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Guided Spring Garden Tour
2024-05-13 05:30 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Lauritzen Gardens, 100 Bancroft Street, Omaha, NE, 68108, United States
Join us for a specialized tour, with plant records curator Trent Erickson, that highlights the incredible plants and scenery that shine in spring. Explore the garden’s 100 acres to enjoy beautiful colors and learn about the plants that arrive early in the growing season, as the landscape transitions between winter and summer. The tram will drive through the garden, and participants will make many walking stops along the way.$20, $10 for garden members. Pre-registration is required.

A Chorus Line
2024-05-12 19:30 - 22:00, 2024-05-11 19:30 - 22:00 | Chanticleer Community Theater, 1001 S 6th St., Council Bluffs, IA, 51503, United States
A Chorus Line examines one day in the lives of seventeen dancers, all vying for a spot in the “chorus line” of a Broadway musical. After the first round of cuts, Zach, the director and choreographer, asks each dancer to speak about themselves. Discomfort opens into revelation, confession leads to redemption, and within the bright, outwardly homogenous chorus, the audience begins to see each dancer’s individuality. From Cassie, the star who just needs the “music and the mirror and the chance to dance,” to Val, a small-town girl with a brand-new big-town body, to Mike, who took his sister’s place in dance class, saying “I can do that.” Based on real Broadway dancers’ stories, as told to fellow dancer and choreographer Michael Bennett, A Chorus Line is funny, heartbreaking, and refreshingly honest.

Larry Roots “Abstractions and Other Narratives”
2024-05-12 18:00 - 20:00, 2024-05-11 18:00 - 20:00 | Garden of the Zodiac Gallery, 1042 Howard Street, Omaha, NE, 68102, United States
Garden of the Zodiac Gallery, Old Omaha Association
Omaha, Nebraska presents: Larry Roots, “Abstractions and Other Narratives”
Roots’ recent paintings provide a unique catalogue of his approach to working with acrylics. The artworks coalesce a multiplicity of crosscurrents into each composition: they are at once painterly and restrained, opaque and translucent, freeform and gridded, raw and delicate. Roots’ abstractions here are improvisational and lyrical, pushing and pulling the eye across their atmospheric surfaces and into depths of color, shape and line. Context is also provided for the evolution of Roots’ style with a selection of older personal favorites, paintings that encapsulate his forays into merging calligraphy with gestural abstraction.
Also new in this exhibition are Roots’ sculptural reliefs. These provide insight to the artist’s approach to pictorial space as inherently dimensional, creating illusions of deep perspective within the confined space of a diorama. As if designing art installations in miniature, Roots populates these architectural spaces with a variety of objects in miniature, many of them repurposed from his maquettes and “boneyard of ideas” for sculptures over the years.

Frida y Diego Community Art Show Opening
2024-05-12 16:00 - 21:00, 2024-05-11 16:00 - 21:00 | Joslyn Castle, 3902 Davenport St, Omaha, NE, 68131, United States
This captivating exhibition seeks to bring another layer of excitement, awareness and engagement to Opera Omaha’s production of the beautiful opera El último sueño de Frida y Diego (The Last Dream of Frida and Diego), a new opera by Gabriela Lena Frank and Nilo Cruz.For this show artists were encouraged to seek inspiration from the opera’s story as well as commemorate the passionate and tumultuous relationship between these two iconic artists, Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera.Artists from all backgrounds to submited their visual art of any medium influenced by the fascinating love story of Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera, in a unique opportunity to express their interpretation of the icons’ passionate bond, their artistic endeavors, and their profound influence on each other’s work, the fascinating and beautiful story depicted in The Last Dream of Frida and Diego, and Día de los MuertosThis art show is being produced in collaboration with Opera Omaha, Joslyn Castle, and The Castle and Cathedral Creative District.Frida and DiegoDates: April 12-May 23rdLocation: Carriage House Gallery, Joslyn Castle, Omaha NebraskaOpening Reception: Friday April 12th, 4-9pmClosing Reception: Thursday May 23rd, details TBAA small selection of art from this exhibition will be chosen to be featured at the Orpheum Theater during Opera Omaha’s performances of El último sueño de Frida y Diego.

