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I HATE HAMLET to Run 4/17-5/10 at Omaha Community Playhouse

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The fast-paced comedy I Hate Hamlet runs April 17-May 10, 2015 at the Omaha Community Playhouse.

Andrew, an aspiring actor, has landed the role of a lifetime as Hamlet. There is just one problem...he hates Hamlet. As fate would have it, Andrew's new Manhattan residence is the former apartment of the brilliant actor John Barrymore, whose portrayal of Hamlet was legendary. When Barrymore's ghost appears to Andrew, he mentors Andrew on all the tricks of the trade. Will Andrew's debut be a triumph or a tragedy? Find out in this fast-paced, fencing-packed and funny play.

Production: I Hate Hamlet

Credits: By Paul Rudnick

Cast (in alphabetical order):

Ben Beck Andrew Rally

Kevin Barratt John Barrymore

Suzanne Withem Deirdre McDavey

Kim Jubenville Lillian Troy

Julie Ryan Felicia Dantine

Dave Wingert Gary Peter Lefkowitz

Show dates: April 17-May 10, 2015; Wednesday-Saturday, 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, 2 p.m.

Tickets: At the OCP Box Office, by calling (402) 553-0800 or online at www.OmahaPlayhouse.org or www.TicketOmaha.com. Single tickets are $36 for adults and $22 for students. Tickets for groups of 12 or more are $24 for adults and $16 for students.

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Discounts:

  • Whatta Deal Wednesday - On Wednesday, April 22, tickets to that evening's performance are $10 starting at 4 p.m. at the Box Office. Cash or check only. Subject to availability.
  • Twilight Tickets - A limited number of tickets are available at half price after noon the day of the performance at the Box Office. Cash or check only. Subject to availability.

Sponsored by: Carter and Vernie Jones and Q 98 (media sponsor)

Location: Omaha Community Playhouse, Howard and Rhonda Hawks Mainstage Theatre

6915 Cass Street | Omaha, NE 68132

Theater Fans' Choice Awards
2026 Theater Fans' Choice Awards - Live Stats
Best Lead Performer in a Play - Top 3
1. Daniel Radcliffe - Every Brilliant Thing
27.5% of votes
2. Nathan Lane - Death of a Salesman
12.9% of votes
3. Ayo Edebiri - Proof
6.6% of votes

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