At the Theatre

Omaha Community Playhouse Performance Times, Tickets & Visitor Info

Plan your visit to the Omaha Community Playhouse with current performance schedules, theater information, ticket details, and patron services. View show times for the Hawks Mainstage Theatre and Howard Drew Theatre, and learn more about arriving, seating, subscriptions, and your theater experience.

Omaha Community Playhouse Performance Schedule & Show Times

Hawks Mainstage Theater
Wednesdays – Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.
Sundays at 2 p.m.

*Our production of A Christmas Carol has an extended performance schedule with the addition of Sunday evenings at 6:30 p.m.

Howard Drew Theatre:
Thursdays – Sundays at 7:30 p.m.
Sundays at 2 p.m.

Arrival and Theatre Entry Information

We recommend arriving 15 minutes before your performance begins to allow time for parking, ticket scanning, and seating.

For the Hawks Mainstage Theatre, ticket scanning may begin 45 minutes prior to the posted curtain times. However, theatre doors will open for seating 30 minutes prior to the posted curtain time.

Patrons who arrive late will be seated at the discretion of the OCP House Manager. Latecomers may not be seated in their assigned seats until Intermission.

Drinking Fountains

Drinking fountains are located in south lobby near the Box Office and outside of each restroom area.

Omaha Community Playhouse Gift Certificates

Give the gift of live theater in Omaha with gift certificates available in any denomination. Theatre makes a wonderful gift for friends, family, and colleagues. Gift certificates for Omaha Community Playhouse productions may be redeemed for single tickets or used towards a subscription. For more information, call the OCP Box Office at (402) 553-0800.

Lost and Found

Lost and found is located at the Box Office. Please see a House Manager during your visit to the theatre or our Box Office staff.

On-Site Emergencies

In the event of an emergency, please see a House Manager or a representative in the Box Office.

Off-Site Emergency Contact Information

When leaving contact information for a sitter, caregiver, or relative, please use the main number of our Box Office, (402) 553-0800. Be sure those at home have your seat number and the name under which your tickets are held so you can be more easily located at the theatre in the event of an emergency.

Omaha Community Playhouse Season Tickets & Subscription Packages

Subscribers enjoy savings, priority seating access, and exclusive benefits throughout the season. Subscription packages are available at various price points and can be purchased online or at the OCP Box Office. Subscribers receive amenities such as early access to seating assignments prior to the general public, savings, special discounts and more.

Frequently Asked Questions

What time should I arrive at Omaha Community Playhouse?
We recommend arriving at least 15 minutes before your scheduled performance.

When do doors open at Omaha Community Playhouse?
For Hawks Mainstage Theatre performances, ticket scanning begins approximately 45 minutes before curtain, and seating doors open 30 minutes before the performance.

Where can I buy Omaha Community Playhouse tickets?
Tickets and subscriptions are available through the OCP Box Office and online.

When I go to buy tickets online I am taken to Ticket Omaha. Does Ticket Omaha sell Omaha Community Playhouse tickets?

The Omaha Community Playhouse utilizes Ticket Omaha as our official online ticket retailer. When purchasing tickets through the OCP website, you’ll be directed to Ticket Omaha to select your performance and make your purchase.

Please be aware that various unauthorized ticket brokers may be promoting and selling Omaha Community Playhouse tickets for live theatre performances in Omaha. These brokers are not legitimate, nor are their ticket prices. To be guaranteed tickets and at ticket pricing set by the Omaha Community Playhouse, you must make your purchase through the OCP Box Office (by phone or in person) or Ticket Omaha if purchasing online.

How can I save money on Omaha Community Playhouse tickets?

The best way to save money on tickets for live theatre performances at the Omaha Community Playhouse is to purchase a Subscription for 3 or more shows. Season ticket packages offer a substantial discount vs. individual ticket prices. Subscriptions also offer flexibility because you can choose your favorite shows and create your own season. Subscriptions also offer great member benefits.

The other way to save money on tickets is to call or stop by the OCP Box Office. You’ll avoid additional online fees. Call our Box Office at (402) 553-0800 during official Box Office hours or stop by and see us at the theatre at 6915 Cass Street in Omaha, NE.