Cinderella
2024-05-12 14:00 - 2024-05-13 16:00, 2024-05-11 19:30 - 21:30 | Orpheum Theater, 409 S 16th St, Omaha, NE, 68102, United States
American Midwest Ballet’s world premiere of Cinderella is a magical new full-length story ballet! It’s an uplifting rendition of a story beloved across generations and cultures: an affirmation that good things come in due season.Choreographer Erika Overturff summons all the artistry of classical ballet – with its brilliant dancing, spectacular settings, and rich costuming – to whirl the heroine on a journey that is both intimate and grand. There’s charm, humor, and – of course – a little magic!Cinderella is an inspiring story of an under-appreciated young woman who discovers that her own natural kindness and inner beauty have rewarded her with the power to change her destiny.Performances of Cinderella will be held at the Hoff Family Arts & Culture Center on April 27th and 28th, and at the Omaha’s Orpheum Theater on May 11th and 12th.For more information and tickets, visit amballet.org/tickets.

The Inheritance, Part 2
2024-05-12 14:00, 2024-05-11 19:00 | Bancroft Street Market, 2702 S 10th St, Omaha, NE, 68108, United States
Voices in Alliance is excited to announce the Omaha premiere of “The Inheritance, Part 2,” the poetic and powerful sequel to “The Inheritance, Part 1” written by the acclaimed playwright Matthew López. Directed by the award-winning Randall Stevens, the play continues the gripping narrative established by its predecessor, exploring the themes of legacy and the complex nature of human relationships. This eagerly anticipated production will be staged at the Bancroft Street Market, running from May 10 through May 19.
“The Inheritance, Part 2” resumes the intriguing tale where Part 1 left off, centering on the intertwined stories of Eric, Toby, Henry, Leo, and their companions in a hauntingly beautiful exploration of self-discovery, self-deception, and self-destruction.
Randall Stevens, who is also the theatre’s Founder and Producing Artistic Director, expressed his excitement about bringing this seminal work to Omaha audiences, stating, “The cast, crew, and I are thrilled to continue this story on stage. Matthew López’s two-part piece is among the most beautiful and powerful that I’ve had the honor to direct.”
While the play is indeed a sequel to the production that Voices in Alliance presented last November, Stevens mentions that there is no need to have attended to understand and fully engage with the piece. “We offer a comprehensive overview of Part 1 on our website, and López excels in captivating both returning theatergoers and newcomers alike. His storytelling is so seamless that no one will miss a beat.”
“The Inheritance, Part 2” marks the fourth production by the theatre as it begins its second season in Omaha. Upcoming productions include “Plot Points in Our Sexual Development” by Miranda Rose Hall from August 15-25 and “Collective Rage: A Play in 5 Betties” by Jen Silverman from November 7-17.
“I founded Voices in Alliance because I felt there was a need in our community that was not being met,” Stevens says. “This play speaks to our mission and has really resonated with our patrons. We are thrilled to bring this Tony Award-winning epic piece of queer theatre to Omaha.”
Tickets are $25 and available for purchase at VIAOmaha.org. “The Inheritance, Part 2” contains explicit sexual language and discussion of drug use and is only recommended for audiences over the age of 18.

Chicken & Biscuits
2024-05-12 14:00, 2024-05-11 19:30 | Omaha Community Playhouse, 6915 Cass Street, Omaha, NE, 68132
Who knew a funeral could be so fun? Laughter and love seep from this uproarious new family comedy. When the Jenkins family comes together to celebrate the life of their patriarch, skeletons in the closet are revealed. Family members at odds are challenged to accept each other for who they are—the good, the bad, the ugly and the hilarious. Love and commitment to family is at the heart of Chicken & Biscuits.
Disclaimer: Contains mild adult language.

Romantic Broadway
2024-05-12 14:00, 2024-05-11 19:30 | Holland Performing Arts Center, 1200 Douglas St, Omaha, NE, 68102, United States
Experience the treasured and romantic Broadway tunes you love with your Omaha Symphony and a cast of dazzling vocalists.
Romantic Broadway is back at the Holland as Maestro Ernest Richardson and the Omaha Symphony sweep you away with old school love stories and classic favorites. Talented vocalists will join the orchestra to dazzle you with the Broadway tunes you know and love.

