Get theatre news and discounts for Omaha

Omaha Theatre Newsroom

The latest news on live theatre in Omaha from Broadway shows on tour to regional theatre.

Review: OTHER DESERT CITIES at Bellevue Little Theatre Packs a Punch
by Christine Swerczek - January 17, 2026
What did our critic think of OTHER DESERT CITIES at Bellevue Little Theatre?
Review: THE PIANO LESSON at Omaha Community Playhouse is On Key
by Christine Swerczek - January 16, 2026
Omaha Community Playhouse has opened their 2026 season with a heavy hitting winner. August Wilson’s THE PIANO LESSON won a 1990 Pulitzer and was nominated in five categories for a Tony Award.
Winners Announced For The 2025 BroadwayWorld Omaha Awards
by BWW Awards - January 16, 2026
Winners have been announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Omaha Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
Acclaimed Pianist Gabriela Montero Returns to the Lied This Month
by A.A. Cristi - January 12, 2026
Renowned pianist Gabriela Montero will return to the Lied Center to perform a unique improvisational concert. Montero, celebrated for her ability to blend classical and contemporary styles, will take the stage, offering a fresh and dynamic performance that highlights her exceptional improvisational skills.
MESHUGGAH-NUNS Kicks Off TADA Productions' 25th Anniversary Season
by A.A. Cristi - January 12, 2026
TADA Productions will present MESHUGGAH-NUNS, the latest installment in the Nunsense series, starting February 12 at The TADA Theatre in Lincoln, Nebraska. The musical comedy features the Little Sisters of Hoboken in a high-seas adventure filled with humor and unexpected performances.
Interview: Quinn VanAntwerp of SHUCKED! at Orpheum
by Christine Swerczek - January 12, 2026
Quinn Van Antwerp currently stars as Gordy in this hilarious, but corny, Tony Award-winning musical “SHUCKED” hitting the Orpheum stage January 13-18. Quinn is a veteran of stage and screen, having performed in productions such as THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG and more than 3,000 shows of JERSEY BOYS as Bob Gaudio.
HADESTOWN National Tour to Kick Off 2026 at The Lied Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 06, 2026
Hadestown will come to Lincoln in 2026. As part of the 2025-26 Broadway Season, the show will play the Lied Center for four performances.
Tickets Now On Sale For SIX in Omaha
by BWW News Desk - January 02, 2026
Omaha Performing Arts has announced that tickets for the Tony Award-Winning electrifying new musical phenomenon SIX by Tony Award-winners Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss are now on sale.
Last Chance to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Omaha Awards; WALNUT RIDGE Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - December 29, 2025
This is the last chance to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Omaha Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
MANNHEIM STEAMROLLER 2025 Christmas Tour Comes To Lincoln This Month
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2025
Mannheim Steamroller Christmas by Chip Davis will return to the Lied Center with two performances that feature the ensemble’s signature arrangements and multimedia presentation.
Interview: Kyle Mangold of THE NOTEBOOK at Orpheum Theater
by Analisa Swerczek - December 08, 2025
Kyle Mangold, who plays Younger Noah on the national tour of The Notebook, sat down with BroadwayWorld in Omaha to talk about life in the arts and on the road. The Notebook opens December 9th at the Orpheum Theater and has performances scheduled through December 14th.
A CHRISTMAS STORY, THE MUSICAL Comes to Lied Center This Holiday Season
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2025
A CHRISTMAS STORY, THE MUSICAL will begin performances at Lied Center for Performing Arts. Christmas Story, The Musical, brings the classic 1983 movie to hilarious life on stage in Lincoln on December 16-21, 2025
The TADA Theatre to Present HOLIDAY HILARITY WEEKENDS
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2025
This December The TADA Theatre will offer the gift of laughter with Holiday Hilarities Weekends. Kicking things off will be national comedian Matt Geiler from America's Got Talent!
MAMMA MIA! Comes To The Orpheum Theater In 2026
