1/12-1/17
Little House on the Prairie
The Musical: Little House on the Prairie takes on a new frontier in this uplifting musical starring Melissa Gilbert as Ma Ingalls, who played Laura in the much-loved television series. Performances take place at the Orpheum Theater, located at 409 S. 16th Street. For more information, call 345-0606.
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1/17
Omaha Symphony Family Series:
Driving Forces- Maestro Thomas Wilkins is your tour guide on a musical exploration of motivation. What drives music and what drives people? Fun, familiar pieces are introduced to encourage children to dream big and activate their imaginations. We'll hear the awesome music that's been created when people have worked hard and followed their inspiration. Event takes place at 2:00 p.m. at the Holland Performing Arts Center, located at 1200 Douglas Street. For more information, call 342-3560.
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1/22-2/14
Cheaper by the Dozen
Follows the family life of the Gilbreths in the 1920’s as they cope with and ultimately begin to rebel against the totalitarian discipline of their father, who attempts to make their household operate much like the factory he supervises. The play, in addition to many comic moments, also includes a valuable lesson about family ties. Full of heartfelt fun and promise. Performances take place at the Omaha Community Playhouse, located at 6915 Cass Street. For more information, call 553-0800 or visit www.omahaplayhouse.com.
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1/23
Adventures with Clifford the Big Red Dog
Who’s the biggest—reddest—most lovable canine pal of them all? It’s Clifford™! And he’s bounding into Rochester along with his owner Emily Elizabeth™ and many of his friends in an immersive, “paws on” exhibit. Pilot the ferry to Birdwell Island, serve up fish and chips, make music on Clifford’s Xylobone, search for buried treasure in T-Bone’s sandbox, and slide down Clifford’s giant tail! Created by Minnesota Children’s Museum in partnership with Scholastic Entertainment, Inc. Omaha Children’s Museum is located at 500 S. 20th Street. For more information, call 342-6164 or visit www.ocm.org.
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1/23-4/18
Construction Zone
Construction Zone is a kid-sized world of building where kids can explore with machines, tools, a super-sized dig pit and much more! Omaha Children’s Museum is located at 500 S. 20th Street. For more information, call 342-6164 or visit www.ocm.org.
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1/23
Omaha Symphony Sights and Sounds Series
Bugs Bunny on Broadway- Join the Omaha Symphony for a fun fusion of Looney Tunes cartoons and live orchestra music. See the "Wascally Wabbit" himself projected on a big screen above the orchestra, as you listen to the irresistible scores that make the animated mayhem come alive--including "What's Up Doc?" and "The Rabbit of Seville". Performances takes place at the Holland Performing Arts Center, located at 1200 Farnam Street. For more information, call 342-3560 or visit www.omahasymphony.org.
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1/29
ScrapArtsMusic
Metal. Muscle. Music. Movement! ScrapArtsMusic is a witty knock-out for the whole family that starts where STOMP and Blue Man Group leave off. Five performers plus industrial scraps add up to pure magic! Performance takes place at 8:00 p.m. at the Holland Performing Arts Center, located at 1200 Farnam Street. For more information, call 345-0606 or visit www.ticketomaha.com.www.sasmuseum.com.
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