July/August 2019 Performances
Jun 20, 2019 10:18AM ● By Pumulo Kasaji
Stage Performances
Shakespeare on the Green: Hamlet July 2, 3, and 6 at Elmwood Park, 411 1/2 N. Elmwood Road. After the death of his father and the wedding between his mother and uncle, Hamlet sets out to avenge his father’s death. The event includes pre-show entertainment. 8 p.m. Admission: free. 402.280.2391. —nebraskashakespeare.com
Shakespeare on the Green: All’s Well That Ends Well July 5 and 7 at Elmwood Park, 411 1/2 N. Elmwood Road. All’s Well That Ends Well tells the story of one woman’s obsessive love. It is performed by Juno’s Swans, the all-female ensemble. Chairs or blankets are acceptable, and pre-show entertainment is available. 8 p.m. Admission: free. 402.280.2391. —nebraskashakespeare.com
Andy Woodhull July 5-7 at Funny Bone Comedy Club, 17305 Davenport St. Woodhull has been featured on The Late Late Show, Conan, Comedy Central, and The Tonight Show: Staring Jimmy Fallon. 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. Tickets: $17-$47. 402.493.8036. —omaha.funnybone.com
Plays Out Loud! Summer Reading Series: Days of Absence July 12-13 at the Union for Contemporary Art, 2423 N. 24th St. Plays Out Loud! is a readers' theater series. Days of Absence by Douglas Turner Ward is a satire that speaks to race relations in an imaginary Southern town. 7 p.m. Tickets: $5 advanced, free general admission. 402.933-3161. —u-ca.org
Chris Porter July 18-20 at Funny Bone Comedy Club, 17305 Davenport St. Porter was a finalist on season 4 of NBC’s Last Comic Standing and has a comedy special, “Ugly & Angry.” 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. Tickets: $17-$47. 402.493.8036. —omaha.funnybone.com
Brit Floyd July 19 at the Orpheum Theater, 409 S. 16th St. This Pink Floyd tribute show comes to Omaha to celebrate the 40th anniversary celebration of The Wall. 8 p.m. Tickets: $35-$155. 402.345-0606. —ticketomaha.com
Omaha Under the Radar July 24-27 at various locations. This annual event gives Midwestern and national performers the chance to connect and learn through dance and theatrical performances, art discussions, workshops, and other educational opportunities. Times vary. Tickets: $10 single event pass, $25 Saturday pass, $50 festival pass, $100 VIP pass. —undertheradaromaha.com
Eddie Ifft Aug. 1-3 at Funny Bone Comedy Club, 17305 Davenport St. Ifft has made numerous appearances on late-night shows such as Chelsea Lately and Last Comic Standing, and currently hosts his own podcast, The Bingle Show. 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. Tickets: $17-$47. 402.493.8036. —omaha.funnybone.com
Billy McGuigan’s Rock Twist Aug. 2-18 at Omaha Community Playhouse, 6915 Cass St. This live concert experience combines classic rock ’n’ roll hits with a big band twist. The show will cover a variety of artists from The Doors to Frank Sinatra. 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 2 p.m. Sundays. Tickets: $42. 402.553.0800. —omahaplayhouse.com
Jessimae Peluso Aug. 8-10 at Funny Bone Comedy Club, 17305 Davenport St. Best known for starring on MTV’s Girl Code, Peluso is now a stand-up comedian. She also has two weekly podcasts, Sharp Tongue and Highlarious. 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. Tickets: $17-$47. 402.493.8036. —omaha.funnybone.com
Sweat Aug. 16-Sept. 15 at Omaha Community Playhouse, 6915 Cass St. Winner of the 2017 Pulitzer Prize for drama, Sweat follows a group of American steelworkers who lose their economic security. 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 2 p.m. Sundays. Tickets: $18-36. 402.553.0800. —omahaplayhouse.com
Squeeze My Cans: Surviving Scientology Aug. 16-18 at Reverb Lounge, 6121 Military Ave. This theatrical performance takes the audience on the roller coaster ride that is Scientology. Friday and Saturday 8 p.m., Sunday 6 p.m. Tickets: $20. 402.884.5707. —reverblounge.com
PAW Patrol Live! Aug. 17-18 at the Orpheum Theater, 409 S. 16th St. The six beloved “rescue” dogs from Nickelodeon’s children’s show PAW Patrol are brought to life on a live stage. These pirate pups need all paws on deck to find the hidden treasure and save the day. 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Tickets: $22-$135. 402.345.0606. —ticketomaha.com
John Crist Aug. 20 and 21 at Funny Bone Comedy Club, 17305 Davenport St. Comedian and viral sensation Crist has been named one of the “Top Five Comics to Watch.” Crist’s humor sometimes revolves around the local church. 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $17-$47. 402.493.8036. —omaha.funnybone.com
Plays Out Loud! Summer Reading Series: Simply Heavenly Aug. 23-24 at the Union for Contemporary Art, 2423 N. 24th St. Plays Out Loud! is a readers theater series. This play by Langston Hughes follows the lead character, Simple, as he must choose between responsibility and temptation. 7 p.m. Tickets: $5 advanced, free general admission. 402.933.3161. —u-ca.org
Christian Nodal Ahora Tour Aug. 24 at the Orpheum Theater, 409 S. 16th St. Mexican singer and songwriter Christian Nodal will perform his “mariacheño,” along with several surprises and mixes unique to this performance. 9 p.m. Tickets: $50-$140. 402.345.0606. —ticketomaha.com
This calendar was printed in the July/August edition of Omaha Magazine. To receive the magazine, click here to subscribe.
