Acrobat is currently running at Shelterbelt Theatre until 5/11/2008.  Directed by Eric Solanis
In cooperation with Reannin Theatre Group, Shelterbelt presents a play written and directed by Eric Solanis. The production features Matt Brown, Jeremy Earl, Chip Frieden, Eric Grant-Leanna, Kathy Hughes, Jessica Larson, Jennifer McGill, Caitlin Mabon, Laci Neal, Amy Patzer, Demian Ryder, McClain Smouse and Kevin Steward. Performances run Thursdays-Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 6 p.m. at the SNAP/Shelterbelt Theatre, 3225 California St. For reservations, call (402) 341-2757.
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Man from Nebraska is currently running at Blue Barn until 5/11/2008.  Directed by Susann Suprenant
Meet Ken Carpenter, a mid-western insurance salesman with a comfortable and routine life, until one night when Ken awakens in a panic to find he no longer believes in God. This crisis of faith propels an ordinary middle-aged man into an extraordinary journey of self-discovery. A wickedly funny and spiritually complex play, Man from Nebraska examines the effects of one man’s awakening on himself, his marriage, and those around him. Directed by Susann Suprenant, the show features Jonathan Wilhoft as Ken Carpenter, with Wes Clowers, Patty Driscoll, Louisa Foster, Scott Fowler, Karli Kleinsmith, Brigitte McQueen, Ruth Rath and Nick Zadina. The production design team includes Michelle Abel, props; Amy Bertacini, stage manager; Wayne Brekke, scenic painter; Will Davis, assistant director; Jane Franklin, costumes; Mike Kalstrom, sound; Susann Suprenant, designer; and Carol Wisner, lighting consultant. The show runs Thursdays-Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 6 p.m. There are no performances on Sunday April 20 and 27. Talkback sessions led by Beth Katz, director of Project Interfaith, will follow the April 17 and May 4 performances. Tickets are $19/adults and $15/seniors, students, TAG members and groups of 10 or more, and go on sale April 7. For reservations or more information, call (402) 345-1576. Note: Man from Nebraska contains mature situations and subject matter. The 2nd Thursday performance, April 24, is a TAG Night Out to benefit the TAG Scholarship Fund. Do not make a reservation. When you arrive, tell the Box Office you are there for TNO.
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Ain't Misbehavin' is currently running at John Beasley Theatre until 5/18/2008.  Directed by  
Winner of three Tony Awards in 1978, Ain’t Misbehavin’ is a musical revue with book by Murray Horwitz and Richard Maltby, Jr., featuring the music of Thomas Wright "Fats" Waller. Performances take place Thursdays–Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m. at 3010 Q St. TAG members receive the discounted senior/student ticket price. All tickets are $15 for Thursday performances. Group rates are available. For reservations or more information, call (402) 444-3446.
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Into the Woods is currently running at Nebraska Wesleyan University until 5/10/2008.  Directed by  
Performances run Thursdays-Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, May 4, at 2 p.m. For reservations or more information, call (402) 465-2384 or e-mail theatre@nebrwesleyan.edu.
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The Crucible is currently running at Omaha Community Playhouse until 6/1/2008.  Directed by Susan Clement-Toberer
In the Puritan New England town of Salem, Massachusetts, a group of local girls divert attention from themselves by making accusations of witchcraft among the townsfolk. Hearsay “evidence,” rooted in family conflict and greed, spark weeping accusations and false confessions. Playwright Arthur Miller’s invigorating tale of morality and injustice will have you on the edge of your seat. Susan Clement Toberer is guest director and Lara Marsh is stage manager. Amy Kunz and Scott Kurz lead the cast of 24, including Julie Adams, Mary Beth Becker, Thomas Becker, John Bell, Maire Creegan, Abby Dickson, Al DiMauro, Phyllis Doughman, Rian Durham, Keith Homan, Jay Huse, Matt Kelehan, Mary Kelley, Steve Krambeck, Stacie Lamb, Christina Leonard, Amber Marsh, Steve Miller, Rebecca Schier, Randy Shanks, and Ashley Spessard. Performances run Thursdays-Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. only. An after-show Talk Back with director and cast is set for Friday, May 16. Tickets for this dramatic play are $32/adults and $21/students. Mention that you’re a TAG member to get a $10 discount; membership card required when picking up your ticket. For reservations or more information, call (402) 553-0800
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A Midsummer Night’s Dream is currently running at Mills Masquers at the Barton Theater until 5/11/2008.  Directed by Jeff DeYoung
Directed by Jeff DeYoung and produced by Scott Hite, the show features Cassandra White as Puck, Jim Kalhorn as Oberon/Thesus, Nancy Wright as Titania, Scott Hite as Demetrius, Amanda Fehlner as Helena, Devon Hubner as Lysander, Sara Kittle as Hermia, and Geoff Chenoweth as Nick Bottom, with Annika Baake, Chelsee Bird, James Cook, Danny Harless, Grace Kirk, Judy Kirk, John Kilpatrick, Taylor Konfrst, Alex Neff, Rebecca Neff, Niki O'Meara, Andrew Powell, Charlie Robbins, Phyllis Schwaninger, Dain Whitacre and Ken Whitacre. Performances run Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; and Sundays at 2 p.m. at the Barton Theatre, 56543 221st Street — just north of Glenwood. Tickets are $10/adults, $9/seniors & students, $6/12 and under. Reservations may be made by calling (712) 527-3600 and leaving a message, or online at www.millsmasquers.org.
