Crane River Theater is established around the belief that lifting up the arts will only help in creating richer and more vibrant communities. Our mission is to serve the community of Kearney and surrounding areas as a professional theater company providing a home for the presentation, education, and promotion of the arts. Crane River Theater is proud to collaborate with countless organizations in our area to host an array of special events each year, thereby exposing many new people to the joy of the arts. Stay informed of all upcoming productions, programs and events by following us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
Give Where You Live
Give Where You Live is a special fundraising event that will unite donors from all over to support nonprofits in the Kearney area and improve our quality of life. It is a community effort led by the Kearney Area Community Foundation that allows organizations like Crane River Theater to continually grow and find new donors.
This year’s day of giving will take place on Thursday, December 5th. Please consider a donation to support live theater and arts education in Kearney! ou can find more information HERE.
Family Fun Fest
Thank you to everyone who attended Family Fun Fest in 2024!
It’s a day of free family fun, filled with music, art, theater, dance, culture, and more! Kids can step into a giant bubble, run the obstacle course, meet Disney Princesses, take part in a Shinja, Zumba or Yoga workshop, step inside a fire truck, create balloon animals, jump in the bounce houses, and visit all of our interactive stations. Families can also enjoy special live performances featuring Edgerton Explorit Center, Garan Coons – Native American Dancer, and more!
Kearney Cultural Partners is a coalition of more than twenty non-profit organizations dedicated to educating and promoting arts and culture in our area. Members include The Archway, Audubon’s Rowe Sanctuary, Trails and Rails Museum, Kearney Park and Recreation, Classic Car Collection, Crane River Theater, Downtown Kearney, G.W. Frank Museum of History and Culture, Kearney Area Arts Council, Kearney Area Children’s Museum, Kearney Artist Guild, Kearney Community Theatre, Kearney Concert Association, Kearney Creates, Kearney Family YMCA, Kearney Public Library, Kearney Symphony Orchestra, Merryman Performing Arts Center, Museum of Nebraska Art, Nebraska Firefighters Museum, Prairie Art Brothers, UNK Music, Theatre & Dance, UNK Art & Design, and the World Theatre.
I Spy… Arts and Culture in Kearney!
Visit locations. Spy clues. Solve the phrase. Enter to win prizes!
Take a tour around Kearney, SPY clues, and solve the mystery phrase! Visit participating locations and spy the letter in their window (you will not have to go inside locations). Match the letter to the corresponding logo to solve the phrase. Stay tuned for upcoming dates for this event.
april 2025
22apr7:00 pm9:30 pmEscape to Margaritaville7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Merryman Performing Arts Center
Event Details
Book by Greg Garcia & Mike O’Malley Music & Lyrics by Jimmy Buffett Merryman Performing Arts Center 225 West 22nd Street • Kearney, Nebraska April 22-26 • 7 pm April 26 &
Event Details
Book by Greg Garcia & Mike O’Malley
Music & Lyrics by Jimmy Buffett
Merryman Performing Arts Center
225 West 22nd Street • Kearney, Nebraska
April 22-26 • 7 pm
April 26 & 27 • 2 pm
Adults $25, $35, $45
Students $15, $25, $35
Tickets available online or by calling 308-627-5796.
Season Ticket Holders can reserve beginning March 4.
General Public Tickets available March 11.
Kick off your flip flops and set your clock to island time in this tropical paradise where love and laughter are the keys to life! We’re going to Margaritaville! Leading our visit is Tully, a part-time bartender, part-time singer, and full-time charmer who thinks he’s got life all figured out, until a beautiful career-minded tourist steals his heart and makes him question everything. This hilarious, heartwarming musical comedy features your most-loved Jimmy Buffett classics, including “Cheeseburger in Paradise”, “Margaritaville”, “It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere”, “Fins”, “Volcano”, and many more! This is the party you’ve been waiting for!
Time
(Tuesday) 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Location
Merryman Performing Arts Center
23apr7:00 pm9:30 pmEscape to Margaritaville7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Merryman Performing Arts Center
Event Details
Book by Greg Garcia & Mike O’Malley Music & Lyrics by Jimmy Buffett Merryman Performing Arts Center 225 West 22nd Street • Kearney, Nebraska April 22-26 • 7 pm April 26 &
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Book by Greg Garcia & Mike O’Malley
Music & Lyrics by Jimmy Buffett
Merryman Performing Arts Center
225 West 22nd Street • Kearney, Nebraska
April 22-26 • 7 pm
April 26 & 27 • 2 pm
Adults $25, $35, $45
Students $15, $25, $35
Tickets available online or by calling 308-627-5796.
Season Ticket Holders can reserve beginning March 4.
General Public Tickets available March 11.