Arts for ME! Spring Exhibition
2024-05-12 13:00 - 18:00, 2024-05-11 13:00 - 19:00 | KANEKO, 1111 Jones St, Omaha, NE, 68102, United States
The Arts For ME! mission statement is:
WE EXIST TO EMPOWER MARGINALIZED COMMUNITIES WITHIN OUR SCHOOL, AND TO INCREASE THE VISIBILITY AND IMPORTANCE OF THEIR WORK
This organization fosters, cultivates, and advocates for adaptive art programs for alternative students and are driven by their passion to share their philosophy and approach to teaching adaptive art. A truly collaborative effort, AFM employs the ideas, guidance, and expertise of educators and artists from around the world.
AFM’s successful methodology is based on (4) tenets: Collaborating, Lesson Planning, Set Up and Cycles, and Support.
Collaborating:
All programming is only made possible through their collaboration with Special Education teachers, occupational therapists, peer educators, guest artists, and public partners.
Lesson Planning:
Founded on Discipline-Based Art Education, each lesson plan starts by focusing on an artist or art movement and is built out from there. Lesson objectives are to develop individually tailored processes so each learner is able to express themselves with the goal to expose students to new artists and provide unique experiences that allow them to make choices within their work.
Set Up and Cycles:
Structure is integral to successful learning. AFM conducts class once a week led by two certified teachers with no more than 8 students per class. The classroom set up is based on the project and mobility needs of each student. Lessons may last 1-4 weeks with a project cycle of 4 years which ensures that a student can take the class for all 4 high school years and always have a new learning experience.
Support:
Participation from peers, nurses, occupational therapists, educational assistants, and special education teachers supports the organization’s operations and helps build friendships and confidence in each learner as well. AFM is dedicated to cultivating that confidence so students learn how to support themselves and feel it is equally important to provide students with independent space to freely express themselves on their own.
For more information on the Arts for Me! program, please visit www.artsforme.org

Icons in Transformation
2024-05-12 11:30 - 14:00, 2024-05-11 12:00 - 16:00 | All Saints Episcopal Church, 9302 Blondo St, Omaha, NE, 68134, United States
All Saint Episcopal Church will host “Icons in Transformation,” a dramatic 100-piece art exhibition featuring the contemporary work of internationally acclaimed Swedish-Ukrainian abstract expressionist Ludmila Pawlowska. This must-see exhibit will introduce her work to a broader audience and shed new light on this highly prolific and influential artist. It presents traditional icons as a source of inspiration for contemporary art. As such, the exhibit includes 15 traditional icons painted at the workshop of the Vassilevsky Monastery.
The exhibition will run from April 14 to June 9
Fridays 5pm to 7pm
Saturdays 12pm to 4pm
Sundays 11:30pm to 2:30pm

Bagels & Sometimes Bach - Sunday Music Series ft. Olga Smola & Yulia Kalashnikova
2024-05-12 11:30 - 12:30 | Gallery 1516, 1516 Leavenworth St, Omaha, NE, 68102
Join us for this special Mother’s Day performance to close out the Spring season of Gallery 1516’s Sunday morning music series! Celebrate the important people in your life with a fantastic performance by Olga Smola on violin and Yulia Kalashnikova on piano.
Complimentary bagels, fruit, coffee, and juice are provided.

Chicken & Biscuits - Audio-Described Performance
2024-05-11 19:30 | Omaha Community Playhouse, 6915 Cass Street, Omaha, NE, 68132
Who knew a funeral could be so fun? Laughter and love seep from this uproarious new family comedy. When the Jenkins family comes together to celebrate the life of their patriarch, skeletons in the closet are revealed. Family members at odds are challenged to accept each other for who they are—the good, the bad, the ugly and the hilarious. Love and commitment to family is at the heart of Chicken & Biscuits.
Disclaimer: Contains mild adult language.
OCP will offer an audio-described performance of Chicken & Biscuits for those who are blind or visually impaired on Saturday, May 11 at 7:30 p.m. Please call the OCP Box Office at (402) 553-0800 for more information.

PACE | Youth Tech Art
2024-05-11 16:00 - 2024-05-12 17:00 | Hoff Family Arts & Culture Center, 1001 South 6th Street, Council Bluffs, IA, United States
Calling all curious minds and creative problem-solvers! Get ready to unleash your inner inventor in Maker’s Lab, a unique program where art and science collide in a whirlwind of exciting challenges and hands-on activities.
What You’ll Do:

Become a mini-MacGyver: Use everyday materials and your ingenuity to build robots, design circuits, and create amazing inventions that solve real-world problems.
Code your way to creativity: Learn the basics of coding and program your creations to move, light up, and even make sounds!
Think like an engineer: Explore principles of mechanics, electricity, and magnetism through fun and engaging projects.
Get artsy with science: Design bridges that stand tall, build rockets that soar, and create art installations that blend technology and imagination.

More Than Just STEM:

Develop your critical thinking and problem-solving skills as you tackle different challenges.
Learn to collaborate and work in a team to achieve your goals.
Discover the connections between art and science, and see how creativity can fuel innovation.
Make new friends and share your inventions and discoveries with other curious minds.

