Arts Today
July 10th, 2026
Beaufield Berry Film Debut: Misoprostol
Locally produced filmmaker Beaufield Berry premiers new film Misoprostol at the Benson Theatre, a film that explores the personal experience of abortion.
July 9th, 2026
Film Streams on the Green Brings Free Outdoor Movies Back to Omaha
Film Streams is bringing free outdoor movies back to North Downtown Omaha with its second annual Film Streams on the Green series. The lineup features eight films ranging from family favorites and cult classics to award-winning documentaries, all under the stars at Sonny’s Builders District.
July 8th, 2026
Kevin Barrett Explores Family, Memory and Healing in Orange Julius
Omaha actor Kevin Barrett stars in Orange Julius, a new Voices in Alliance production exploring the complicated connections between a father, a child, and the memories that shape a family. The play blends humor, heartbreak, and humanity in a story about understanding before it’s too late.
July 7th, 2026
The Hunchback of Notre Dame Hits the SumTur Amphitheater Stage
The Papillion Area Community Theatre’s summer production of The Hunchback of Notre Dame brings a powerful story of acceptance, perception, and misinformation to the SumTur Amphitheater.
July 6th, 2026
KANEKO at 28: Building Community Through Creativity
Terra Hall’s journey to KANEKO has taken her from art school and the Peace Corps to an organic farm and Omaha’s Farmers Market. Today, as KANEKO’s Executive Projects and Communications Director, she champions the idea that creativity is essential, not just for artists, but for building stronger communities and reimagining what’s possible.
July 3rd, 2026
Omaha Symphony Returns to the Riverfront for Free Fourth of July Concert
The Omaha Symphony returns to Gene Leahy Mall this Fourth of July for a free outdoor concert under the stars. Broadway performer Diane Phelan joins the orchestra for what promises to be an epic evening of music, fireworks, and community celebration at the RiverFront Fourth of July Celebration.
July 2nd, 2026
Pass the Popcorn: Finding Fandom Through the World Cup
For filmmaker and writer Christine Burright, fandom has evolved from the Spice Girls and Star Wars to the NFL and, most recently, the FIFA World Cup. On this edition of Pass the Popcorn, she explores why soccer’s global celebration of sport, culture, and community has made her football’s newest fan.
July 1st, 2026
Between Two Covers: A Season of Summer Reading
Summer reading is in full swing at The Next Chapter Bookstore, where book clubs are exploring everything from romance and fantasy to literary fiction and Jane Austen classics. Owner Shelly Murim shares the latest selections and invites readers to discover a new book, and maybe even a new book club, this season.
June 30th, 2026
First Friday Omaha Downtown Art Walk Fosters Local Art Community
The Omaha Downtown Improvement District’s monthly First Friday Downtown Omaha Art Walk showcases local and regional artists while encouraging the community to explore downtown Omaha’s vibrant arts and culture.