Kick off your flip flops and set your clock to island time in this tropical paradise where love and laughter are the keys to life! We’re going to Margaritaville! Leading our visit is Tully, a part-time bartender, part-time singer, and full-time charmer who thinks he’s got life all figured out, until a beautiful career-minded tourist steals his heart and makes him question everything. This hilarious, heartwarming musical comedy features your most-loved Jimmy Buffett classics, including “Cheeseburger in Paradise”, “Margaritaville”, “It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere”, “Fins”, “Volcano”, and many more! This is the party you’ve been waiting for!
Time
(Wednesday) 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Location
Merryman Performing Arts Center
24apr7:00 pm9:30 pmEscape to Margaritaville7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Merryman Performing Arts Center
Event Details
Book by Greg Garcia & Mike O’Malley Music & Lyrics by Jimmy Buffett Merryman Performing Arts Center 225 West 22nd Street • Kearney, Nebraska April 22-26 • 7 pm April 26 &
Event Details
Book by Greg Garcia & Mike O’Malley
Music & Lyrics by Jimmy Buffett
Merryman Performing Arts Center
225 West 22nd Street • Kearney, Nebraska
April 22-26 • 7 pm
April 26 & 27 • 2 pm
Adults $25, $35, $45
Students $15, $25, $35
Tickets available online or by calling 308-627-5796.
Season Ticket Holders can reserve beginning March 4.
General Public Tickets available March 11.
Kick off your flip flops and set your clock to island time in this tropical paradise where love and laughter are the keys to life! We’re going to Margaritaville! Leading our visit is Tully, a part-time bartender, part-time singer, and full-time charmer who thinks he’s got life all figured out, until a beautiful career-minded tourist steals his heart and makes him question everything. This hilarious, heartwarming musical comedy features your most-loved Jimmy Buffett classics, including “Cheeseburger in Paradise”, “Margaritaville”, “It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere”, “Fins”, “Volcano”, and many more! This is the party you’ve been waiting for!
Time
(Thursday) 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Location
Merryman Performing Arts Center
25apr7:00 pm9:30 pmEscape to Margaritaville7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Merryman Performing Arts Center
Event Details
Book by Greg Garcia & Mike O’Malley Music & Lyrics by Jimmy Buffett Merryman Performing Arts Center 225 West 22nd Street • Kearney, Nebraska April 22-26 • 7 pm April 26 &
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Book by Greg Garcia & Mike O’Malley
Music & Lyrics by Jimmy Buffett
Merryman Performing Arts Center
225 West 22nd Street • Kearney, Nebraska
April 22-26 • 7 pm
April 26 & 27 • 2 pm
Adults $25, $35, $45
Students $15, $25, $35
Tickets available online or by calling 308-627-5796.
Season Ticket Holders can reserve beginning March 4.
General Public Tickets available March 11.
Kick off your flip flops and set your clock to island time in this tropical paradise where love and laughter are the keys to life! We’re going to Margaritaville! Leading our visit is Tully, a part-time bartender, part-time singer, and full-time charmer who thinks he’s got life all figured out, until a beautiful career-minded tourist steals his heart and makes him question everything. This hilarious, heartwarming musical comedy features your most-loved Jimmy Buffett classics, including “Cheeseburger in Paradise”, “Margaritaville”, “It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere”, “Fins”, “Volcano”, and many more! This is the party you’ve been waiting for!
Time
(Friday) 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Location
Merryman Performing Arts Center
26apr2:00 pm4:30 pmEscape to Margaritaville2:00 pm - 4:30 pm Merryman Performing Arts Center
Event Details
Book by Greg Garcia & Mike O’Malley Music & Lyrics by Jimmy Buffett Merryman Performing Arts Center 225 West 22nd Street • Kearney, Nebraska April 22-26 • 7 pm April 26 &
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Book by Greg Garcia & Mike O’Malley
Music & Lyrics by Jimmy Buffett
Merryman Performing Arts Center
225 West 22nd Street • Kearney, Nebraska
April 22-26 • 7 pm
April 26 & 27 • 2 pm
Adults $25, $35, $45
Students $15, $25, $35
Tickets available online or by calling 308-627-5796.
Season Ticket Holders can reserve beginning March 4.
General Public Tickets available March 11.
Kick off your flip flops and set your clock to island time in this tropical paradise where love and laughter are the keys to life! We’re going to Margaritaville! Leading our visit is Tully, a part-time bartender, part-time singer, and full-time charmer who thinks he’s got life all figured out, until a beautiful career-minded tourist steals his heart and makes him question everything. This hilarious, heartwarming musical comedy features your most-loved Jimmy Buffett classics, including “Cheeseburger in Paradise”, “Margaritaville”, “It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere”, “Fins”, “Volcano”, and many more! This is the party you’ve been waiting for!
