Riverside Studio

The Riverside Studio in Tulsa, Oklahoma, is a historic building from 1928 designed in the International Style by the renowned architect Bruce Goff. Originally built as a residence with a separate studio wing for the music teacher Patti Adams Shriner, it stands out for its two-story structure, which nestles into a hillside above the Arkansas River. The flat roof and stucco facade frame a striking two-story entrance hall, considered the central design element. Eye-catching features include the large, circular front window and the staggered windows of black glass, which create a diagonal pattern.

Inside, a narrow hall connects the entrance area with the living quarters, creating partially enclosed patio areas along the way. The east wing houses the stage, while the south section contains the living room, garage, and servants' quarters. The building was once adorned with exclusive details such as Japanese wood paneling, a fountain by the Italian sculptor Alfonso Iannelli, and a series of murals by the artist Olinka Hrdy, of which only a few traces remain today.

Since 1953, the Tulsa Spotlight Company has used the building as a theater. An adaptation of the 19th-century melodrama "The Drunkard" is performed there almost every Saturday night. With a tradition of nearly sixty years, the production is considered the longest continuously running stage show in the United States. The building has been a protected landmark since 2001 and has been modernized in recent years with repairs to the roof and plumbing, as well as the addition of a library on the upper floor.