This is a great theater!…read more We went to a show here last night, the seats are comfy, the theater is intimate but well organized and the people working are very kind. We had drinks from the bar that were reasonably priced, they had plenty of beers, cocktails and Na options! If you have a chance to see a show here I highly recommend it!!

I thought comedy was for Chicago, LA, NY, and Austin(Kill Tony). I took the 5 week stand up class…read more($250) wanting to do this for years. Classes like improv, sketch comedy, and, "Have fun as an adult and make friends." Shows Thursday-Saturday for like $10. Free open mic Wednesdays at 8pm and can get invited to free showcase Wednesdays at 7pm. Hands down the best comedy venue for comics of ALL levels for 500 miles. Super welcoming and inclusive. Able to buy water, pop, beer, and working on liquor license.

The Orpheum is such a great venue! We were here to see Distant Worlds and it was such a fun show…read morewith beautiful music and even some people dressed up as Chocobos! The theater is beautiful with ornate designs to the boxes, unbelievably detailed ceilings with stunning chandeliers, and gorgeous embellishments everywhere. The acoustics and lighting during the performances are great and we were really impressed with the quality of show. Seats are comfortable and between that, the music, and the wine I was practically lulled to sleep. Restrooms are nice and clean and large enough to keep the line during intermission from becoming completely ridiculous. Another great thing about intermission is you can refresh your wine supply in a sippy cup you are permitted to bring into the theater with you. I also really appreciate how friendly everyone is here. It's easy getting your tickets and there are helpful individuals to assist you in finding your seats. Between the beautiful and clean venue, the amazing shows they offer, and the friendly service, this is a great place for a fun date night in Omaha.

My review is a few years late...(or in the works)…read more The Orpheum is Omaha's oldest theater. and has been rebuilt a few times. It is the iconic Orpheum you would envision. Ornate plaster work throughout a large hall with multi tiers of detail and old world craftsmanship not done anymore. There is one entrance with about 4 doors to pass through and a mobile bar right when you get in. (this is the busiest spots to get a drink just keep walking) Straight ahead is the main staircase and to your left are the current show concessions followed by restroom and another bar and stairs. Each floor here has its own bar and the 3rd floor also has restrooms the 2nd does not. Most of the seats her have a great view its really impossible to not have a good view of the stage. 1st loge is my favorite. I feel I get full view of the entire stage from a higher up vantage point The acoustics are perfect. The temps are about always perfect not hot not cold. Of all the cities I have been this is for sure my favorite venue for performing arts. Maybe because its home and feels comfy, but looking at all the bonuses nope. This place is a GEM!!!

We recently enjoyed a performance of Rudolph with our little one. It was performed by children and…read moreteens/young adults. You could tell everyone put a lot of effort into their performances. We also thought the theatre itself was really neat. It definitely has an Old World look to it. A few things that I think could be improved on is informing the audience of where the bathrooms are located prior to the show. I found a bathroom by following someone else downstairs to the basement. Luckily that is where they were headed, as I had no idea. Lastly, although the theater is beautiful, the armrests need refurbishment. My seat's armrests (as well as the rest of my party's seats) had several nailheads sticking up, so that your sweater or other delicate fabric would get snagged repeatedly. Other than these small issues, we enjoyed our time together as a family.

I prefer an Orange Pumpkin to a Rose Blumkin, unless you're talking about PSL (at Starbucks) in…read morewhich I prefer DSL. Ahem. Pretty beautiful old theatre in Omaha just south of the downtown, which is absolutely gorgeous. One of my favourite places in the area to catch a show although the outdoor venue which is brand-new a little bit to the NW is actually better. This is a lovely old theatre and I love performing in these kinds of places, I haven't performed here yet unfortunately... although I have been in this place and I love watching shows or walking around inside old venues like this, which I have done here.

The Shelterbelt is an intimate little theatre which allows you to be never further than 15 feet…read moreaway from the stage. The plays are all written by local writers and have local actors as stars. I haven't been in recently but used to frequent this spunky little place. It has such a great feel to it. And, it's almost next door to California Tacos, so you can have dinner there first!

I went to a wonderful play Untitled - that is running until Mid February- I love the neighborhood…read moreand the Shelterbelt itself. the play was excellent and the people there included you instantly and made you welcome and part of the Omaha theater community right away. the theater itself they just repainted and it was lovely seeing the history of the building honored. it was a fantastic evening as the play rolled out in front of me- with the rest of the house laughing. they support local artists and I believe that is very important. Please patronize the Shelterbelt and other local Omaha venues. we want them around for generations to come! I also had dinner at California tacos and more.. fantastic Saturday night!

We had a great night getting to watch the Christmas Carol at the Omaha Community Playhouse. I do…read moreforget how small and limited the seating is there, so be prepared to be close. It was very comfortable in there, I was prepared for it to be either too cold or too hot since it had been snowing. Intermission allowed time for the restroom and to get a drink/snack with plenty of time to make it back to your seats.