Time
(Saturday) 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Location
Merryman Performing Arts Center
26apr7:00 pm9:30 pmEscape to Margaritaville7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Merryman Performing Arts Center
Event Details
Book by Greg Garcia & Mike O’Malley Music & Lyrics by Jimmy Buffett Merryman Performing Arts Center 225 West 22nd Street • Kearney, Nebraska April 22-26 • 7 pm April 26 &
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Book by Greg Garcia & Mike O’Malley
Music & Lyrics by Jimmy Buffett
Merryman Performing Arts Center
225 West 22nd Street • Kearney, Nebraska
April 22-26 • 7 pm
April 26 & 27 • 2 pm
Adults $25, $35, $45
Students $15, $25, $35
Tickets available online or by calling 308-627-5796.
Season Ticket Holders can reserve beginning March 4.
General Public Tickets available March 11.
Kick off your flip flops and set your clock to island time in this tropical paradise where love and laughter are the keys to life! We’re going to Margaritaville! Leading our visit is Tully, a part-time bartender, part-time singer, and full-time charmer who thinks he’s got life all figured out, until a beautiful career-minded tourist steals his heart and makes him question everything. This hilarious, heartwarming musical comedy features your most-loved Jimmy Buffett classics, including “Cheeseburger in Paradise”, “Margaritaville”, “It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere”, “Fins”, “Volcano”, and many more! This is the party you’ve been waiting for!
Time
(Saturday) 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Location
Merryman Performing Arts Center
27apr2:00 pm4:30 pmEscape to Margaritaville2:00 pm - 4:30 pm Merryman Performing Arts Center
Event Details
Book by Greg Garcia & Mike O’Malley Music & Lyrics by Jimmy Buffett Merryman Performing Arts Center 225 West 22nd Street • Kearney, Nebraska April 22-26 • 7 pm April 26 &
Event Details
Book by Greg Garcia & Mike O’Malley
Music & Lyrics by Jimmy Buffett
Merryman Performing Arts Center
225 West 22nd Street • Kearney, Nebraska
April 22-26 • 7 pm
April 26 & 27 • 2 pm
Adults $25, $35, $45
Students $15, $25, $35
Tickets available online or by calling 308-627-5796.
Season Ticket Holders can reserve beginning March 4.
General Public Tickets available March 11.
Kick off your flip flops and set your clock to island time in this tropical paradise where love and laughter are the keys to life! We’re going to Margaritaville! Leading our visit is Tully, a part-time bartender, part-time singer, and full-time charmer who thinks he’s got life all figured out, until a beautiful career-minded tourist steals his heart and makes him question everything. This hilarious, heartwarming musical comedy features your most-loved Jimmy Buffett classics, including “Cheeseburger in Paradise”, “Margaritaville”, “It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere”, “Fins”, “Volcano”, and many more! This is the party you’ve been waiting for!
Time
(Sunday) 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Location
Merryman Performing Arts Center
may 2025
22may7:00 pm9:00 pmOnce Upon A Time7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Yanney Heritage Park
Event Details
Once Upon A Time Yanney Heritage Park – Cope Amphitheatre 2020 11th Street • Kearney, Nebraska May
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Once Upon A Time
Yanney Heritage Park – Cope Amphitheatre
2020 11th Street • Kearney, Nebraska
May 22-23 • 7 pm
Admission (All Ages) $10
All tickets are sold at the admission gate for each performance, beginning at 6:00 pm. No advance sales.
Celebrate the songs of Disney with Crane River Theater in an unforgettable performance! Step into the most famous stories of all time as artists from across the country bring fairy tale characters to life at Yanney Heritage Park! Featuring songs from classic and contemporary films – including “Frozen”, “The Princess and the Frog”, “Aladdin”, “Moana”, “Beauty and the Beast”, and more – there’s something for everyone in this magical production. Celebrate the end of the school year with this special two-night engagement that will bring these family favorites to life under the open sky at the Cope Amphitheater. Whether you’ve attended a Crane River production in the past, or are joining us for the first time, it’s sure to be an enchanting night for the whole family!
Time
(Thursday) 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location
Yanney Heritage Park
2020 11th Street
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
may 23, 2025 7:00 pm - may 23, 2025 9:00 pm
23may7:00 pm9:00 pmOnce Upon A Time7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Yanney Heritage Park
Event Details
Once Upon A Time Yanney Heritage Park – Cope Amphitheatre 2020 11th Street • Kearney, Nebraska May
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Once Upon A Time
Yanney Heritage Park – Cope Amphitheatre
2020 11th Street • Kearney, Nebraska
May 22-23 • 7 pm
Admission (All Ages) $10
All tickets are sold at the admission gate for each performance, beginning at 6:00 pm. No advance sales.
