New life for historic Big 10 Ballroom

Tulsa World Podcast

New life for historic Big 10 Ballroom

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Published on Nov 2, 2023, 7:51:54 AM
Total time: 00:12:09

Episode Description

The Big 10 Ballroom (1624 E. Apache St.), a steeped-in-history Tulsa music venue, has been brought back to life.

The first and robust life of the north Tulsa venue included performances by Ella Fitzgerald, Count Basie, Ike and Tina Turner, The Temptations, Jackie Wilson, James Brown, Ray Charles, Duke Ellington, Little Richard and Etta James.

Jimmie Tramel and James Watts talk about the upcoming tribute event, plus previews of other Scene content.


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