Clyde's Partnership & Panel Discussion | Aug. 26!

We’re excited to share some incredible partnerships and events that embody the true spirit of transformation and second chances, two themes that are highlighted by the first play of the season: CLYDE’S.

























By partnering with RISE, Fermented Felon Kombucha, and Anastasis Theatre Co. for the duration of the run, OCP hopes to facilitate a collaborative space for art and rehabilitation, breaking down barriers, and the celebration of resilience!

RISE's Mission: To break the generational cycles of incarceration. RISE's Vision: That all people find freedom from cycles of incarceration. Learn more: https://www.seeusrise.org/what-we-do/

Fermented Felon Kombucha: Since beginning production in 2020, Fermented Felon has had the opportunity to mentor several entrepreneurs through the Rise Business Academy, and has supported individuals that are awaiting release, helping them get better employment, fair housing, and reunite with their families. Learn more: https://www.fermentedfelon.com/our-story

Anastasis Theatre Co.: The Mission of the Anastasis Theatre Co. is to lift unheard voices in our community. Our plays bring together diverse groups to highlight the beauty of our differences and reveal the common thread of our humanity. Learn more: https://anastasistheatre.org/

JOIN US! On Aug. 26, as part of this partnership OCP will be hosting a post-show panel discussion in the Howard Drew Theatre at 9:15PM, following the performance. The panel will feature representatives from RISE, Anastasis Theatre Co. and CLYDE’S.

This event is FREE and open to the public. We hope to see you there!

OCP Welcomes Becky Noble!


OCP has selected Becky Noble as interim executive director. She will lead OCP as the organization conducts a local and national search to select the next permanent executive director.

Becky is a longtime Omaha singer/actress and has performed at OCP numerous times. She served in a leadership position as Visual and Performing Arts Curriculum Specialist for Omaha South High School for 13 years; she retired last year. She also served as executive director for the Dundee Dinner Theatre. In 2020, Noble received the Governor’s Arts Award for Excellence in Arts Education. “We believe that Becky’s knowledge of and passion for OCP and the Omaha theatre community coupled with her leadership experience make her an ideal candidate for this interim position,” said OCP Board President Camille Metoyer Moten.

 Please join us in welcoming Becky!

OCP'S 2022|2023 AWARDS NIGHT WINNERS!


Announcing the 22/23 winners! Thank you to everyone who made the 98th season possible!

FONDA MCGUIRE AWARD
for the most outstanding performances of the season

  • Thomas Gjere, School of Rock
  • TammyRa’, Pretty Fire

MARY PECKHAM AWARD
for a memorable performance in a feature role    

  • Zhomontee Watson | Dreamgirls (musical)
  • Paul T. Hanson | Little Shop of Horrors (musical)
  • Ryan Eberhart | The Legend of Georgia McBride (play)
  • Kerri Forrester | August Wilson’s Fences (play)

BARBARA FORD AWARD
for outstanding performance in a supporting role

  • Wayne Hudson II, RENT (musical)
  • DJ Tyree, RENT (musical)
  • Josh Peyton, Little Shop of Horrors (musical)
  • Dennis Collins, The Legend of Georgia McBride (play)
  • L. James Wright, August Wilson’s Fences (play)

ELAINE JABENIS CAMEO AWARD
for a memorable performance in a small role

  • Logan Graves., School of Rock (musical)
  • Xavier Carr, RENT (musical)

JIM EISENHARDT OUTSTANDING YOUTH AWARD
for the most outstanding performance by a youth in the season

  • Vivian Rase, School of Rock
  • Zidyn Burton, School of Rock

OUTSTANDING DEBUT YOUTH AWARD
for outstanding performance in a first appearance on an OCP Stage

  • Oakland Anderson, School of Rock
  • Thomas Rogers, School of Rock

BILL BAILEY DEBUT AWARD
for outstanding performance in a first appearance on an OCP Stage

  • Isa Gott, RENT (musical)
  • Karissa Denae Johnson, Dreamgirls (musical)
  • Ryan Figgins, The Legend of Georgia McBride (play)
  • Anthony Montegut, August Wilson’s Fences (play)

DICK BOYD AWARD
to recognize exceptional contribution to the stage

  • Cullen Wiley
  • Tabor Cross

CHARLES JONES AWARD
to recognize excellence in performance at the discretion of the artistic director

  • Jerry Longe, A Christmas Carol

TRUSTEES AWARD
In recognition of special distinguished service to the Omaha Community Playhouse

  • Lindsay Lundholm

DEE AND ED OWEN AWARD
for corporations, foundations and individuals whose partnership and contribution have nurtured and sustained ongoing development of the Playhouse

  • Security National Bank

BACKSTAGE AND COSTUME VALUABLE SERVICE AWARD

  • Emma Aldrich
  • Ashley Clem
  • Emma Evans
  • Elizabeth Greer
  • Megan Grisinger
  • Karen Hector
  • Jack Lammers
  • Angela Leuschen
  • Madeline McCrae
  • Mike Neeson
  • Nora Roberson
  • Kevin Study
  • Roger Downer
  • Shelby Cervantes-Sheard
  • Bethany Siedenburg
  • Cecily Zdan
  • Sam Girouex
  • Jo Jensen
  • Katelyn Means 

STAGE MANAGER RECOGNITION

  • Melissa Linn, Georgia McBride
  • Jeanne Shelton, A Christmas Carol
  • Maggie Carolus, Sister's Christmas Catechism
  • Andrea Haney, Fences
  • Jeanne Shelton, Rent
  • Steve Priesman, Dreamgirls
  • Alex Konczey, Little Shop of Horrors
  • Andrea Haney, Pretty Fire
  • Jeanne Shelton, Respect
  • Page Amick, The Cake
  • Steve Priesman, School of Rock