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The Orpheum has been around for ages and is definitely an Omaha institution. I feel it definitely is a little stuffy in terms of the seating, types of shows they get, and overall vibe. But if you're looking for a classic stage play or traveling Broadway show, it's basically the place to see any and all of those. I have seen Les Mis, Phantom, Alton Brown (twice), Hamilton, Jerry Seinfeld, and Wicked - so there are a few more modern shows to see, but they are definitely on the smaller side vs. the classics. The seats in the normal areas (not talking about the boxes or the Orchestra seating) are very stiff and almost like stadium seating at a baseball game. The aisles of seats are also very close together so if you are a long legged person - watch out. I don't even have long legs and I left Wicked with literal bruises on my knees from them pressing into the seat in front of me the whole show. Now, I know it sounds like I basically am a hater of the Orpheum, but that's not true at all. It definitely has its drawbacks, but the perks of having this venue in Omaha are not beyond me. If you stumble upon a show you'd like to see at The Orpheum, definitely still go - just be prepared for a semi-uncomfortable evening. The performance you see may just make up for that though if you love it!
Orpheum is an amazing venue, beautiful space to see a fabulous show! So creative, using modern music to illustrate a twist on a classic story. Cast was phenomenal, such talent and loved the choreography!
We love the Orpheum so much. Absolute treasure for top flight performances. It has an old world opulence that must be experienced, one that'll make you feel like you walked in with the turn of the century on one side and a crisp martini on the other. It's that lived in kind of elegant. Old money. And the shows, my goodness the shows. What the Orpheum does with Broadway (thanks O-PA!) will blow your mind and stir your soul. We've seen so many great ones here - Hamilton and Hadestown, Funny Girl and Fiddler - each as first rate as the last. And concerts too! One of our most treasured memories is the night here when we saw Jackson Browne. We've even seen our son perform on the stage, a moment we'll all remember with pride and joy. Point being, you live memories here. It's an experience. It's a vibe. It's so uniquely Omaha. If you haven't been to a performance here yet, take a chance and fall in love.
Grand Theater with excellent shows. Be aware the seats in the balcony area are 17" wide, so might not be comfortable for everyone. Drinks are good, but expensive.
The Orpheum Theatre is a beautiful historic building. It is a lovely place to see a play, musical, concert, or other kind of performance; and Omaha Performing Arts presents a good variety of these things. Since it is an older building, there are several issues that can be somewhat problematic. Parking can be awkward as there are different lots with different prices - I can walk here so I don't have any advice. The entrance was not designed with today's security measures in mind so that can involve some time waiting outside. I know they have made efforts for accessibility but I don't know for sure. Bathroom facilities in general are probably not as plentiful as they are in newer buildings. They do sell snacks and drinks now, and cup holders have been installed. The biggest issue here in my opinion is that some of the seating is VERY cramped. On our recent visit we sat in the loge. I'm 5'9" and 180 pounds and I tell you, my knees were almost touching the seat in front of me. I was glad there was an empty seat next to me so I had some extra space for my arms anyway. I know that not all the seating there is this restrictive but this was definitely what I would call comfortable.
A lovely vaudevillian legacy venue for shows. Originally built in the late 1890s and renovated and expanded in the 1920s to the three level auditorium that exist today. Given the facilities configuration might be a little tough for folks with longer legs so select seating carefully if needed! Limited street parking and multiple parking garages in immediate area are available for facility access. Bars and snack stands are available throughout the theater as are restroom facilities. Elevators can accommodate anyone that may need help navigating the multiple stairs to get to the upper levels. Located within blocks of the old market and multiple bars and restaurants makes for a great evening with a dinner and a show. The building interiors are truly vintage. Highly recommend trying to catch a show at this location.
