Performing Arts Collective at The Union for Contemporary Art
2423 North 24th Street
Omaha, Nebraska 68110
(402) 933-3161
denise@u-ca.org
http://www.u-ca.org/pac/
The Performing Arts Collective (PAC) is dedicated to the development and continued support of professional theater artists, youth programming that uses theatre and performance to teach life skills, and professional thought provoking productions that are relevant to the community and reflect more authentic and diverse narratives about African American experiences.
PAC is made up of three main components that complement, extend, and align with The Union’s commitment to supporting the creative culture of our community. Program components include:
• Professional Theatre Ensemble: Building a professional theatre company dedicated to exploring the diversity of the African American experience in contemporary theater and providing a central space for artists of color to work on their craft, be supported in their endeavors, and support positive change within the North Omaha community.
• New Voices Youth Program: The youth education wing of PAC, dedicated to instilling hope and helping young people see past their circumstances, own their voice, and envision something greater for their future. The New Voices Youth Program extends The Union’s commitment to provide free cultural programs for children living in North Omaha to include theater and performing arts education.
• Black Artist Roundtable (BAR): Regularly scheduled interdisciplinary artist conversations focusing on the complexities of what it means to be an artist of color in Nebraska. Providing professional development and social networking opportunities to build a stronger sense of community, BAR will also act as a clearinghouse for PAC’s community engagement efforts and social practice.
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Event Details
The Union for Contemporary Art’s Performing Arts Collective (PAC) presents The Blues of Knowing Why SHOWTIMES May 31 - June 16 Thursdays–Saturdays at 7 p.m.; Sunday matinees at 4 p.m. Seating begins 20 minutes prior
Event Details
The Union for Contemporary Art’s Performing Arts Collective (PAC) presents
The Blues of Knowing Why
SHOWTIMES
May 31 – June 16
Thursdays–Saturdays at 7 p.m.; Sunday matinees at 4 p.m.
Seating begins 20 minutes prior to showtime
All Shows are Free and open to the Public
Please register tickets here
SYNOPSIS
The Union for Contemporary Art’s Performing Arts Program continues its partnership with the Great Plains Theatre Conference, presenting Christopher Maly’s original play The Blues of Knowing Why. Opening on May 31, this griping historical drama, directed by Denise Chapman and set in North Omaha, commemorates the 50th anniversary of a tragic moment which impacted a community for years.
On June 26th, 1969, 14-year-old Vivian Strong was killed by an Omaha Police officer. Her death divided a community and created a fracture that has never been resolved. In The Blues of Knowing Why, Maly conducted interviews with friends and family of Vivian Strong, members of the media, and members of social resistance organizations to provide a community’s account of Vivian’s short life and the timeless magnitude of her death.
This production of The Blues of Knowing Why has been made possible through our partnership with the Great Plains Theatre Conference. As with all of this year’s PlayFest performances, all shows are free and open to the public.
**Please enter through the doors on the northwest corner of The Union for refreshments before the performance.
**Due to the intimate size of The Union’s theater, and out of respect to both the actors and other theatre patrons, ticket-holders must be in their seat promptly at the showtime listed. No late seating will be allowed.
Time
(Friday) 7:00 pm CST
Location
Performing Arts Collective at the Union for Contemporary Art
2423 North 24th Street Omaha, NE 68110
june
Event Details
The Union for Contemporary Art’s Performing Arts Collective (PAC) presents The Blues of Knowing Why SHOWTIMES May 31 - June 16 Thursdays–Saturdays at 7 p.m.; Sunday matinees at 4 p.m. Seating begins 20 minutes prior
Event Details
The Union for Contemporary Art’s Performing Arts Collective (PAC) presents
The Blues of Knowing Why
SHOWTIMES
May 31 – June 16
Thursdays–Saturdays at 7 p.m.; Sunday matinees at 4 p.m.
Seating begins 20 minutes prior to showtime
All Shows are Free and open to the Public
Please register tickets here
SYNOPSIS
The Union for Contemporary Art’s Performing Arts Program continues its partnership with the Great Plains Theatre Conference, presenting Christopher Maly’s original play The Blues of Knowing Why. Opening on May 31, this griping historical drama, directed by Denise Chapman and set in North Omaha, commemorates the 50th anniversary of a tragic moment which impacted a community for years.
On June 26th, 1969, 14-year-old Vivian Strong was killed by an Omaha Police officer. Her death divided a community and created a fracture that has never been resolved. In The Blues of Knowing Why, Maly conducted interviews with friends and family of Vivian Strong, members of the media, and members of social resistance organizations to provide a community’s account of Vivian’s short life and the timeless magnitude of her death.