We had a great time seeing A Christmas Carol here. It was my first time at OCP, but this play is an…read moreOmaha tradition and for good reason. Buying the tickets was a breeze over the phone and we picked up the tickets at will call the night of the show with no issues. Parking was a breeze, there's plenty of space in the lot. Even after heavy snow storm the day before, it was clear. The theatre and playhouse was decorated beautifully for Christmas, trees all around and lit garland, it was magical. There were 2 bars, but had really long lines if you didn't get there quickly enough. They had specialty drinks, non alcoholic options, coffee and cocoa, and some sweet treats. I had to get a coffee at intermission and it was only $2, a great deal! They had Mrs Cratchit's coffee which was coffee + Bailey's, which would've been fun too. The play was wonderful! I even teared up at the end when Scrooge became a nice person. All the actors were incredible, and the children were so precious, they all worked hard to put on a good performance. The theatre itself had comfy seats, a decent amount of leg room, and felt roomy even though it's a small venue (500ish people). On the way out, we all got to take home a special Christmas bread from Rotella's, I can't wait to dig into it!

I went to a burlesque show at the 40th St. theatre the other night and as a venue it still stands…read moreout in my mind. It's very charming and I believe over 100 years old. There are lots of little touches here and there that are very unique and a nod to the past. I love the creaky wood floors and they've done an excellent job of keeping as much of the original architecture and building intact. You definitely feel like you're stepping into a bygone era. They had a full bar and very decent drink prices. I would definitely rent out this venue if I needed a space in the future.

If you're into eclectic, unique, one-of-a-kind places (like I am), this venue gets 5 stars for…read moreatmosphere, decor and spaces. Depending upon your event, there are a couple of areas to choose from, and the outdoor space is simply beautiful. What made this review a 3 instead of a 5 is two things: 1) Parking. It's on-street and not plentiful near the venue. When I attended, I did a terrible thing (because I got so frustrated with driving around the blocks for parking); I parked on the sidewalk. Not the best choice, I admit. Now I know to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the start of any event there. 2) The chairs. HORRIBLE. I attended a theatrical production as part of the Great Plains Theatre Conference. Including announcements, the production lasted 90 minutes--90 excruciating minutes. To make sure it wasn't just my reaction, I looked around. What I discovered was an audience of so many people moving, bending, adjusting, and re-adjusting in their seats. It's as if the owners of 40th Street said, "What are the cheapest, most uncomfortable chairs on the planet? Yep! Let's buy those!!" If you attend an event here in which you will be sitting for longer than 20 minutes, bring a seat cushion with you. If you've read some of my other reviews, you'll note that I'm unforgiving when it comes to uncomfortable seating. This venue had the worst by far. The owners should eat their own dog food and sit in those chairs for at least half an hour just to experience what their guests are experiencing. That said, if you're looking for a place to hold an event--and you want something out of the ordinary and memorable--I recommend 40th Street Theatre. If you're a business and want a get away event where your employees can have some nosh and network, I think it's great for that. Standing, chatting, mixing, mingling--40th Street Theatre hits a home run for that.

Really wonderful acoustics here, the Holland was beautifully designed for optimal concert…read moreexperiences. We came recently to experience Omaha Symphony + guest conductor Christopher Allen + guest violinist Francisco Fullana play Johann Strauss II, Montgomery, and Stravinsky's Firebird. There was an "after party" where we were able to stay to listen to Christopher Allen on the piano and Fullana on the violin play a few pieces. I'm glad we stayed to experience it! There's a large area on the second floor where tables and chairs are set up for conversations and presentations. The check in and security was smooth and simple, they have metal detectors which I appreciate for safety. We had lots of help from the patrons to help us find our seats. My husband surprised me with 2nd row seats for the show, it was amazing being that close to the performance! The drinks were just okay. I wanted a coffee at intermission and when I asked what coffee they serve, she said "decaf," which is as a little annoying. I want to stay awake which is the purpose of coffee, and I still don't know if it's a good coffee or simple Folgers. We opted to share a glass of Chardonnay, served in a plastic cup with a lid. It felt like I was a toddler sipping from the cup, so I probably wouldn't get a drink to have during a presentation again.

This is an amazing venue. It is known as the home of Omaha's symphony, but it hosts a wide variety…read moreof performances - truly something for everyone. Check out the Omaha Performing Arts website for information about shows here and at the other OPA venues (the Steelhouse and the Orpheum Theater), I have been here for so many events, but the thing that prompted me to write this review wasn't an actual performance. We (the Old Market Association) were given a tour of the venue - on the stage and in the dressing rooms. In the empty hall, we could really hear how amazing the acoustics are, and could see how the architecture was designed to accomplish this. And the dressing rooms - which I had never thought about, are beautiful as well as practical. We could see how a touring act would appreciate the thoughtfulness here, and obviously that's going to make a difference to people - to know the respect performers are given. This is truly a special place. I highly recommend a visit. With the variety of shows here, there definitely will be something you will love.

DJ Matt Corleone was hired for one of my marketing events and he did a fantastic job! For the…read moreaudience, he set up a very good playlist that catered to the event. At different times of the nights we needed quieter and louder music and he did a great job acclimating my needs as I spoke to the crowd. Everyone had a great job. Sometimes people underestimate how great having someone who can amplify good vibes and good energy. If you're looking for entertainment for your next party, consider a profession DJ instead of your friend on the aux cord :)