This was my first time going to the Orpheum. It was amazing and horrible at the same time. I bought tickets 2 months in advance to The Lion King for our 21st wedding anniversary. The day of the show comes and I realize five hours before that we missed the actual day and I am crushed. It was my mistake. I thought it was on Thursday, when it actually happened on Tuesday. I called the box office and reached Josh the box office manager, I am practically in tears, but he tells me the only thing you can do is to give us half price of best available tickets that night. I say OK and thank you bye-bye. By this time I feel awful and we end up just staying home. Fast forward a couple weeks later we decide to stop at the box office after church. We go in and talk to a very nice man who ends up being Josh! He not only got us amazing tickets, but also went the extra mile to give me info just in case it happens again. It was my fault and he went above and beyond when to make our night special. We were fifth row from the front. The tickets were better than the original ones we bought. We got end row seats that some of the cast had given up. It was such a great show and despite the drama we had a great time. I just want to send a big thank you to Josh at the box office. We will be back.
Absolutely gorgeous theatre ...beautiful decor...bars located in several areas upstairs and near our seats on the main floor (orchestra middle) they sold a variety of packaged snacks and several souvenir items...it was very well organized with many ushers to assist you and to pass out programs...
I have been a season ticket holder at the Orpheum ever since I moved to Omaha in 2017, and I have not regretted it one bit. Even though I moved to Denver this past year, I kept my season tickets and just travel back to Omaha whenever there is a show. As a musical theater lover, I have been to many theaters all over the U.S., and there really aren't many that come close to beating the Orpheum. The architecture inside is stunning, and it is located close to the very charming Old Market. This makes it easy for us to grab dinner or drinks nearby before a show. Parking can be difficult, yet it is still so much easier and cheaper than in larger cities like Denver. The shows themselves are also much cheaper than in other cities, making shows much more accessible to all. They also provide student rush tickets for college students. There is much more than just musicals that show at this theater - I've been to concerts, comedy shows, and plays here as well. The Orpheum will always hold a special place in my heart, and I have a hard time letting it go even though I've moved away!
Came to see the Tori Amos concert and was very impressed by the theater, the sound quality was great, and the decor was BEAUTIFUL. I wish I got more pictures of everything because it is a gorgeous place, and they definitely spent a lot of money getting in that way. The ambiance was great as well, I kept hearing a chime and wondering what it was, and a staff member told me it's to announce the band is about to take the stage. Very neat place
We saw Hamilton here which is an amazing show, but the seating is horrible. The upper level seats have no angle, so the persons head in front of me blocked my entire view. I paid $175 to stare at a guys head! I would not watch a show here again.
Beautiful venue to see Broadway shows in Omaha. We've been going here for years and have gotten season tickets in several sections over the years - main floor and up high. Even the nosebleed seats up high offer a good view and sound quality. My only complaint is that if you are up high when the show is over they block off half of the stairs for the handful of people coming upstairs to get to the the skywalk for parking. So everyone on the top two levels are waiting in a long queue to get down the steps while the other 1/2 of the steps are empty except for one or two people. But if you try and use that side the ushers will stop you. Really poor traffic flow design to favor those whose purchased the more expensive seats on the lower level and penalize those in the cheaper seats in the higher level.
