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The Official Blues Brothers Revue
Aug. 12–21, 2011
Special Event in the Howard and Rhonda Hawks Mainstage Theatre
Sanctioned by Dan Akroyd and the Belushi Estate
In true Blues Brothers spirit, The Official Blues Brothers Revue is a high-energy live concert show that pays homage to the humor, music and mayhem of the original 1980 hit film. Non-stop fun with a whole lotta soul, these animated performers will keep you entertained as Jake and Elwood embark on their ‘mission from God’.
Sponsored by: University of Nebraska Medical Center
Media Sponsor: KGOR
 Becky’s New Car
Aug. 19–Sept. 18, 2011
Fonda-McGuire Series in the Howard Drew Theatre
by Steven Dietz
A contemporary, captivating story, Becky’s New Car finds two families unknowingly intertwined. Humorously ironic situations, rapid scene changes and clever audience interaction will keep you entertained, delighted and on the edge of your seat as you become part of Becky’s world on this enjoyable ride! Will Becky find the new life she didn’t know she was searching for, or is a new car just the thing she needs?
Sponsors: Enterprise Bank and "Friend of the Playhouse"
Media Sponsor: The Reader
 Chicago
Sept. 16–Oct. 16, 2011
Mainstage Series in the Howard and Rhonda Hawks Mainstage Theatre
Book by Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse, Music by John Kander, Lyrics by Fred Ebb, Based on the play Chicago by Maurine Dallas Watkins
A Broadway hit that won six Tony Awards! Set in the razzle-dazzle roaring twenties Chicago. This sharp-edge tale of murder, greed, corruption, violence, exploitation and treachery features a dazzling musical score accompanied by some immortal choreography by Bob Fosse.
Sponsors: Peter Kiewit Sons’, Inc. and HDR
Orchestra Sponsor: KPMG LLP
Media Sponsor: KETV
 Flyin’ West
Oct. 21–Nov. 20, 2011
Fonda-McGuire Series in the Howard Drew Theatre
by Pearl Cleage
Flyin’ West is a moving piece of American history brought to life on stage. A poignant tale of sisterhood and independence, Flyin’ West is the personal saga of a family of African American women who will do whatever it takes to protect each other and protect their land. Unity, courage, strength and perseverance drive this heartfelt play.
Sponsors: Bank of the West and University of Nebraska Medical Center
Media Sponsor: Yellowbook
 A Christmas Carol
Nov. 18–Dec. 23, 2011
Special Event on the Hawks Mainstage
By Charles Dickens, Adapted by Charles Jones, Musical orchestration by John J. Bennett
It just isn’t Christmas without A Christmas Carol. Experience Omaha’s favorite holiday tradition as Ebenezer Scrooge takes us on a life-changing journey filled with beautiful costumes, exquisite music, perfectly crafted sets and special effects second to none. Perfect for the whole family!
Sponsor: First National Bank
Orchestra Sponsor: Children’s Hospital & Medical Center
Snow and Special Effects Sponsor: Valmont Industries, Inc.
Media Sponsor: COX
 Yesterday and Today
Dec. 2–31, 2011
Special Event in the Howard Drew Theatre
An Interactive Beatles Experience
Featuring Billy McGuigan
© 2007 By Rave On Productions
Billy McGuigan and his brothers are back! This all-request Beatles tribute show will have you dancing in the aisles and singing along to every song. Share your stories and relive your memories with your favorite Beatles songs. No two shows are the same and every show is a guaranteed exhilarating time!
Not included in season subscription packages.
Sponsor: YPO / WPO Nebraska
Media sponsor: KGOR
 On Golden Pond
Jan. 20–Feb. 12, 2012
Mainstage Series in the Howard and Rhonda Hawks Mainstage Theatre
By Ernest Thompson
Full of warm humor and heart, this touching tale follows a couple in their golden years at their summer home on Golden Pond in Maine. Norman Thayer, an irascible retired schoolteacher, and his wife Ethel, who has a love for life, take us on a soul-stirring journey filled with trials of growing older, finding peace in old grudges and making unexpected friends who show them how to live again. On Golden Pond is an enriching masterpiece!
