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Mary Poppins
“Step in time” into the whimsical world of imagination and wonder! KVNO is proud to be the radio sponsor for the Omaha Community Playhouse’s production of Mary Poppins.
Learn MoreComposer Mug Series
You didn’t miss Mozart; we’re not done with Debussy; you can still select Schumann with your gift of $10-a-month today! KVNO’s special composer mugs are still available, but only for a limited time.
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KVNO is celebrating over 25 years of honoring young people in our community who play classical music with KVNO Classical Kids. If there is a Classical Kid in your life we should know about, nominate them by June 7th.
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KVNO has been honoring students who play, sing or compose for over twenty years. Each monthly Classical Kid receives a $300 scholarship from the Soener Foundation.
Arts Today
June 5th, 2026
Omaha Chamber Music Society Opens Summer Series With Comedy and Classics
The Omaha Chamber Music Society opens its summer season with musical humor, unexpected twists, and a playful program featuring works by Mozart, Caroline Shaw, and Bach. The concert also marks the first season under new Artistic Director Brett Hodge.
June 4th, 2026
Stanley Tucci Still Owns the Ultimate Travel Show Obsession
Stanley Tucci’s Tucci in Italy is more than a food and travel show; it’s a warm, beautifully filmed journey through culture, tradition, and human connection. Christine Burright says the new season proves why Tucci remains the king of comfort-viewing television.
June 3rd, 2026
Bookworm Celebrates AANHPI Heritage Month With Recommended Reads
Even after May has ended, The Bookworm continues celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with recommended reads that explore history, family, and identity. From post Civil War Los Angeles to modern questions of belonging and displacement, these books spotlight powerful voices and unforgettable stories.
June 2nd, 2026
Unshakeable: An Exploration of Memory by Opera Omaha
Opera Omaha’s Unshakeable is a 40-minute opera about two former lovers navigating a pandemic of memory loss who reconnect through their shared love of Shakespeare, exploring themes of perseverance, identity, and love.
May 28th, 2026
Film Streams’ “Queer Asia” Series Explores Identity Through Cinema
Film Streams celebrates Pride Month with Queer Asia, a special series featuring three acclaimed films from South Korea, Pakistan, and Vietnam. The series explores love, identity, and self discovery through stories that challenge tradition and invite audiences into deeply personal worlds.
May 27th, 2026
Mary Poppins Brings Magic to the Omaha Playhouse Stage
The Omaha Community Playhouse production of Mary Poppins brings magic, music, and vibrant visuals to the stage as it concludes the Playhouse’s 101st season.
Scherzo: A Blog from the Hosts of KVNO
See More Blog PostsMay 10th, 2026
The Music of Motherhood
My life looks different than I had envisioned, but it’s perfect the way it is.
April 15th, 2026
Antonin Dvorak: A Composer’s Unlikely Pet Passion
Czech composer Antonin Dvořák’s affection centered completely on pigeons. Not just one pigeon, but dozens. For Antonin Dvořák, one could never have too many pigeons.
April 6th, 2026
A Cheerful Reminder About an Uncomfortable Topic
Not long ago, we had a KVNO staff retreat where each of us brought a personal item and shared why it matters. The stories were insightful and funny and moving […]
March 25th, 2026
Springtime and fund drives—always an exciting adventure
Listener contributions are now the largest and most important source of funding for KVNO’s operations.