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Actors perform a lively beachside scene from Escape to Margaritaville, dressed in tropical outfits with colorful lights and palm tree backdrops.

May 2nd, 2025

Transporting Audiences to Paradise: Omaha Playhouse Presents Escape to Margaritaville

The Omaha Community Playhouse’s *Escape to Margaritaville* blends tropical vibes and classic Jimmy Buffett hits in a feel-good musical about love, change, and finding your own paradise.

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Christine Burright headshot next to the

May 1st, 2025

‘PTP:’ A Satirical Peek Behind the Curtain in Apple TV’s The Studio

Ever had one of those nights where you can’t decide between watching a TV show or a movie? A new Apple TV series offers a clever fix to that oddly specific dilemma — by giving you both.

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Poster for a French-language musical tribute to Jacques Brel at The Joslyn’s Abbott Hall.

April 30th, 2025

French Icon Jacques Brel Comes to Life in Musical Tribute at The Joslyn

Experience the emotional power of Jacques Brel’s music in a French-language performance this Sunday at The Joslyn’s Abbott Hall, presented by Alliance Française of Omaha.

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Graphic depicting a dramatic scene from the opera Giulio Cesare, highlighting the characters and grandeur.

April 29th, 2025

Opera Omaha Presents Giulio Cesare Performed by The English Concert

Opera Omaha presents *Giulio Cesare*, an epic tale of intrigue about Julius Caesar’s exploits in Egypt, as part of The English Concert’s American tour.

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Poster for the Benson Film Festival, featuring bold typography and film-themed graphics.

April 25th, 2025

Benson Film Festival Rolls Out the Red Carpet

One of Omaha’s most vibrant neighborhoods is shining a spotlight on local and independent cinema as the Benson Film Festival returns this weekend, welcoming filmmakers and film lovers alike.

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Pianist Marcelo Lian stands next to a grand piano after a concert, smiling and reflecting on a successful performance.

April 23rd, 2025

Argentine-Born Pianist Marcelo Lian Finds Harmony Between Heritage and Performance

Pianist Marcelo Lian, from Argentina, began playing piano at five, turning family entertainment into a lifelong passion.

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Logo for Do Good Days, scheduled April 23–26.

April 22nd, 2025

Do Good Days Inspires and Celebrates Volunteers in Omaha

SHARE Omaha’s Do Good Days, April 23-26, partners with 580+ non-profits, including arts groups like Omaha Jitterbugs, to encourage community volunteerism.

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Pianist and filmmaker James Carson, whose lifetime with music inspired his unique piano style, featured in the documentary Cabin Music, presented by Film Streams.

April 21st, 2025

Film Streams Presents Cabin Music

Pianist and filmmaker James Carson’s lifetime with music inspired his unique piano style, showcased in the documentary *Cabin Music*, presented by Film Streams.

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Wide photo of students celebrating the 20th anniversary of CFAM.

April 18th, 2025

UNO’s CFAM Marks 20 Years With a Message That the Arts Matter

As UNO’s CFAM celebrates its 20th anniversary, its impact on the city’s cultural landscape grows stronger.

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