Sponsored by: Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska and Koley Jessen Attorneys
Media Sponsor: COX
This project's Guest Director is supported by the Tom and Mary Jetton Charitable Fund through the Omaha Community Foundation.
 The Fantasticks
Feb. 10–March 18, 2012
Fonda-McGuire Series in the Howard Drew Theatre
Book by Tom Jones, Music by Harvey Schmidt, Lyrics by Tom Jones, Based on Les Romanesques by Edmond Rostand
A legend in its own time, The Fantasticks is the longest running musical in history! A simple romantic comedy about a boy, a girl, their meddling fathers and the wall that divides them, The Fantasticks is crafted with charming simplicity, captivating music and whimsy. This timeless tale will ignite your imagination, delight your senses and leave you completely fulfilled. Whether you are revisiting this beloved musical or seeing it for the first time, it guarantees entertainment!
Sponsored in part by: "Friend of the Playhouse" Co-Sponsorship Available!
Orchestra Sponsor: The Paul and Oscar Giger Foundation
Media Sponsor: COX
 Altar Boyz
March 2–25, 2012
Mainstage Series in the Howard and Rhonda Hawks Mainstage Theatre
Music and Lyrics by Gary Adler and Michael Patrick Walker Conceived by Marc Kessler and Ken Davenport
Full of sharp parody, sinfully spectacular dancing and irreverent humor, Altar Boyz tells the story of five small-town boys—Matthew, Mark, Luke, Juan and Abraham—trying to save the world one screaming fan at a time with their pious pop act, including lyrics like “Girl You Make Me Wanna Wait” and “Jesus Called Me On My Cell Phone.” With an extraordinary mix of hilarious songs, this award-winning musical will have the whole family laughing and singing along.
Sponsor: TD Ameritrade
Orchestra Sponsor: Whitmore Charitable Trust
Media Sponsor: KXVO/KPTM
 Lend Me a Tenor
April 13–May 6, 2012
Mainstage Series in the Howard and Rhonda Hawks Mainstage Theatre
By Ken Ludwig
A side-splitting comedy, Lend Me A Tenor will have you singing its praises! When a fiery-tempered, world famous Italian opera star comes to town, he finds himself in a compromising situation giving an unexpected star the chance of a lifetime. Confusion and utter chaos ensue as the audience is in on the ultimate game of who’s who. Passion, double entendres, mistaken identities and absolute hilarity send this award-winning farce to comedic heights!
Sponsored by: Woodmen of the World, Tenaska and David & Anne Rismiller
Media Sponsor: Metro Magazine
 A Streetcar Named Desire
April 27–May 27, 2012
Fonda-McGuire Series in the Howard Drew Theatre
By Tennessee Williams
A Pulitzer Prize-winning tour de force, A Streetcar Named Desire is the story of Blanche DuBois, a fragile and neurotic woman on a desperate prowl for someplace in the world to call her own. A Streetcar Named Desire shows a turbulent confrontation between traditional values in the American South and the rough-edged, aggressive materialism of the new world. This devastating portrait of delusion and cruelty is one of Tennessee Williams' finest works. A classic staple in American theatre.
Sponsors: Carter & Vernie Jones
Media sponsor: Omaha World-Herald
 Hairspray
May 25–June 24, 2012
Mainstage Series in the Howard and Rhonda Hawks Mainstage Theatre
Book by Mark O’Donnell and Scott Wittman; Music by Thomas Meehan; Lyrics by Marc Shaiman
“You Can’t Stop the Beat” of this Tony-award winning musical! This flashback to the 1960s is full of musical dance numbers that will have you boogying all night long! Hairspray is a light-hearted musical that redefines beauty, as a big girl with bigger aspirations becomes the newest local TV star. This larger-than-life musical will leave you hungry for more!
Sponsor: Mutual of Omaha
Orchestra Sponsor: Rich & Fran Juro
Media Sponsor: WOWT
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