I love going to the Orpheum theater. There's always a slew of great shows and despite being downtown the parking garage and walkway make it fairly accessible. We most recently went to wicked and it was a great time. My only nitpick with the facility is the bathroom situation. It's kind of in a hard place because it's a historic building, but I wish that there were more bathrooms. read more
In the past year I have found a new affinity of mine: going to ballets at the Orpheum. The first one I saw was Alice In Wonderland, and I more recently saw the Nutcracker. I fully intend to go to more ballets and upcoming events here, as I had a great experience, as did my family. The ticket prices are less than expected for a ballet, and when seated on the floor you can see the stage very clearly. The second time I went we were on the balcony, albeit near the back, and I much prefer being seated on the floor. The theatre itself is beautiful; the architecture and inner design is gorgeous to look at, take pictures in, and marvel at before the show as well as during intermission. The bathrooms are accessible and there are drinks and small refreshments available. It isn't a huge selection so don't come on an empty stomach, but they are nice to nibble on throughout the show. I have not had the best experience with the mixed drinks, and they tend to be overly strong, which is not my preference whatsoever. It can be overwhelming and my last drink I could not finish and ended up tossing. Overall, I would highly recommend supporting our local arts and taking an outing to go see a ballet here. It is such a fun girly activity, and can be done decently affordable. Take the opportunity to get dressed up, take pics before the ballet, and enjoy a great show here! read more
I've been here many times over the years and can't believe I've never reviewed the Orpheum! It's a beautiful, old-school venue for plays, concerts, and other events. Recently saw Mama Mia and we were high up but there's really not a bad seat in the house. The sound quality was excellent. There are a lot of stairs but also elevators and lots of staff to help direct you to your seat. The seats are small with not much leg room but that's to be expected. In the heart of downtown, there are several parking garages and metered stalls nearby though right now in Spring 2026, there is construction and street closures all over the place. I'd get there early and maybe plan to walk a few blocks. Love this venue though for it's beauty and the feeling you're seeing something special. read more
The Orpheum has been around for ages and is definitely an Omaha institution. I feel it definitely is a little stuffy in terms of the seating, types of shows they get, and overall vibe. But if you're looking for a classic stage play or traveling Broadway show, it's basically the place to see any and all of those. I have seen Les Mis, Phantom, Alton Brown (twice), Hamilton, Jerry Seinfeld, and Wicked - so there are a few more modern shows to see, but they are definitely on the smaller side vs. the classics. The seats in the normal areas (not talking about the boxes or the Orchestra seating) are very stiff and almost like stadium seating at a baseball game. The aisles of seats are also very close together so if you are a long legged person - watch out. I don't even have long legs and I left Wicked with literal bruises on my knees from them pressing into the seat in front of me the whole show. Now, I know it sounds like I basically am a hater of the Orpheum, but that's not true at all. It definitely has its drawbacks, but the perks of having this venue in Omaha are not beyond me. If you stumble upon a show you'd like to see at The Orpheum, definitely still go - just be prepared for a semi-uncomfortable evening. The performance you see may just make up for that though if you love it! read more
6 months ago
7 months ago
Orpheum is an amazing venue, beautiful space to see a fabulous show! So creative, using modern music to illustrate a twist on a classic story. Cast was phenomenal, such talent and loved the choreography! read more
We love the Orpheum so much. Absolute treasure for top flight performances. It has an old world opulence that must be experienced, one that'll make you feel like you walked in with the turn of the century on one side and a crisp martini on the other. It's that lived in kind of elegant. Old money. And the shows, my goodness the shows. What the Orpheum does with Broadway (thanks O-PA!) will blow your mind and stir your soul. We've seen so many great ones here - Hamilton and Hadestown, Funny Girl and Fiddler - each as first rate as the last. And concerts too! One of our most treasured memories is the night here when we saw Jackson Browne. We've even seen our son perform on the stage, a moment we'll all remember with pride and joy. Point being, you live memories here. It's an experience. It's a vibe. It's so uniquely Omaha. If you haven't been to a performance here yet, take a chance and fall in love. read more
