‘Mike Hogan’ After a long Career, He Still Enjoys his Work on The Radio And his Dedication Makes Him a Winner.
OMAHA – Mike Hogan does much more than hosting radio shows and his work is been recognized now. He received the Media Partner of the Year award.
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.
15th Annual OEAAs Move Online
Omaha, NE—As most of the last year’s events have moved online, so have the Omaha Entertainment and Art Awards. Luckily, the show will go on with virtual performances and an awards ceremony this Sunday.
‘The Physicians Mutual Omaha Symphony Christmas Celebration’ Opens Tonight
By Corbin Hirschhorn
Omaha, NE—The Physicians Mutual Omaha Symphony Christmas Celebration returns tonight with performances day and night until Sunday, December 22. The stage is alight with a festive mood and talent, including Omaha Symphony members, Broadway singers and dancers, and community performers. Parker Esse has returned to direct and choreograph the annual performance, and Maestro Ernest Richardson will be conducting.
Omaha Symphony’s Christmas Celebration has become a tradition for its performers as much as it is for audiences. Singers, dancers and musicians return each year for this dynamic performance, which features everything from traditional carols to dazzling Broadway scenes and comedy.
This year, there is a sort of show within the show with a new take on Christmas stories.
For guests in the Christmas spirit, the Symphony offers just about every element that can fit on stage.
The Physicians Mutual Omaha Symphony Christmas Celebration opens tonight, December 19 at 7:30pm at the Holland Performing Arts Center. It will run until Sunday the 22 with afternoon and evening performances. In addition to the concert, numerous lobby activities are on offer for children, as well as additional performance by area musicians and students. For more information, visit OmahaSymphony.org.
Broadway’s “Waitress” at Orpheum Theatre
By Corbin Hirschhorn
Omaha, NE—Based on the 2007 film by Adrienne Shelly, Broadway’s musical, Waitress, with music and lyrics by Sara Bareilles and book by Jessie Nelson graces the Orpheum Theater next week. Brought to life by an all-female creative team, Waitress is the story of Jenna, expert pie-maker looking to escape small town life and a loveless marriage. A baking competition and a new doctor in town might be her answer.
Spring Awakening: The Directors’ Interview
By Corbin Hirschhorn
Omaha, NE—This week, UNO Theatre will begin its run of Spring Awakening, the hit rock musical by songwriter Duncan Sheik and playwright Steven Sater. Based on the 19th century play of the same name by Frank Wedekind, Spring Awakening is the story of German adolescents struggling to understand sexual intimacy in a society that doesn’t even permit the thought of it. It won eight Tony Awards during its Broadway run, starting in 2006. As expected from any acclaimed Broadway production, the musical offers dynamic songs, choreography and engaging dialogue, but it also negotiates weighty themes, such as sexual abuse, teen pregnancy and suicide.
Read MoreAndreas Makes Brownville ‘Be-Mused’
By Bill Grennan
Omaha, NE — The Brownville Concert Series welcomes back a Broadway Star.
Read MoreAmerican Classics Come Alive
By Bill Grennan
Omaha, NE — A Broadway performer returns to Nebraska to sing some of the country’s best-known songs.
