[2026] John Orsulak and Pat Hobbs Interview

[2026] John Orsulak and Pat Hobbs Interview

John Orsulak and Pat Hobbs Oral History Interview from March 19, 2026

This interview with Pat Hobbs and John Orsulak explores their 36-year relationship following a chance encounter at a church, their careers and longtime involvement in theater and music. They also highlight their activism within the LGBTQ community in Tulsa and the vision they had and implemented to bring the Lynn Riggs Theatre at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center to life. They share personal stories, including the passing of Pat’s brother to AIDS, insights on community involvement, and their vision for a more inclusive future.

John Orsulak, Pat Hobbs, Toby Jenkins, Dennis Neill

March 19, 2026