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Where Have All the Cowboys Gone? or Florence, It’s Raining M is currently running at Florentine Players until 5/18/2008.  Directed by  
The Florentine Players present their annual original musical melodrama at the Florence City Hall, 29th & State St. Performances are Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, May 18 at 2 p.m. TAG members received discounted tickets. For reservations or more information, call (402) 502-2444 or e-mail info@florentineplayers.com.
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Ain't Misbehavin' is currently running at John Beasley Theatre until 6/1/2008.  Directed by Tyrone Beasley
Winner of three Tony Awards in 1978, Ain’t Misbehavin’ is a musical revue featuring the music of Fats Waller. Directed by Tyrone Beasley, the show features five performers presenting an evening of rowdy, raunchy and humorous songs. Performances take place Thursdays–Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m. at 3010 Q St. Tickets are $25/adults, $20/seniors, students and TAG members. All tickets are $15 for Thursday performances. Group rates and season tickets are available. For reservations or more information, call (402) 444-3446
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Young Playwrights Festival is currently running at Omaha Theatre Company at The Rose until 5/10/2008.  Directed by Rachel Ware, Fran Sillau & Kevin Ehrhart
The 13th annual Young Playwrights Festival will be presented May 8th and 10th at The Rose Theater. The festival is part of The Rose’s Teens ‘N’ Theater program where young playwrights from Omaha and the surrounding area can submit their scripts for the opportunity to have their play produced by The Rose. This festival showcases work by some of the best teenage writers in the Omaha area. Most of the produced scripts are created as part of a year-long Young Playwrights class, which is led by The Rose’s award-winning Playwright-in-Residence Brian Guehring and Rose Educator Jim Hoggatt. Written entirely by teens, these works are filled with comedy, tragedy, hopes, fears, romance, revenge and all out fun. This year’s writers for the Young Playwrights Festival include Julian D. Jackson, Elizabeth Astwood, Anna Munzesheimer, and Robyn Strominger. The directors are Rachel Ware, Fran Sillau, and Kevin Ehrhart. The cast members include Hailey Konnath, Uriah Wertheim, Kristen Powell, Spencer Wright, Jordan McDonnell, Ben Rasmussen, Anna Munzesheimer, Nikkolas Whitcomb, Daniel Elkins, Robyn Strominger, Stephanie Galvin, Katherin Lazerets, and Pierce Koslowski. The Young Playwrights Festival will be presented in The Rose’s Hitchcock Theater on Thursday, May 8th, at 7 p.m. and Saturday, May 10th, at 4:30 p.m. Tickets are $6 each and available in advance by calling (402) 345-4849. Tickets may also be purchase the day of show at The Rose Box Office, 2001 Farnam Street.
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Quilters is currently running at TADA Productions until 5/18/2008.  Directed by  
Nominated for six Tony Awards including Best Musical, Quilters pays eloquent tribute to the courage and spirit of our nation's pioneer women with love, warmth, lively humor, and the moving spectacle of simple human dignity and steadfastness in the face of adversity. Performances are Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. at The Loft at the Mill Theatre and Gallery in Lincoln's Haymarket. Tickets are $18/evenings and $15/matinees. For reservations, call (402) 438-TADA (8232) or go to www.tadaproductions.info. This is the last production at the Loft at the Mill. June will mark the opening of the new TADA Theatre inside the Creamery Building at 701 P St., Lincoln.
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All I Really Need to Know I Learned In Kindergarten is currently running at >>> Other Notices <<< until 5/11/2008.  Directed by Fred Wilson
Presented by First United Methodist Church, this musical comedy/drama is directed by Fred Wilson with musical direction by Mark Kurtz. The cast includes church members Carol Kloss-McClellan and Jean Rollin; members of the River City Mixed Chorus Lori Adams, Sharon Arnold, Wayne Moore, and Megan Van Alstine; and TAG members Michael Taylor-Stewart and Travis Wilcox. Making their theatrical debuts are Bridgette and Spencer Wilcox. Performances are free and take place at the church, 7020 Cass St., Friday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 3:30 p.m.
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