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March 7th, 2025

Omaha Film Festival Celebrates 20 Years

As Hollywood’s award season winds down, film lovers in Omaha are gearing up for another major event—the Omaha Film Festival. Now in its 20th year, the festival kicks off March 11 and continues through March 16 at Aksarben Cinema, offering a diverse lineup of independent, local, and international films.

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March 6th, 2025

Shelly Mutum’s ‘Between Two Covers’ Book Review

Omaha book lovers have another great reason to tune in! In the segment *Between Two Book Covers*, Shelly Mutum, owner of a beloved local bookstore, shares her expert book recommendations.

With a deep love for literature, Mutum explores a wide range of titles to bring you thoughtfully curated suggestions. Whether you’re an avid reader or simply looking for your next great read, her insights make discovering new books easy and exciting.

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March 5th, 2025

‘Pass The Popcorn’ Omaha Film Fetival celebrates 20th anniversary

The Omaha Film Festival (known as OFF) starts March 11th. The six-day festival will screen around 100 films, including four special screenings. The special screenings are studio films that haven’t been released in theaters yet, so festival audiences get an exclusive look at what’s going to be hitting screens later in 2025 and 2026.  

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Book cover of A Healthy Interest in the Lives of Others by Teresa Carmody, featuring an illustration of the book itself.

March 4th, 2025

Teresa Carmody Publishes New Book

Literature is just one way that readers and authors alike can learn more about themselves or their world through words. For author Dr. Teresa Carmody, writing has always been a self-reflective practice.  

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Seven actors from the Omaha Community Playhouse’s production of Dot posing together on stage, including three men and four women.

March 3rd, 2025

Omaha Community Playhouse Examines Alzheimer’s Through the Lens of Dot

The Omaha Community Playhouse’s (OCP) production of Dot is a story about a family learning to deal with the development of Alzheimer’s in the family matriarch, Dotty. Dotty is played by Karen Fox and the show itself is set in a West Philadelphia African American home.

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Logo for Pass the Popcorn, KVNO’s film segment, featuring Film Streams.

February 27th, 2025

“Pass The Popcorn’ Dundee Theater Celebrates 100 Years

Moviegoers in Omaha will have the chance to step back in time and experience a century of cinema as the historic Dundee Theater marks its 100th anniversary.
The theater, which first opened its doors in 1925, has undergone multiple renovations and changed ownership over the years. But one thing has remained constant—its commitment to celebrating film and bringing the community together.

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Daisy Hutzell-Rodman poses smiling in front of a graphic for the “Top Five Events” segment.

February 26th, 2025

Top Five Upcoming Events: Daisy Hutzell-Rodman’s Recommendations

Here are five top recommendations from Daisy Hutzell-Rodman of Omaha Magazine to keep you entertained and inspired in the coming weeks. Whether you’re looking for family-friendly outings, artistic showcases, or ways to dive into Omaha’s vibrant culture, Daisy’s picks have something for everyone. From live music and theater to hidden gems you may not have discovered yet, these recommendations are your guide to making the most of the season.

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A promotional image for the “Be Mine”exhibition. Two art pieces are displayed alongside the exhibition title, date and location.

February 26th, 2025

Artist Dar VandeVoort Unveils New Work in Be Mine Exhibition

While art may inspire various emotions or interpretations, artist Dar VandeVoort strives to bring happiness with her art. VandeVoort prioritized her love for creating her art from a young age and worked to become a professional artist.    

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JoAnn Falletta conducting the Omaha Symphony, poised with baton in hand during a performance.

February 25th, 2025

Omaha Symphony Announces 2025-26 Season with Classical and Popular Highlights

The Omaha Symphony has unveiled its highly anticipated 2025-26 season, featuring a dynamic mix of classical masterworks and popular favorites. This season is made even more special by the ongoing support of renowned conductor JoAnn Falletta, who brings her expertise and leadership to the orchestra.

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