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Spring Awakening will open at Nebraska Wesleyan University on 2/9/2012 and run until 2/18/2012. Directed by .
NWU TO PERFORM TONY AWARD-WINNING MUSICAL “SPRING AWAKENING” LINCOLN, Neb. — Nebraska Wesleyan University theatre will kick off its spring season with the Tony Award-winning musical, “Spring Awakening.” The production — once banned in Germany due to its frank exploration of sexuality, rebellion and death — will open at Nebraska Wesleyan’s McDonald Theatre on February 9. The modern adaptation of the 1891 play explores the journey from adolescence to adulthood. The play runs February 9-11 and February 16-18 at 7:30 p.m. with matinee shows on February 12 and February 19 at 2 p.m. McDonald Theatre is located at 51st Street and Huntington Ave. Nebraska Wesleyan’s version of “Spring Awakening” was choreographed by actress and NWU alumna Emily Kinney, who starred in the role of Anna on Broadway’s run of “Spring Awakening.” Admission is $15 for adults, $10 for seniors and $7.50 for students. For tickets, contact the theatre box office at 402.465.2384 or order online at www.nebrwesleyan.edu. Due to explicit content, this show is not recommended for students under 18 years.
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Leaving Iowa will open at Wilson Performing Arts Center on 2/10/2012 and run until 2/19/2012. Directed by .
PRODUCTION: LEAVING IOWA PERFORMANCE DATES: February 10-12 and 17-19 SHOW TIMES: 7:30pm on Fridays and Saturdays and 2:30pm on Sundays, with a Talk-Back after Sunday February 12th's performance BOX OFFICE PHONE NUMBER: 1-712-623-3183 SYNOPSIS: LEAVING IOWA is a sentimental comedy that will have you laughing one minute and tugging at your heart strings another. The spark behind Leaving Iowa comes from being children of parents from the now dubbed "greatest generation." The story is a toast to their idealism and character and a little roast of their undying dedication to the classic family road trip. More specifically, it is the story of Don Browning, a middle-aged writer, who returns home and decides to finally take his father's ashes to his childhood home, as requested. But when Don discovers Grandma's house is now a grocery store, he begins traveling across Iowa searching for a proper resting place for his father. This father-and-son road trip shifts smoothly from the present to Don's memories of the annual, torturous vacations of his childhood. Don's existential journey leads him to reconcile his past and present at the center of the United States. Leaving Iowa is a postcard to anyone who has ever found himself or herself alone on a road, revisiting fond memories of his or her youth.
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The Fantasticks will open at Omaha Community Playhouse on 2/10/2012 and run until 3/18/2012. Directed by Carl Beck.
The Fantasticks Feb. 10 – March 18, 2012 Howard Drew Theatre Book by Tom Jones, Music by Harvey Schmidt, Lyrics by Tom Jones Based on Les Romanesques by Edmond Rostand Sponsored in part by: "Friend of the Playhouse" Orchestra Sponsor: The Paul and Oscar Giger Foundation Media Sponsor: COX ALL SEATS RESERVED: $40 (adults) $24 (students); Groups of 15 or more: $29 (adults) $18 (students) A legend in its own time, The Fantasticks is the longest running musical in history! This is a classic story of boy meets girl, divided by a wall of deceit and two incredulous fathers. Inspired by a plethora of classic tales, The Fantasticks blends simplistic whimsy with a charming and imaginative musical score that guarantees to captivate. This timeless classic will ignite your imagination, delight your senses and leave you completely fulfilled. Whether you’re revisiting this beloved musical or seeing it for the first time, it guarantees entertainment. Twilight (half-priced) tickets will be sold each performance day beginning at noon, cash or check only at the Box Office window. Seating is subject to availability. Mention you are a TAG member for a $10 discount; membership card must be shown when picking up your ticket.
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Twenty Years of Cabaret will open at Cabaret Theatre on 2/11/2012 and run until 2/12/2012. Directed by .
Twenty Years of Cabaret! Twenty years ago, four friends gathered to produce the Midwest premiere of a charming, off-Broadway musical called Closer Than Ever, a series of musical vignettes about the baby boomer generation. Starring Jerry Brabec, Camille Metoyer Moten, Rebecca Noble, and Paul Tranisi, the show ran for 11 weeks at the Regency Marriott, and Cabaret Theatre was born. Following the success of Closer Than Ever, in 1992 Cabaret Theatre introduced its first “girls” Christmas show, a tradition that has continued for most of the 20 years since. Beth Asbjörnson, Camille Metoyer Moten, Phyllis Noble, and Rebecca Noble have garnered an impressive reputation for sophisticated song stylings, an unmatched blend, and exceptional solo voices. Next came Thanks For The Memories featuring the music of WWII. Frank DeGeorge, Sue Perkins, Don Kalal, and Phyllis Noble traveled throughout the state of Nebraska and the Midwest, playing to standing room only crowds who enthusiastically rose to their feet at the conclusion of each performance. Jerry, Camille, Becky and Paul hit the road in 1995 with I Wish You Love, a revue featuring a wide range of songs from jazz standards to Broadway to the music of James Taylor and the Beatles. A new show, written in 2003, capitalized on the group’s love of vocal jazz and close, intricate harmonies. The Look of Love featured sophisticated 5-part harmonies by Keith Allerton, Beth Asbjörnson, Camille Metoyer Moten, Jerry Brabec, and Rebecca Noble. Since 1991, there have been 48 original musical revues, performances in 5 Midwestern states, and visits to 46 arts councils. The group has entertained at more than 300 events that include weddings, company parties, holiday celebrations, the Nebraska State Fair, the Nebraska Realtor’s Association, law firms, Nebraska Humane Society Galas, Aksarben Coronations, and the 50th anniversary of SAC. Twenty Years of Cabaret will be performed in the beautiful setting of Rick’s Café Boatyard, on Saturday, February 11 at 7:30 PM and Sunday, February 12 at 2:00 PM. The singers will be joined by three of their favorite pianists: Nancy Edwards, Jim Fritzler, and Mitch Fuller. Tickets are $20 for the show. Food and drink is available throughout the evening, but is not included in the ticket price. To make reservations, please call Liz at Rick’s Café Boatyard, 402-345-4545.
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Shows Opening This Week in Other Theatres

Lights, Camera, Murder! will open at >>> Other Notices <<< on 2/10/2012 and run until 2/10/2012. Directed by L. R. Nogg
_*LIGHTS, CAMERA, MURDER!*_ While shooting a movie on location, the director of a low-budget film is found dead in his condo. The suspects include his inebriated wife, the shady producer, the disgruntled writer, the ex-big-time action star, the fading B-movie queen and the beautiful young starlet. Was it murder... an accident... or just an incredible publicity stunt? CAST: Ron Chvala Erika Zedina Stephanie June Don Noel Diane Watson Mark Kocsis Written and directed by L. R. Nogg Date: Friday, February 10, 2012 Location: Rick's Cafe Boatyard Doors open at 5:00pm for cocktails and dinner. Show starts at 7:30pm Normal Show price $20. To get in at the TAG discount rate of $10, call to make your reservation on or after February 1 and mention you are a TAG member. Food and drink at menu prices. Call Rick's for reservations 402-345-4545
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