Wednesday April 8, 2026

Oklahoma City University will host a free red carpet screening of Life’s Ballet on Wednesday, April 8 from 6–8 p.m. Reception begins at 6 p.m., with the film at 7 p.m.

Dance Chair Emeritus Jo Rowan will attend for a post-screening Q&A.

Co-directed by OCU graduate Wendy Garrett and Christopher Hunt, the documentary highlights Rowan’s transformative leadership.

Free admission; registration required via Evite link.

Life’s Ballet was an official selection of the deadCenter Film Festival, Oklahoma’s premier celebration of independent film. The screening introduced audiences to the powerful story of Dance Chair Emeritus Jo Rowan and her transformative impact on Oklahoma City University’s nationally recognized dance program, highlighting a legacy of artistry, discipline, and mentorship that continues to shape performers across the country.