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3 FUN FACTS: Darcy Malone and the Tangle
Posted on 08.12.2019 by Will PattersonDarcy Malone and the Tangle will be wrapping up this year’s Jazz on the Green lineup with a performance on August 15. Here are a few fun facts on the series finishing performance. Read More -
GUEST BLOG: What it's like to intern for Omaha Performing Arts
Posted on 08.12.2019 by Will PattersonI hope this blog post can give future applicants an idea of what to expect at this organization. Here are some things I took away from the experience... Read More -
3 FUN FACTS: Mwenso & The Shakes
Posted on 08.06.2019 by Courtney MatternMwenso & The Shakes, direct from New York, will bring global-inspired jazz to the Highlander Accelerator on August 24. Read More -
GET TO KNOW: 5 Questions with Derek James of The Last Bandoleros
Posted on 08.06.2019 by Courtney MatternNebraska could use a healthy dose of Tex-Mex music — and The Last Bandoleros intend on delivering! Derek James of The Last Bandoleros answered our 5 questions, so you can get to know the band before the concert. Read More -
4 FUN FACTS: Marcos & Sabor
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OPA Roundup: Family-friendly shows to add to your calendar
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GET TO KNOW: 5 questions with Chris Freeman of Parsonsfield
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3 FUN FACTS: Big Wade & The Black Swan Theory
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3 FUN FACTS: Paa Kow and his Afro-fusion Orchestra
Posted on 07.19.2019 by Will PattersonOmaha jazz fans looking for something new are in luck — Paa Kow, is a performance unlike any other in this year’s Jazz on the Green at Midtown Crossing lineup. Read More -
GUEST BLOG: BEN there, met PLATT at the Jimmy Awards®
Posted on 07.16.2019 by Kamrin BakerHey there theater enthusiasts, it’s Hannah-Kate Kinney! I’m about to begin my senior year at Westside High School and – thanks to the support of our Omaha arts community – was named the 2019 Nebraska High School Theater Academy Outstanding Student Reporter and the 2019 National High School Musical Theater Awards Student Reporter. Read More -
GET TO KNOW: 5 questions with FREAKABOUT’s Cortney Kirby
Posted on 07.15.2019 by Will PattersonFREAKABOUT is a torrent of musical genres brought together for a totally new sound. I caught up with vocalist Cortney Kirby, who answered our five question ahead of this weekend's show so you could get to know the band better. Read More -
5 of the ultimate Jazz on the Green set-ups
Posted on 07.15.2019 by Kamrin BakerWe were inspired by some of the best JOTG set-ups at our first show this year, so we thought we’d give a little shout out to the audience members going the extra mile to make their experience the jazziest. Read More -
3 FUN FACTS: The Original Pinettes Brass Band
Posted on 07.08.2019 by Will PattersonBoasting their title as one of the few all-women brass bands, this group has proven time and time again that they have what it takes to make it big. Here a few fun facts about the Original Pinettes Brass Band. Read More -
Q&A: NHSTA national nominees Drew and Piper share their NYC experiences
Posted on 07.05.2019 by Kamrin BakerWe catch up with NHSTA national nominees Drew and Piper to hear about their big city experiences and find out what comes next for these outstanding performers. Read their Q&A. Read More -
5 tips for making Jazz on the Green 2019 the best yet
Posted on 07.01.2019 by Kamrin BakerJazz on the Green is a time for fun, funky, fresh (and FREE) entertainment for the whole community. In order to make your experience the best it can be, we’ve compiled some tips just for you. Read More -
3 FUN FACTS: Big Sam's Funky Nation
Posted on 07.01.2019 by Will PattersonBig Sam’s Funky Nation is first up in this summer’s Jazz on the Green at Midtown Crossing lineup. Here are a few fun facts to prep you before Big Sam and his crew bring their talent to Omaha. Read More -
OPA ROUNDUP: Dive into these must-see summer shows
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Posted on 06.28.2019 by Kamrin BakerTo dive into the sizzling titles we will present this summer, I asked some of my colleagues to share what they are most excited to see. Read More -
Rhett & Link Live in Concert: 10 mythical moments in the duo’s YouTube history
Posted on 06.21.2019 by Kamrin BakerOmaha will get to enjoy Rhett and Link's YouTube humor live when we welcome them to the Orpheum Theater on June 29. As a little crash course for first-timers and a walk down memory lane for loyal Mythical Beasts, we’ve compiled a series of their best moments in YouTube history. At least, the ones that made us laugh the most. Read More -
GET TO KNOW: Jazz on the Green preshow performers
Posted on 06.21.2019 by Will PattersonOur Jazz on the Green at Midtown Crossing summer concert series brings jazz performers from all over — but the preshow performances are all local! Get to know the bands... Read More -
Q&A: Linda Hulsey, NHSTA Lifetime Achievement awardee, shares career highlights
Posted on 06.11.2019 by Kamrin BakerDuring the NHSTA Showcase, we recognized Linda Hulsey with a Lifetime Achievement Award for dedication to arts education. In this Q&A, she shares her passion for the arts and the major highlights of her career. Read More