New Nurses at Nebraska Medicine
OMAHA – In times of a pandemic two nurse managers at Nebraska Medicine attempt to fill high-demand work spaces. Lack of workforce and all the extra work continues to generate demand for help
Road to Omaha – Oral Roberts Golden Eagles
Omaha, NE – On today’s episode of “Road to Omaha,” KVNO’s Brandon McDermott spoke with Oral Roberts head coach Ryan Folmar.
Omaha Jitterbugs Offers Online Classes
Omaha, NE—Omaha Jitterbugs is where anyone can learn the art of swing dancing. They’ve struggled since the pandemic, but online classes are still underway. They are currently offering Rhythm Weekends, an online class for dancers at any level.
Omaha Symphony Stays ‘Home for the Holidays’
By Corbin Hirschhorn
Omaha, NE—It’s the holiday season which means it’s time for an Omaha Symphony holiday performance. The Holland Center will be closed due to COVID-19, but the annual performance featuring song and dance will be available on tv. This year’s performance has become a national production. Omaha Symphony has worked out the complications of having performers on stage, but filming is a different story.
Maple Street Construct to Open ‘Winter Saturdays are for Spring’ Online
By Corbin Hirschhorn
Maple Street Construct in Benson emphasizes the art of architecture. Usually open on Benson First Fridays, they began offering online exhibitions since the start of COVID-19. Since then, Co-founder, Tom Prinz, has built a new studio space in Little Italy, which has hosted local and national artists alike. Tomorrow, Maple Street will unveil Winter Saturdays Are for Spring, a collaboration between Karen Emenhiser-Harris and Susan Knight.
Omaha Community Playhouse Presents ‘Christmas In My Heart’
By Corbin Hirschhorn
Omaha, NE—Audiences can avoid the cold, and COVID-19, with an online offering from Omaha Community Playhouse. In addition to A Christmas Carol, they are currently streaming Christmas in my Heart: A Concert Featuring Camille Metoyer Moten.
‘A Christmas Carol’ Moves Online
By Corbin Hirschhorn
Omaha, NE—Omaha Community Playhouse’s production of A Christmas Carol is a long standing holiday tradition. Though it will not be performed in person this year, it is available online.
KVNO to Air Handel’s ‘Messiah’
By Corbin Hirschhorn
Omaha, NE—Voices of Omaha’s performance of Handel’s Messiah has become a local holiday tradition. Unfortunately, there will be no performance this year due to COVID 19, but KVNO will be airing last year’s performance this Sunday at 1:00pm. To talk about Voices of Omaha’s humble beginnings, Charter Member Sharon Struve.
American Midwest Ballet to Release ‘The Nutcracker: Home Cinema Edition’
By Corbin Hirschhorn
Omaha, NE—Another local holiday favorite moves online this weekend. American Midwest Ballet’s The Nutcracker, filmed last year, will be streamed on Facebook and Youtube.
While audiences won’t be able to see the performance in the theater, film has opened up new opportunities in the viewing experience.
Despite being socially distanced, American Midwest Ballet is still finding ways to engage with students.
In addition to The Nutcracker Home Cinema Edition, American Midwest Ballet has responded to the pandemic with the going solo series.
American Midwest Ballet’s The Nutcracker Home Cinema Edition will premiere on Facebook and Youtube Saturday, December 12 at 7:00pm and will run through the 25. For more information, visit AMBallet.org.