PACE | Youth Painting
2024-05-11 14:30 - 16:00 | Hoff Family Arts & Culture Center, 1001 South 6th Street, Council Bluffs, IA, United States
Calling all budding Picassos and Monets! Dive into a world of vibrant colors and endless possibilities in our youth painting classes designed specifically for young artists.
What They’ll Explore:

Mastering the brush: Learn different brushstrokes and techniques to create textures, patterns, and stunning effects on your canvas.
Color magic: Discover the joy of mixing colors and creating their own unique palettes.
From abstract to realistic: Explore different painting styles, from abstract expressionism to still life realism, and find their own artistic voice.
Acrylic adventures: Experiment with acrylic paints, a versatile medium perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike.

More Than Just Painting:

Develop your creativity and imagination as you translate your ideas and emotions onto canvas.
Learn about famous artists and their techniques, and draw inspiration from their masterpieces.
Discover the power of color and how it can evoke different moods and feelings.
Make new friends and share your artistic journey with other young painters.

Take home:

Your own beautiful paintings, each a unique expression of your creativity.
A newfound confidence in your artistic abilities and a love for painting.
Memories of a fun and inspiring learning experience.

PACE | Youth Ceramics
2024-05-11 13:00 - 2024-05-12 15:30 | Hoff Family Arts & Culture Center, 1001 South 6th Street, Council Bluffs, IA, United States
Does your child dream of turning a lump of clay into a magical mug or a funky figurine? In this our youth ceramics classes, your imagination will take center stage as you explore the wonderful world of clay!
What They Will Learn:

The clay basics: Kneading, pinching, coiling, and sculpting – master these techniques to transform clay into anything you can dream up.
Hand-building magic: Create bowls, animals, monsters, or whatever your heart desires using hand-building techniques.
Spin it to win it: Get a taste of the potter’s wheel and learn how to center, throw, and shape clay on this exciting spinning machine.
Glazing galore: Choose from a rainbow of glazes to add color, shine, and personality to your creations.

More Than Just Clay:

Develop your creativity and problem-solving skills as you bring your ideas to life.
Learn about different ceramics styles and techniques from around the world.
Discover the joy of working with your hands and creating something special from scratch.
Make new friends and share your artistic journey with other clay enthusiasts.

Take home:

Your very own ceramic creations, proudly made by you!
A newfound appreciation for the art of ceramics and the magic of clay.
Memories of a fun and rewarding learning experience.

Spring Instrument Showcase by Omaha Girls Rock
2024-05-11 13:00 - 15:00 | Benson Theatre, 6054 Maple St, Omaha, NE, 68104, United States
Benson Theatre is thrilled to host the Spring Instrument Instruction Showcase by Omaha Girls Rock!
Omaha Girls Rock is a non-profit organization that empowers youth through music education. Branching out from a summer camp in 2011, we have now expanded to offer Instrument Instruction throughout the year as well programs After School, Omaha Tots Rock, and more! Come join us May 11th at Benson Theatre for our Spring Instrument Instruction Showcase. Listen to the next wave of Omaha musicians and see what we’ve been up to this semester! Free and open to the public!
Doors Open: 12:00 PM
Start Time: 1:00 PM
Ticket Price: This event is free and open to the public!
Who Can Attend?
This is an all-ages show that is appropriate for young children. Families are encouraged to bring their young ones and get involved with OGR!

Emerging Artists Series
2024-05-11 13:00 - 15:00 | Samuel Bak Museum, 2289 S 67th St, Omaha, NE, 68106, United States
Emerging Artists Series is a free workshop led by regional emerging artists that takes place at Samuel Bak Museum: the Learning Center. The workshop will begin with a tour of the current exhibition followed by an art-making session.
Eduardo Gardea is a painter and mixed media artist who focuses on individual perspective and storytelling in his work. He seeks to communicate modern and historic stories of personal and societal struggle and victory. Using a variety of mediums, Gardea summons a collective of ongoing ideas and feelings within the viewer.
Gardea’s interactive workshop will offer participants the opportunity to reconceptualize how they participate and reflect on the creative act. Through movement, writing, and drawing, participants will work on the exchange of memory and discuss their hopes for their future selves. RSVP required. (20 participants max)

Digital Photography
2024-05-11 13:00 - 15:00, 2024-05-11 10:00 - 12:00 | Lauritzen Gardens, 100 Bancroft Street, Omaha, NE, 68108, United States
Pre-registration is required. $30, $25 for garden members.