The Orpheum Theatre is a beautiful historic building. It is a lovely place to see a play, musical, concert, or other kind of performance; and Omaha Performing Arts presents a good variety of these things. Since it is an older building, there are several issues that can be somewhat problematic. Parking can be awkward as there are different lots with different prices - I can walk here so I don't have any advice. The entrance was not designed with today's security measures in mind so that can involve some time waiting outside. I know they have made efforts for accessibility but I don't know for sure. Bathroom facilities in general are probably not as plentiful as they are in newer buildings. They do sell snacks and drinks now, and cup holders have been installed. The biggest issue here in my opinion is that some of the seating is VERY cramped. On our recent visit we sat in the loge. I'm 5'9" and 180 pounds and I tell you, my knees were almost touching the seat in front of me. I was glad there was an empty seat next to me so I had some extra space for my arms anyway. I know that not all the seating there is this restrictive but this was definitely what I would call comfortable. read more
5 months ago
3 months ago
3 years ago
A lovely vaudevillian legacy venue for shows. Originally built in the late 1890s and renovated and expanded in the 1920s to the three level auditorium that exist today. Given the facilities configuration might be a little tough for folks with longer legs so select seating carefully if needed! Limited street parking and multiple parking garages in immediate area are available for facility access. Bars and snack stands are available throughout the theater as are restroom facilities. Elevators can accommodate anyone that may need help navigating the multiple stairs to get to the upper levels. Located within blocks of the old market and multiple bars and restaurants makes for a great evening with a dinner and a show. The building interiors are truly vintage. Highly recommend trying to catch a show at this location. read more
1 year ago
This was my first time going to the Orpheum. It was amazing and horrible at the same time. I bought tickets 2 months in advance to The Lion King for our 21st wedding anniversary. The day of the show comes and I realize five hours before that we missed the actual day and I am crushed. It was my mistake. I thought it was on Thursday, when it actually happened on Tuesday. I called the box office and reached Josh the box office manager, I am practically in tears, but he tells me the only thing you can do is to give us half price of best available tickets that night. I say OK and thank you bye-bye. By this time I feel awful and we end up just staying home. Fast forward a couple weeks later we decide to stop at the box office after church. We go in and talk to a very nice man who ends up being Josh! He not only got us amazing tickets, but also went the extra mile to give me info just in case it happens again. It was my fault and he went above and beyond when to make our night special. We were fifth row from the front. The tickets were better than the original ones we bought. We got end row seats that some of the cast had given up. It was such a great show and despite the drama we had a great time. I just want to send a big thank you to Josh at the box office. We will be back. read more
3 years ago
Absolutely gorgeous theatre ...beautiful decor...bars located in several areas upstairs and near our seats on the main floor (orchestra middle) they sold a variety of packaged snacks and several souvenir items...it was very well organized with many ushers to assist you and to pass out programs... read more
I have been a season ticket holder at the Orpheum ever since I moved to Omaha in 2017, and I have not regretted it one bit. Even though I moved to Denver this past year, I kept my season tickets and just travel back to Omaha whenever there is a show. As a musical theater lover, I have been to many theaters all over the U.S., and there really aren't many that come close to beating the Orpheum. The architecture inside is stunning, and it is located close to the very charming Old Market. This makes it easy for us to grab dinner or drinks nearby before a show. Parking can be difficult, yet it is still so much easier and cheaper than in larger cities like Denver. The shows themselves are also much cheaper than in other cities, making shows much more accessible to all. They also provide student rush tickets for college students. There is much more than just musicals that show at this theater - I've been to concerts, comedy shows, and plays here as well. The Orpheum will always hold a special place in my heart, and I have a hard time letting it go even though I've moved away! read more
Came to see the Tori Amos concert and was very impressed by the theater, the sound quality was great, and the decor was BEAUTIFUL. I wish I got more pictures of everything because it is a gorgeous place, and they definitely spent a lot of money getting in that way. The ambiance was great as well, I kept hearing a chime and wondering what it was, and a staff member told me it's to announce the band is about to take the stage. Very neat place read more
1 year ago
We saw Hamilton here which is an amazing show, but the seating is horrible. The upper level seats have no angle, so the persons head in front of me blocked my entire view. I paid $175 to stare at a guys head! I would not watch a show here again. read more
