Alicia Chesser

Alicia Chesser is the culture editor of The Pickup. She's been writing about the arts in Tulsa for two decades. When she's not at someone else's show, she makes and teaches contemporary dance and messes around with creative nonfiction.

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Tulsa Picks

The Best Tulsa Events: June 17-23

The Silkroad Ensemble, Tulsa Juneteenth, Graveyard Shift Slumber Party and more!

Alicia Chesser and Katie Wiehe

June 16, 2026

Tulsa Picks

The Best Tulsa Events: June 10-16

David Sedaris, a "We The People" exhibit, SK8 Date and more!

Alicia Chesser and Katie Wiehe

June 9, 2026

Culture

The Pickup’s Big Guide To Summer 2026

Outdoor tunes! Festivals! Patios! Day trips! Concerts! Ice cream!

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Alicia Chesser, Katie Wiehe, Matt Carney, Megan Shepherd, and Z.B. Reeves

June 4, 2026

Culture

16 Art Shows To See In June

This month's exhibits include photography, serious and satirical installations, large-scale wheat paste, innovative fiber works, and politically-focused art.

Alicia Chesser and Katie Wiehe

June 2, 2026

Tulsa Picks

The Best Tulsa Events: June 3-9

First Friday, Pride celebrations, Tulsa Tough and more!

Alicia Chesser and Katie Wiehe

June 2, 2026

Culture

Erin Turner Wants To Have The Hard Conversation

The Tulsa-born artist discusses her new book about Ed Galloway’s Totem Pole Park and its complicated attempt to commemorate the Native American experience.

Alicia Chesser

May 29, 2026