Still Life Photography (2/10/24)
In this class, you will learn how to create beautiful still life images. Discover how to use classic Rembrandt lighting to create a mood and how to arrange and compose different elements in an image. Then you’ll take a deep dive into depth-of-field to achieve the perfect aesthetic.Required: film or DSLR/Mirrorless camera with your choice of lenses (macro and 50mm+ recommended) along with several objects to include in your image like vases, boxes, keepsakes, treasures, etc.The instructor will provide fresh flowers/greenery. A tripod, extra lenses, reflector, speedlights, or off camera lighting are helpful but not required.
Phone Photography (2/10/24) & (3/9/24) & (5/11/24) 10:00 – 12:00
They say the best camera is the one in your hand– your phone! In this class you will learn how to take beautiful pictures with your smartphone. Led by Michele Zephier, you will learn how to focus, compose, and expose images correctly. You will learn about the different adjustment options, how to use filters, and how to take fun, creative images with fresh perspectives.
Introduction to Portrait Photography (3/9/24) 1:00 – 3:00
In this introductory class you will learn how to create stunning portraits in the gardens! Learn the most important rules of portrait photography: posing, lighting, focusing, and framing your subjects for beautiful results. Learn how to use portrait lenses and how to incorporate the tiniest details like catchlights using reflectors and natural light. Portrait lenses are required like the following: 85mm f1.8, or, 50 mm f1.2, 1.4, or 1.8, or a 70-200mm f2.8.
Phone Photography 2 (4/6/24) 10:00 – 12:00

In this class, we will go beyond simply how to take photos and take a deep dive into editing and ways to take your phone photos to the next level! You will learn the tips and tricks of how to create artistic images both before and AFTER you take a photo. You will leave this class with an understanding of how to use the editing tools on your phone for truly stunning images, how to keep your photos organized, and more. Pre-requisite: Phone Photography 1.

Garden Macro Photography (4/6/24) & (5/11/24) 1:00 – 3:00
In this class you will learn the fundamental techniques of macro photography. Learn how to capture stunning extreme close-up images of the garden’s exquisite florals. You will gain knowledge on using specific settings, macro lenses, why manual focus matters, and creative elements to make your photos stand out.Macro lenses are required like the following: 105mm, 100mm, 90mm, 85mm, 55mm, or any other macro lens including zoom macro lenses. A tripod is helpful, but not required.

2024 Greater Omaha Iris Society Show
2024-05-11 12:30 - 16:00 | St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 925 S 84th St, Omaha, NE, 68114, United States
The theme is “A-TISKET, A-TASKET IRIS IN MY BASKET”
This Iris Show has traditionally been held to exhibit individual bloomstalks. Varietal shows are judged on how well a specimen has been grown and presented. It is not a judgment on the quality of a variety as a garden plant. Well grown and well presented specimens allow the public to see a variety of types of Iris choose their favorites. Everyone who grows Iris is encouraged to enter. One need not have the newest, most expensive cultivar since they are judged on the quality of display, not the quality of the cultivar, and every entry has a chance to win best in show.
Entries will be accepted from 8:30 AM to 10:15 AM, you do not have to be a member to enter but all entries must be of named varieties of iris. Details on entering specimens, classes, and design categories can be found in the show schedule, use QR code to view. The show is free and open to the public after judging, from 12:30 to 4:00 PM.
GOIS is a local affiliate of the American Iris Society a 501-C-3 charitable organization.

The Met in HD | Madama Butterfly
2024-05-11 11:30 | Ruth Sokolof Theatre, 1340 Mike Fahey Street, Omaha, NE, United States
About the Opera
Puccini’s enduring opera follows the tragic tale of Cio Cio San, a young Japanese girl who falls in love with American naval officer Pinkerton, with devastating consequences.
About the Creators and Cast
Three extraordinary sopranos—Aleksandra Kurzak, Eleonora Buratto, and Asmik Grigorian (in her highly anticipated Met debut)—tackle the demanding role of Cio-Cio-San, the loyal geisha at the heart of Puccini’s devastating tragedy. Tenors Ma hew Polenzani and Jonathan Tetelman co-star as the callous American naval officer Pinkerton, whose betrayal destroys her. Mezzo-sopranos Elizabeth DeShong and Eve Gigliotti share the role of the steadfast maid Suzuki, and baritones Davide Luciano and Lucas Meachem are the American consul Sharpless. Acclaimed maestro Xian Zhang makes her Met debut conducting Anthony Minghella’s vivid production.