This production of The Blues of Knowing Why has been made possible through our partnership with the Great Plains Theatre Conference. As with all of this year’s PlayFest performances, all shows are free and open to the public.
**Please enter through the doors on the northwest corner of The Union for refreshments before the performance.
**Due to the intimate size of The Union’s theater, and out of respect to both the actors and other theatre patrons, ticket-holders must be in their seat promptly at the showtime listed. No late seating will be allowed.
Time
(Sunday) 4:00 pm CST
Location
Performing Arts Collective at the Union for Contemporary Art
2423 North 24th Street Omaha, NE 68110
Event Details
The Union for Contemporary Art’s Performing Arts Collective (PAC) presents The Blues of Knowing Why SHOWTIMES May 31 - June 16 Thursdays–Saturdays at 7 p.m.; Sunday matinees at 4 p.m. Seating begins 20 minutes prior
Event Details
The Union for Contemporary Art’s Performing Arts Collective (PAC) presents
The Blues of Knowing Why
SHOWTIMES
May 31 – June 16
Thursdays–Saturdays at 7 p.m.; Sunday matinees at 4 p.m.
Seating begins 20 minutes prior to showtime
All Shows are Free and open to the Public
Please register tickets here
SYNOPSIS
The Union for Contemporary Art’s Performing Arts Program continues its partnership with the Great Plains Theatre Conference, presenting Christopher Maly’s original play The Blues of Knowing Why. Opening on May 31, this griping historical drama, directed by Denise Chapman and set in North Omaha, commemorates the 50th anniversary of a tragic moment which impacted a community for years.
On June 26th, 1969, 14-year-old Vivian Strong was killed by an Omaha Police officer. Her death divided a community and created a fracture that has never been resolved. In The Blues of Knowing Why, Maly conducted interviews with friends and family of Vivian Strong, members of the media, and members of social resistance organizations to provide a community’s account of Vivian’s short life and the timeless magnitude of her death.
This production of The Blues of Knowing Why has been made possible through our partnership with the Great Plains Theatre Conference. As with all of this year’s PlayFest performances, all shows are free and open to the public.
**Please enter through the doors on the northwest corner of The Union for refreshments before the performance.
**Due to the intimate size of The Union’s theater, and out of respect to both the actors and other theatre patrons, ticket-holders must be in their seat promptly at the showtime listed. No late seating will be allowed.
Time
(Friday) 7:00 pm CST
Location
Performing Arts Collective at the Union for Contemporary Art
2423 North 24th Street Omaha, NE 68110
Event Details
The Union for Contemporary Art’s Performing Arts Collective (PAC) presents The Blues of Knowing Why SHOWTIMES May 31 - June 16 Thursdays–Saturdays at 7 p.m.; Sunday matinees at 4 p.m. Seating begins 20 minutes prior
Event Details
The Union for Contemporary Art’s Performing Arts Collective (PAC) presents
The Blues of Knowing Why
SHOWTIMES
May 31 – June 16
Thursdays–Saturdays at 7 p.m.; Sunday matinees at 4 p.m.
Seating begins 20 minutes prior to showtime
All Shows are Free and open to the Public
Please register tickets here
SYNOPSIS
The Union for Contemporary Art’s Performing Arts Program continues its partnership with the Great Plains Theatre Conference, presenting Christopher Maly’s original play The Blues of Knowing Why. Opening on May 31, this griping historical drama, directed by Denise Chapman and set in North Omaha, commemorates the 50th anniversary of a tragic moment which impacted a community for years.
On June 26th, 1969, 14-year-old Vivian Strong was killed by an Omaha Police officer. Her death divided a community and created a fracture that has never been resolved. In The Blues of Knowing Why, Maly conducted interviews with friends and family of Vivian Strong, members of the media, and members of social resistance organizations to provide a community’s account of Vivian’s short life and the timeless magnitude of her death.
This production of The Blues of Knowing Why has been made possible through our partnership with the Great Plains Theatre Conference. As with all of this year’s PlayFest performances, all shows are free and open to the public.
**Please enter through the doors on the northwest corner of The Union for refreshments before the performance.
**Due to the intimate size of The Union’s theater, and out of respect to both the actors and other theatre patrons, ticket-holders must be in their seat promptly at the showtime listed. No late seating will be allowed.
Time
(Saturday) 7:00 pm CST
Location
Performing Arts Collective at the Union for Contemporary Art
2423 North 24th Street Omaha, NE 68110
Event Details
The Union for Contemporary Art’s Performing Arts Collective (PAC) presents The Blues of Knowing Why SHOWTIMES May 31 - June 16 Thursdays–Saturdays at 7 p.m.; Sunday matinees at 4 p.m. Seating begins 20 minutes prior
Event Details
The Union for Contemporary Art’s Performing Arts Collective (PAC) presents
The Blues of Knowing Why
SHOWTIMES
May 31 – June 16
Thursdays–Saturdays at 7 p.m.; Sunday matinees at 4 p.m.
