Arts News
October 4th, 2024
Maestro Richardson Honors His Bond with the Omaha Community
When Ernest Richardson first arrived in Omaha as a conductor, he never expected to stay for long. In fact, he had no plans to plant roots in the city. Yet, here we are, more than thirty years later, with Richardson having become a beloved fixture of the Omaha Symphony. His tenure as principal pops conductor has not only transformed the symphony but also the community that welcomed him with open arms.
October 1st, 2024
‘Resonance’ Brings Bernstein and Hagenberg a Unique Blend
Omaha’s premier vocal ensemble, Resonance, is set to captivate audiences again this week with a dynamic program that masterfully blends 20th- and 21st-century American music. Featuring two distinct and harmonically rich works, the concert promises a journey through modern choral artistry.
July 15th, 2024
Nebraska Crossroads Music Festival Highlights Music from All Cultures
Since 2019, the Nebraska Crossroads Music Festival has celebrated the many cultural groups that call Nebraska home, through world-class performances, eye-opening workshops, transcendental jam-sessions and all kinds of other events that celebrate Nebraska’s unique cultural environment.
July 10th, 2024
Omaha Performing Arts prepares for New “Jazz on the Green” Season
The much-anticipated new season of Jazz on the Green is kickstarting, too. Along with all the free outdoor concerts, OPA has many events at their other venues happening throughout this month.
July 9th, 2024
Papillion Theatre Allows Audience to Witness Shows Under the Stars
Crazy for You is an exciting musical comedy that gives viewers classic musical nostalgia. Experiencing the show at an amphitheater adds to the magic of the evening.
June 6th, 2024
UNO Jazz Camp is in Full “Swing”
The University of Nebraska at Omaha Jazz Camp and the Jim Widner Big Band have combined their efforts to bring together some of the top jazz educators and performers in the country.
May 28th, 2024
UNO Bands Host Sixth Annual Conducting Workshop
This year’s UNO Bands Conducting workshop will take place on Thursday, June 6 in the Strauss Performing Arts Center on UNO Dodge Campus.
May 14th, 2024
Omaha Bell Tower to be Featured in Upcoming Concert
Having a carillonist perform in the Bell Tower can sometimes feel like a university secret. Many individuals believe some sort of device controls the bells, not an actual musician.
April 23rd, 2024
Nebraska Wind Symphony Hosts Music-Filled Weekend
Events organized by the ACB are how they keep encouragement of musicianship. Deb Lund is a saxophonist for the Nebraska Wind Symphony, she says the group has been honored with hosting one of these events this year.