Omaha Upcoming Events

Arts & Entertainment

  • Author Farrukh Baig
  • Published July 18, 2010
  • Word count 357

The Nebraska state of America contains the largest city Omaha and is the administrative center of Douglas Country. Omaha located near Missouri River, and 30km away from the Platte River. Omaha present in the Midwestern region of United State of America. Omaha is the anchor of the Omaha-council Bluffs metropolitan area, comprising the cities of Omaha, Nebraska, Council Bluffs, lowa and surrounding areas. In 2008 the estimated population of Omaha is 438,646, which making it the 40th largest city.

Omaha founded along the Missouri River, Due to central location Omaha becomes the national transportation hub in 19 century. So transportation becomes the important sector of city, along with its railroads. The Omaha stockyards are the world’s largest meatpacking plants. Omaha has led to a number of historic structures and districts being designated Omaha Landmarks. These are listed in National Register of Historic Places. Omaha got a verity of performance venues, museums, and musical heritage, including the jazz scene, the modern and influential "Omaha Sound." Some upcoming events of Omaha’s are:

Event: Beauty & The Beast

Venue: Orpheum Theater Omaha NE

Starting Date/Time: Tuesday, 6/22/2010, 7:30pm

Orpheum Theater is a wonderful place for events, which was built in 1927. Renovation of this facility was done in 1970s. The Design and architecture of this historic theater is breathtaking. Sitting in the 'Lodge' area of the theater provides a great view of the entire stage. The staffs are very friendly and the facilities kept clean. The Phantom of the Opera, Hairspray, the Nutcracker, and RENT, all of which were fantastic and displayed in a fantastic setting!

Event: College World Series

Venue: Rosenblatt Stadium Omaha NE

Starting Date/Time: Saturday, 6/19/2010, 1:00pm

The stadium is best known for College World Series, but is also a fine facility of minor League. Rosenblatt Stadium is the home of Omaha Royal. Stadium opened in 1948, and two years later, attracted the NCAA College World Series. Rosenblatt Stadium has won the hearts of those who have attended the College World Series. Despite the stadium expansions, it is still an excellent place to see games. Majority of the seats are under cover as well as many seats out in the open.

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