Seating begins 20 minutes prior to showtime
All Shows are Free and open to the Public
Please register tickets here
SYNOPSIS
The Union for Contemporary Art’s Performing Arts Program continues its partnership with the Great Plains Theatre Conference, presenting Christopher Maly’s original play The Blues of Knowing Why. Opening on May 31, this griping historical drama, directed by Denise Chapman and set in North Omaha, commemorates the 50th anniversary of a tragic moment which impacted a community for years.
On June 26th, 1969, 14-year-old Vivian Strong was killed by an Omaha Police officer. Her death divided a community and created a fracture that has never been resolved. In The Blues of Knowing Why, Maly conducted interviews with friends and family of Vivian Strong, members of the media, and members of social resistance organizations to provide a community’s account of Vivian’s short life and the timeless magnitude of her death.
This production of The Blues of Knowing Why has been made possible through our partnership with the Great Plains Theatre Conference. As with all of this year’s PlayFest performances, all shows are free and open to the public.
**Please enter through the doors on the northwest corner of The Union for refreshments before the performance.
**Due to the intimate size of The Union’s theater, and out of respect to both the actors and other theatre patrons, ticket-holders must be in their seat promptly at the showtime listed. No late seating will be allowed.
Time
(Sunday) 4:00 pm CST
Location
Performing Arts Collective at the Union for Contemporary Art
2423 North 24th Street Omaha, NE 68110
Event Details
The Union for Contemporary Art’s Performing Arts Collective (PAC) presents The Blues of Knowing Why SHOWTIMES May 31 - June 16 Thursdays–Saturdays at 7 p.m.; Sunday matinees at 4 p.m. Seating begins 20 minutes prior
Event Details
The Union for Contemporary Art’s Performing Arts Collective (PAC) presents
The Blues of Knowing Why
SHOWTIMES
May 31 – June 16
Thursdays–Saturdays at 7 p.m.; Sunday matinees at 4 p.m.
Seating begins 20 minutes prior to showtime
All Shows are Free and open to the Public
Please register tickets here
SYNOPSIS
The Union for Contemporary Art’s Performing Arts Program continues its partnership with the Great Plains Theatre Conference, presenting Christopher Maly’s original play The Blues of Knowing Why. Opening on May 31, this griping historical drama, directed by Denise Chapman and set in North Omaha, commemorates the 50th anniversary of a tragic moment which impacted a community for years.
On June 26th, 1969, 14-year-old Vivian Strong was killed by an Omaha Police officer. Her death divided a community and created a fracture that has never been resolved. In The Blues of Knowing Why, Maly conducted interviews with friends and family of Vivian Strong, members of the media, and members of social resistance organizations to provide a community’s account of Vivian’s short life and the timeless magnitude of her death.
This production of The Blues of Knowing Why has been made possible through our partnership with the Great Plains Theatre Conference. As with all of this year’s PlayFest performances, all shows are free and open to the public.
**Please enter through the doors on the northwest corner of The Union for refreshments before the performance.
**Due to the intimate size of The Union’s theater, and out of respect to both the actors and other theatre patrons, ticket-holders must be in their seat promptly at the showtime listed. No late seating will be allowed.
Time
(Thursday) 7:00 pm CST
Location
Performing Arts Collective at the Union for Contemporary Art
2423 North 24th Street Omaha, NE 68110
Event Details
The Union for Contemporary Art’s Performing Arts Collective (PAC) presents The Blues of Knowing Why SHOWTIMES May 31 - June 16 Thursdays–Saturdays at 7 p.m.; Sunday matinees at 4 p.m. Seating begins 20 minutes prior
Event Details
The Union for Contemporary Art’s Performing Arts Collective (PAC) presents
The Blues of Knowing Why
SHOWTIMES
May 31 – June 16
Thursdays–Saturdays at 7 p.m.; Sunday matinees at 4 p.m.
Seating begins 20 minutes prior to showtime
All Shows are Free and open to the Public
Please register tickets here
SYNOPSIS
The Union for Contemporary Art’s Performing Arts Program continues its partnership with the Great Plains Theatre Conference, presenting Christopher Maly’s original play The Blues of Knowing Why. Opening on May 31, this griping historical drama, directed by Denise Chapman and set in North Omaha, commemorates the 50th anniversary of a tragic moment which impacted a community for years.
