New life for historic Big 10 Ballroom

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. Related Ronnie Wilson tribute event marks return of concerts to historic Big 10 Ballroom Best bets: Things to do this week New Canebrake restaurant serves old-school favorites with gourmet flair | Review 415 Grille opens in Atlas Building; Boston Deli has new Chef's Special The challenges and joys of dancing 'Don Quixote' Zac Hanson puts song on auction block to assist Raven Drum Foundation 'I love the live music experience': New BOK Center GM found niche in live entertainment New concert events announced: Bad Bunny coming to BOK Center Contact us Scene Writer Jimmie Tramel: Email | Twitter | Follow his stories Scene Writer James Watts: Email | Twitter | Follow his stories Subscribe to this podcast on: Apple | Google | SpotifySupport the show: https://tulsaworld.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.