Beautiful venue to see Broadway shows in Omaha. We've been going here for years and have gotten season tickets in several sections over the years - main floor and up high. Even the nosebleed seats up high offer a good view and sound quality. My only complaint is that if you are up high when the show is over they block off half of the stairs for the handful of people coming upstairs to get to the the skywalk for parking. So everyone on the top two levels are waiting in a long queue to get down the steps while the other 1/2 of the steps are empty except for one or two people. But if you try and use that side the ushers will stop you. Really poor traffic flow design to favor those whose purchased the more expensive seats on the lower level and penalize those in the cheaper seats in the higher level. read more
4 years ago
Have been coming to the Orpheum for many years. Just went to see Anastasia last night and it was amazing! Every show I've gone to, the staff is so incredibly kind and helpful. You'll never get lost there's staff everywhere to help you find your seat. The building is historical and an experience in itself. If you haven't had the chance to visit the Orpheum, it's a must for Omaha! Parking isn't bad because there are garages within the block you can park at. Just keep in mind everyone is leaving at the same time and may be a bit of a wait! There is street parking, but it's a two hour limit. Bathrooms are very clean and well kept! Enjoy your theatre experience! read more
4 years ago
7 years ago
Breathtaking theatre in Omaha. Intricate details and beautiful chandeliers inside. We have been subscribing to broadway theatre seasons here for three years now and have never been disappointed. We get to enjoy wonderful shows that come through here including Hamilton, Lion King, the book of Mormon, Phantom of the Opera, Jersey boys, Aladdin, Waitress, Miss Saigon, Les Miserables, and countless more shows! Season ticket prices and night-of student rush deals makes this venues relatively accessible and affordable compared to larger cities. read more
This theater is beautiful. I've been here as a child but seeing it as a adult I was able to appreciate this vintage building for what it is. I definitely plan on coming to more events here. Especially knowing the layout now. I would say live a little and spend the extra money and sit in the front row of whatever section you may be in. I guess that's anywhere you go but this being an older building, I would say go for it! Plus I'm short and trying to look over heads fir a hour or more is a little annoying. So there's that that. I was seated in the Loge area which I actually enjoyed. I went to see Pattie Labelle with my mom and we really went ourselves. I plan on going to see the lion king and I'm sitting I the front. It's just the best option for me. But seeing this lovely piece of art and history In your home town is also a great experience. Pick a show and go enjoy yourself! read more
Attending events at the Orpheum Theater is always a pleasant experience. I recently was there to attend a performance of Hamilton and throughly enjoyed myself. The Philips Tour cast was truly outstanding, unbelievable so much talent in one place!!! I was engrossed from beginning to end. Kudos to the Orpheum for their continuous efforts to bring high quality productions to Omaha!!! read more
I was here for my first time to see the event for Tweet Seats. It was fun! I enjoyed Tthe Elixir of Love dress rehearsal. As enjoyable as it was, the architecture is equally enjoyable. I love the feel of the building. It has lots of personality and class. I think I would like to make it back here for another performance. Maybe a musical. Anyway, it was a grand experience! Always enjoy a good show. read more
The Orpheum is a visually and extravagantly beautiful theater. I've been here many times over the last seven years and this time around was to see Hamilton. I was not impressed with the show itself but the acting was very very good and the singers had beautiful voices. Hamilton wasn't something I cared for in relation to the way former presidents and founding fathers were portrayed. For me the highlight of the show was the appearance of King George and the scenes he performed. Not a show I recommend unless you're into hip hop and rap music displaying former presidents being portrayed with an African-American spin. The five stars are for the extravagant beauty of the theater itself and the excellent acting and singing by the actors themselves for this show. read more
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8 years ago
Stomp opened in Omaha tonight, a concept I was somewhat familiar with and I kept an open mind, knowing I would either enjoy or be disappointed after the performance. I will respond by saying if you have ever taken a dance class or participated in a group performance, you have to appreciate the synchronization of group members and their fitness levels even though some aspects of the skits could have been improved i.e. tiny light skit that I didn't understand the complexity or lack of. Overall, I would grade the entertainment value a B grade. The Orpheum still continues to have issues with small bathrooms and unfriendly volunteers at the doors to the seating areas. Outside parking ettitique was horrible, many people who did not respect traffic lights, pedestrians who have the right of way, and those who fail to have adequate skills to back out of parking lots. It was more challenging this time vs other performances to tolerate those who think they have more rights than following traffic laws or being courteous. This performance attracted drivers who aren't used to dealing with Orpheum traffic tonight. Of course, Omaha PD was no where to be seen. read more
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