On June 26th, 1969, 14-year-old Vivian Strong was killed by an Omaha Police officer. Her death divided a community and created a fracture that has never been resolved. In The Blues of Knowing Why, Maly conducted interviews with friends and family of Vivian Strong, members of the media, and members of social resistance organizations to provide a community’s account of Vivian’s short life and the timeless magnitude of her death.
This production of The Blues of Knowing Why has been made possible through our partnership with the Great Plains Theatre Conference. As with all of this year’s PlayFest performances, all shows are free and open to the public.
**Please enter through the doors on the northwest corner of The Union for refreshments before the performance.
**Due to the intimate size of The Union’s theater, and out of respect to both the actors and other theatre patrons, ticket-holders must be in their seat promptly at the showtime listed. No late seating will be allowed.
Time
(Friday) 7:00 pm CST
Location
Performing Arts Collective at the Union for Contemporary Art
2423 North 24th Street Omaha, NE 68110
Event Details
The Union for Contemporary Art’s Performing Arts Collective (PAC) presents The Blues of Knowing Why SHOWTIMES May 31 - June 16 Thursdays–Saturdays at 7 p.m.; Sunday matinees at 4 p.m. Seating begins 20 minutes prior
Event Details
The Union for Contemporary Art’s Performing Arts Collective (PAC) presents
The Blues of Knowing Why
SHOWTIMES
May 31 – June 16
Thursdays–Saturdays at 7 p.m.; Sunday matinees at 4 p.m.
Seating begins 20 minutes prior to showtime
All Shows are Free and open to the Public
Please register tickets here
SYNOPSIS
The Union for Contemporary Art’s Performing Arts Program continues its partnership with the Great Plains Theatre Conference, presenting Christopher Maly’s original play The Blues of Knowing Why. Opening on May 31, this griping historical drama, directed by Denise Chapman and set in North Omaha, commemorates the 50th anniversary of a tragic moment which impacted a community for years.
On June 26th, 1969, 14-year-old Vivian Strong was killed by an Omaha Police officer. Her death divided a community and created a fracture that has never been resolved. In The Blues of Knowing Why, Maly conducted interviews with friends and family of Vivian Strong, members of the media, and members of social resistance organizations to provide a community’s account of Vivian’s short life and the timeless magnitude of her death.
This production of The Blues of Knowing Why has been made possible through our partnership with the Great Plains Theatre Conference. As with all of this year’s PlayFest performances, all shows are free and open to the public.
**Please enter through the doors on the northwest corner of The Union for refreshments before the performance.
**Due to the intimate size of The Union’s theater, and out of respect to both the actors and other theatre patrons, ticket-holders must be in their seat promptly at the showtime listed. No late seating will be allowed.
Time
(Saturday) 7:00 pm CST
Location
Performing Arts Collective at the Union for Contemporary Art
2423 North 24th Street Omaha, NE 68110
Event Details
The Union for Contemporary Art’s Performing Arts Collective (PAC) presents The Blues of Knowing Why SHOWTIMES May 31 - June 16 Thursdays–Saturdays at 7 p.m.; Sunday matinees at 4 p.m. Seating begins 20 minutes prior
Event Details
The Union for Contemporary Art’s Performing Arts Collective (PAC) presents
The Blues of Knowing Why
SHOWTIMES
May 31 – June 16
Thursdays–Saturdays at 7 p.m.; Sunday matinees at 4 p.m.
Seating begins 20 minutes prior to showtime
All Shows are Free and open to the Public
Please register tickets here
SYNOPSIS
The Union for Contemporary Art’s Performing Arts Program continues its partnership with the Great Plains Theatre Conference, presenting Christopher Maly’s original play The Blues of Knowing Why. Opening on May 31, this griping historical drama, directed by Denise Chapman and set in North Omaha, commemorates the 50th anniversary of a tragic moment which impacted a community for years.
On June 26th, 1969, 14-year-old Vivian Strong was killed by an Omaha Police officer. Her death divided a community and created a fracture that has never been resolved. In The Blues of Knowing Why, Maly conducted interviews with friends and family of Vivian Strong, members of the media, and members of social resistance organizations to provide a community’s account of Vivian’s short life and the timeless magnitude of her death.
This production of The Blues of Knowing Why has been made possible through our partnership with the Great Plains Theatre Conference. As with all of this year’s PlayFest performances, all shows are free and open to the public.
**Please enter through the doors on the northwest corner of The Union for refreshments before the performance.
**Due to the intimate size of The Union’s theater, and out of respect to both the actors and other theatre patrons, ticket-holders must be in their seat promptly at the showtime listed. No late seating will be allowed.
Time
(Sunday) 4:00 pm CST
Location
Performing Arts Collective at the Union for Contemporary Art
2423 North 24th Street Omaha, NE 68110