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!!!

The 40th Street Theater was hands down the best decision we made for our wedding! The outdoor…read morecourtyard, the vibrant, charming interior, and all the little details just felt like "us". We knew within five minutes of walking in that this was the right venue for our wedding. The space was charming, full of personality (even cat art, which we loved), and perfect for our 120 guests. Mary was absolutely fantastic. She was responsive, more than helpful, and genuinely invested in making sure we had the perfect wedding day. She worked closely with our caterer and helped with so much behind the scenes, including the setup, logistics, and bar service. Words don't do justice to just how incredible this place and the people who work here are. We highly, highly recommend this space for any special event!

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.

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.

Had the amazing opportunity to see a rendition of "Primary Trust " at the BLUEBARN theater in…read moreApril. Before the play started, the lobby was filled with a vibrant crowd that I assume were regular theater goers in the Omaha area. Many appeared to know each other and there was a real sense of community that was exciting to step into, if only for an evening. The theater itself is small yet cozy. I went to a Friday show, so the house was packed. Seats are first come, first served. So keep that in mind if you decide to use the restroom or arrive later after seating opens up. The play and cast was amazing. I heard from the regulars that this theater focuses on modern and cutting edge plays, which was in line with my experience. I paid $45 for my ticket, which I found to be reasonable compared to what I can expect to pay for theater in other cities around the country. Overall, I had a great experience! I would definitely recommend checking out their programming and coming in to support the live arts.

Amazing little theater; intimate and comfortable - though some people might be uncomfortable with…read morethe subject matter of the plays so check in advance! Case in point - for our first date, we went to see a Blue Barn production (it was in a different space before this theater was built). The play was about abortion and we still laugh about it after 30 years lol. I do admit that we pretty much knew that going in, but it was before the Internet really existed so we probably knew about it from The Reader. But, about the theater - it's really a special place, there is a bar with a nice selection of canned drinks (alcohol and not) and cocktails. I think they also have cookies. We saw a play last night, it was 80 minutes, no intermission, one-man performance. Absolutely amazing - The Night Larry Kramer Kissed Me. This is something that you would see in The City, you know, edgy and sophisticated and deep, but also so funny. There is only ONE problem with the Blue Barn. It's small, and the performances WILL sell out, so you need to get tickets before they have all been sold.

The Holland is a beautiful venue, not one bad seat in the whole place…read more They have plenty of bars around with snacks, NA options, wine and beers! The people working are more than happy to help you find your seat or anywhere else you could be going inside. I always have a wonderful time when I visit the Holland!

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 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.

This is a modern and beautiful venue. We saw Nate Jackson on 02/21/26. There was zero line to get…read morein and plenty of security to get people inside quickly and just as many ticket scanners. The service is too notch and plenty of ushers do walk you directly to your seats. There are at least four bars from what I saw (one in main hallway and three in the seating/stage area). There were plenty of bartenders as well. They have a coat check in and there's plenty of space to stand around before the show starts. My only complaint is the seats are small foldable chairs and connected to each other so you can't move them at all and you can be touching elbows or bottoms depending on the size of people

We spent a lot of time at Let It Fly for the College World Series and we wanted something to do…read morethat evening and we saw Steelhouse directly across the street. Yachtly Crew was playing at 8pm and we found some inexpensive tickets on stub hub for $30. The place is incredible and architecturally cool on the exterior - large open venue, with a big stage, standing room on floor and seats on upper level and ample street parking. There is a bar and additional seating on the first level. It's clean and the staff was great.

Set on the north side of Little Bohemia, this is a phenomenal concert venue for MAHA opening night!…read moreThe upstairs is the best view of the bands.

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I've been here many times over the years and can't believe I've never reviewed the Orpheum! It's a…read morebeautiful, 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.

I love going to the Orpheum theater. There's always a slew of great shows and despite being…read moredowntown 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.