The Titanic – the greatest tragedy of all time. An unforgettable story about pride, hope, and ultimately its great downfall, the Titanic’s monumental voyage left a devastating mark on history. This collection of photos reflects on the rise and fall of this breathtaking and “unsinkable” ship, the Titanic. Experience this incredible journey in a new light, with Titanic: The Musical at the Omaha Community Playhouse, running May 30 through June 29. Don’t miss your chance to see this emotional story filled with memorable characters, enchanting music, and a tale for the ages.
Dive into the stories and memories that echo from the decks of Titanic. The new podcast, Titanic: Ship of Dreams, provides listeners with an experience like no other. From tales of the victims and testimonies of the survivors, this podcast puts you right on board alongside Titanic’s doomed passengers.
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101 Amazing Titanic Facts & Statistics
More about 2nd Officer Charles Lightoller
More about William Watson
Watson, at fourteen, was one of the youngest bellboys on the ship and was more likely the model for the Bellboy in the musical. Edward Harris was also a bellboy, but he was in his 20’s.
More about Isidor Strauss
More about Caroline Neville (Ada Maria Clarke)
Caroline Neville is mostly an invention of the authors of the musical, however, Ada Clarke and her husband Charles Valentine Clarke are possible inspirations for those two characters.
More about Kate Gilnagh
More about Catherine McGowan
In the musical, Kate McGowan survives the sinking, whereas the real Catherine McGowan was a victim of the Titanic. Kate Gilnagh is the actual inspiration for the character Kate McGowan in the musical production, even though Catherine McGowan was a real passenger as well.
More about Kate Murphey
In the musical, both Kate Muphey and Kate Mullins die in the Titanic disaster. In real life, they both survived.
More about Catherine Mullin
In the musical, a victim of the sinking, whereas the real Catherine Mullin survived.
More about Bandmaster Wallace Hartley
The DaMicos are an invention of the musical’s author as two on-board entertainers who teach a Ragtime Dance to the 1st Class Passengers. They could have been based off of Vernon and Irene Castle, who were prominent dancers at that time. More about Vernon and Irene Castle.
Stewardess Beecham is an invention of the author based on the 18 Stewardesses who were on the Titanic.
Stewardess Crawford is also an invention of the authors based on the 18 Stewardesses who were on the Titanic.
Stewardess Hutchinson is an invention of the authors based on the 18 Stewardesses on the Titanic.
In reality, Stewardesses never served in the First Class Dining Room – this was a decision of the director to add women to the dining staff.
A newsboy spotted selling the evening newspaper with the Titanic disaster on the front page.
This photo depicts the Bandmaster Hartley and his orchestra, who gallantly continued performing until the ship's final moments.
A 1st Class Cabin, displaying the elegance and grandeur of the Titanic's rooms.
The 1st class dining saloon, where every meal was a lavish event.
A 1st Class Passenger ticket aboard the Titanic.
The 1st Class Lounge offered passengers a quiet space to read, converse, and relax.
A look inside the 1st class suite, rivaling even the finest hotels of the time.
The first-class promenade offered stunning ocean views and a peaceful place for passengers to stroll and socialize.
The 2nd class cabins were modest yet comfortable.
The simple 3rd class cabins provided basic shelter for many immigrants and working-class passengers aboard the Titanic.
This cheerful common room was the heart of social life for many 3rd class passengers.
These tight and practical crew's quarters reflected the busy and often demanding life below deck.
The bellboys waiting in their uniforms before the doomed journey began.
The stewardesses were essential to the ship's daily operations.
The Café Parisien gave 1st class passengers a charming spot to relax and dine.
The Grand Staircase connected the 1st class passengers to the heart of Titanic.
These lifeboats were crucial in the tragic evacuation of the sinking ship.
The grave of Isidor and Ida Strauss, two 1st class passengers whose lives were lost in the disaster. They were last seen together, arm in arm, as the ship sank.