder mystery fundraiser event.” Rice said. “Whether it’s…continue reading →