OMAHA, NEB., (February 26, 2025) – A unique theater experience weaving imaginative storytelling, shadow puppetry, and indie folk music takes the stage at the Omaha Community Playhouse. “The Old Man and the Old Moon” runs March 7-30, with performances Wednesdays – Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; and Sundays at 2 p.m. in the Hawks Mainstage Theatre.
Directed by Susan Baer Collins, “The Old Man and the Old Moon“ is an epic tale featuring actors playing instruments and a thrilling story that takes the lead character on a fantastical journey.
The story follows The Old Man who has taken care of The Old Moon for as long as he can remember by climbing a ladder each night to refill its light. When a mysterious melody beckons away his wife, he’s torn between the familiarity of duty and routine and the allure of love and adventure. With music evoking memories, the Old Man abandons the moon and embarks on a quest over land, sea, and sky, to bring back his wife.
Indie-folk music and highly creative storytelling transforms this tall tale into a thrilling theatrical event like no other. This original musical folktale, written by the critically acclaimed PigPen Theatre Co., speaks to the child in all of us and reminds us of the unwavering power of love and the most formidable obstacle of all—change.
Tickets are on sale now starting at $25 for adults. Group pricing is available. Tickets may be purchased at the OCP Box Office, located at 6915 Cass Street, by phone at (402) 553-0800 or online at OmahaPlayhouse.com.
AUDIO-DESCRIBED PERFORMANCE:
OCP will host an audio-described performances of The Old Man and The Old Moon on Saturday, March 22 at 7:30 p.m. for those who are blind or visually impaired. Patrons may contact the OCP Box Office at (402) 553-0800 for additional information
PRODUCTION INFORMATION:
Production: The Old Man and The Old Moon
Production Dates: March 7 – 30, 2025
Theatre: Hawks Mainstage Theatre
Show Times: Wednesdays – Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; Sundays at 2 p.m.
Tickets: Adult tickets: Starting at $25 (group pricing available)
Ticket prices vary by performance and seating zone.
Tickets may be purchased online at OmahaPlayhouse.com, by phone at (402) 553-0800, or in person at the Omaha Community Playhouse Box Office located at 6915 Cass Street, Omaha, NE 68132.
Ticket Omaha is the only official online retailer for OCP tickets. Patrons should avoid purchasing tickets from third-party ticket resale websites.
Book, Music, Lyrics: PigPen Theatre Co.
Director: Susan Baer Collins
Featuring: Kevin Olsen as Old Man, Ethan Dragon, Kevin Ehrhart, Greta Hegarty, Julie Huff, Seth Maisel, Kathy Wheeldon, Nathan Wilson, Alix Young, Alexs Zaleski, and onstage musicians Jim Boggess, Colin Duckworth, and Vince Krysl
Sponsors: Presenting Sponsor: Fran and Rich Juro
Hawks Mainstage Series Sponsor: Immanuel Communities
Media Sponsor: KVNO
Location: Omaha Community Playhouse
6915 Cass Street
Omaha, NE 68132
Contact: For more information, contact Mary Carrick, Director of Marketing and Public Relations at mcarrick@omahaplayhouse.com or (402) 661-8505.
The Omaha Community Playhouse is supported in part by the Nebraska Arts Council, the Nebraska Cultural Endowment and the Douglas County Board of Commissioners. Established in 1924, the Omaha Community Playhouse is the largest community theatre in the United States based on memberships sold and facility size, among other factors. The organization is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.