Arts News
August 14th, 2024
‘Gallery 1516’ New Collaborations and Exhibitions
Recently, Gallery 1516 teamed up with the Nebraska Crossroads Music Festival to host one of their concert series. The event, featuring original works by contemporary composers, was a hit. Deputy Director Sara Bihlmaier is enthusiastic about this new partnership, highlighting the gallery’s ongoing commitment to bringing diverse and dynamic programming to the community.
August 12th, 2024
Amy Ryan’s Legacy at Benson Theater: A Model for Community-Driven Change. PT 2
In a previous segment of *Arts Today*, Amy Ryan, now the former executive director of Benson Theater, shared her journey from journalist and social activist to entrepreneur. She spoke about her mission to create a community space that supports artists facing challenges.
August 12th, 2024
Amy Ryan’s Legacy at Benson Theater: A Model for Community-Driven Change. PT 1
Throughout history, many women have made a lasting impact on the arts—painters, writers, and more—often working harder to stand out and bring about change. In Omaha, Amy Ryan is one such figure.
August 7th, 2024
Back-to-School Reading Picks from the Bookworm
As we get ready to go back to school, we have some great reading recommendations from Carl Erickson, also known as the Bookworm. He always has fantastic suggestions to get us excited about reading. Plus, a local author has just published a new book. You can find out more about it here!
August 6th, 2024
New One-Act Play Combines Classic Story with an AI Twist
The Cleanup Lady Makes it all Better will be showing on August 9-11 at Benson Theatre as part of the Omaha Fringe Festival.
August 5th, 2024
Ballet Dancer Erica Lohman Takes on New Role in Her Career
This summer, while taking a break from the American Midwest Ballet, professional ballet dancer Erica Lohman is diving into a personal project as a choreographic director. After establishing a career as a professional dancer, Lohman is now stepping up as a choreographic director at the Omaha Fringe Festival, which began in 2019.
August 2nd, 2024
Daniel Martinez’s And Jarana
When Daniel Martinez was a teenager, his family spent a lot of time in church. One day, his mother insisted he play the guitar for the church service. Although he felt a bit pressured, this experience became an important part of his musical journey. His passion for the guitar grew from that moment and led to his first public performance.
July 31st, 2024
Nebraska Crossroads Music Festival Celebrates Cultural Diversity*
The Nebraska Crossroads Music Festival, formerly known as “The Crossroads Music Festival,” has been celebrating Nebraska’s cultural diversity since 2019. Originating in Lincoln, the festival has showcased different cultural communities in the state through performances, workshops, and unique jam sessions.
July 30th, 2024
Omaha Fringe Festival Features Wide Variety of Theatrics
OFF takes place every year. Planning for each festival is something that Omaha Fringe Festival Executive Director Tamar Neumann says begins quite far in advance.