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2025
Omaha Performing Arts has announced that tickets are now on sale for the 2026 engagement of MAMMA MIA!, running April 28–May 3 at the Orpheum Theater.
Voting Open for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Omaha Awards
by BWW Awards - November 24, 2025
Voting is now open for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Omaha Awards. The 2025 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
ICYMI: Next On Stage: Season 5- Meet the Top 15
by BWW News Desk - November 23, 2025
BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage, Broadway's biggest national competition for high school and college students, returned to reveal the Top 15 performers in both age groups. The Top 15 includes...
Watch: Next On Stage's High School & College Top 15 Revealed
by BWW News Desk - November 21, 2025
Who will make the Top 15 of BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage? You'lll have to tune in tonight, November 21 (High School: 7pm ET, College: 9pm ET), to find out!
Voting Open to Pick the Top 15 of Next On Stage: Season 6
by Team BWW - November 17, 2025
Voting is now open for BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage, Broadway's biggest national competition for high school and college students. Cast your vote now!
THE UGLY SEASONAL SWEATER SOIREE is Coming to The Arts Center at Iowa Western
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2025
The 'Ugly Seasonal Sweater Soiree' Story will be presented at The Arts Center at Iowa Western, Council Bluffs IA. The Ugly Seasonal Sweater Soiree is written by Omaha locals Billy McGuigan and Kaitlyn Rudeen and directed by Jeremy Stoll.
Review: MISS BENNET: CHRISTMAS AT PEMBERLEY at Enid Miller Lab Theatre, Nebraska Wesleyan University
by Christine Swerczek - November 07, 2025
For an utterly charming evening, head to the intimate Enid Miller Lab Theatre at Nebraska Wesleyan University in Lincoln, Nebraska. You won't be disappointed.
Interview: Jinkx Monsoon & BenDeLaCreme Are Bringing Holiday Magic to a City Near You
by David Clarke - October 29, 2025
Eight years into redefining what a holiday show can be, drag powerhouses Jinkx Monsoon and BenDeLaCreme are once again decking the halls, and the patriarchy, with a brand-new production of The Jinkx & DeLa Holiday Show.
The TADA Theatre Will Present MR. SHOWTIME for Two Nights Only
by BWW News Desk - October 28, 2025
The TADA Theatre will present a special two-night engagement of Mr. Showtime, featuring comedian and entertainer David Scott, this November on the theatre’s main stage in Lincoln’s Historic Haymarket District.
Last Chance To Submit For The 2025 BroadwayWorld Omaha Awards
by BWW Awards - October 27, 2025
This is your last chance to submit for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Omaha Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
TheaterworksUSA’s DOG MAN: THE MUSICAL To Play The Lied Center Arts In November
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2025
TheaterWorksUSA’s production of Dog Man: The Musical—based on Dav Pilkey’s beloved children’s series—will make its Lincoln premiere at the Lied Center for Performing Arts on Sunday, November 9, 2025.
A CHRISTMAS STORY, THE MUSICAL 2025 National Tour Cast And Dates Revealed
by BWW News Desk - October 16, 2025
Full cast and an official tour schedule has been announced for the 2025 National Tour of A CHRISTMAS STORY, THE MUSICAL, launching November 11, 2025 in Utica, New York.

Videos


Guys and Dolls in Omaha Guys and Dolls
Nebraska Communities Playhouse (2/13 - 2/22) Tracker
Arsenic and Old Lace in Omaha Arsenic and Old Lace
Lofte Community Theatre (10/16 - 10/25)
Mamma Mia! in Omaha Mamma Mia!
Orpheum Theater Omaha (4/28 - 5/3)
A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder in Omaha A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder
Annie L. McDonald Theatre (4/23 - 5/3)
Wicked in Omaha Wicked
Orpheum Theater Omaha (6/17 - 7/5)
The Two-Character Play in Omaha The Two-Character Play
BLIXT Arts Lab (1/23 - 1/24)
PHOTOS DISCOUNT
A Beautiful Noise in Omaha A Beautiful Noise
Orpheum Theater Omaha (2/10 - 2/15)
The Gas Heart in Omaha The Gas Heart
The Studio Theatre (1/29 - 2/8)
VIEW SHOWS  ADD A SHOW