Celebrate the songs of Disney with Crane River Theater in an unforgettable performance! Step into the most famous stories of all time as artists from across the country bring fairy tale characters to life at Yanney Heritage Park! Featuring songs from classic and contemporary films – including “Frozen”, “The Princess and the Frog”, “Aladdin”, “Moana”, “Beauty and the Beast”, and more – there’s something for everyone in this magical production. Celebrate the end of the school year with this special two-night engagement that will bring these family favorites to life under the open sky at the Cope Amphitheater. Whether you’ve attended a Crane River production in the past, or are joining us for the first time, it’s sure to be an enchanting night for the whole family!
Time
(Friday) 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location
Yanney Heritage Park
2020 11th Street
june 2025
24jun7:00 pm9:30 pmThe Little Mermaid7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Kearney High Concert Hall & Theatre
Event Details
The Little Mermaid Kearney Concert
Event Details
The Little Mermaid
Kearney Concert Hall and Theatre
2702 West 11th Street • Kearney, Nebraska
June 24-28 • 7 pm
June 28 & 29 • 2 pm
July 1-2 • 7 pm
Adults: $25, $35, $45
Students: $15, $25, $35
Tickets available online or by calling 308-627-5796.
Season Ticket Holders can reserve beginning May 6.
General Public Tickets available May 13.
Join us Under the Sea!
In a magical kingdom beneath the sea, a beautiful young mermaid named Ariel longs to leave her ocean home to live in the world above. After falling in love with a handsome prince, she does everything she can to gain a pair of legs, including making a deal with Ursula the Sea Witch. With the help of her friends, Flounder the Fish, Sebastian the Crab, and Scuttle the Seagull, Ariel must earn the love of Prince Eric in three days before losing her soul to the witch! Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen’s most beloved stories and the classic animated film, Disney’s The Little Mermaid is a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages. This spectacular production will capture your heart with its irresistible songs including “Under the Sea,” “Kiss the Girl,” and “Part of Your World.” Dive under the sea with Crane River Theater for this fun-filled adventure that will enchant the whole family!
Time
(Tuesday) 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Location
Kearney High Concert Hall & Theatre
2702 West 11th Street
25jun7:00 pm9:30 pmThe Little Mermaid7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Kearney High Concert Hall & Theatre
Event Details
The Little Mermaid Kearney Concert
Event Details
The Little Mermaid
Kearney Concert Hall and Theatre
2702 West 11th Street • Kearney, Nebraska
June 24-28 • 7 pm
June 28 & 29 • 2 pm
July 1-2 • 7 pm
Adults: $25, $35, $45
Students: $15, $25, $35
Tickets available online or by calling 308-627-5796.
Season Ticket Holders can reserve beginning May 6.
General Public Tickets available May 13.
Join us Under the Sea!
In a magical kingdom beneath the sea, a beautiful young mermaid named Ariel longs to leave her ocean home to live in the world above. After falling in love with a handsome prince, she does everything she can to gain a pair of legs, including making a deal with Ursula the Sea Witch. With the help of her friends, Flounder the Fish, Sebastian the Crab, and Scuttle the Seagull, Ariel must earn the love of Prince Eric in three days before losing her soul to the witch! Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen’s most beloved stories and the classic animated film, Disney’s The Little Mermaid is a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages. This spectacular production will capture your heart with its irresistible songs including “Under the Sea,” “Kiss the Girl,” and “Part of Your World.” Dive under the sea with Crane River Theater for this fun-filled adventure that will enchant the whole family!
Time
(Wednesday) 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Location
Kearney High Concert Hall & Theatre
2702 West 11th Street
26jun7:00 pm9:30 pmThe Little Mermaid7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Kearney High Concert Hall & Theatre
Event Details
The Little Mermaid Kearney Concert
Event Details
The Little Mermaid
Kearney Concert Hall and Theatre
2702 West 11th Street • Kearney, Nebraska
June 24-28 • 7 pm
June 28 & 29 • 2 pm
July 1-2 • 7 pm
Adults: $25, $35, $45
Students: $15, $25, $35
Tickets available online or by calling 308-627-5796.
Season Ticket Holders can reserve beginning May 6.
General Public Tickets available May 13.
Join us Under the Sea!
In a magical kingdom beneath the sea, a beautiful young mermaid named Ariel longs to leave her ocean home to live in the world above. After falling in love with a handsome prince, she does everything she can to gain a pair of legs, including making a deal with Ursula the Sea Witch. With the help of her friends, Flounder the Fish, Sebastian the Crab, and Scuttle the Seagull, Ariel must earn the love of Prince Eric in three days before losing her soul to the witch! Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen’s most beloved stories and the classic animated film, Disney’s The Little Mermaid is a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages. This spectacular production will capture your heart with its irresistible songs including “Under the Sea,” “Kiss the Girl,” and “Part of Your World.” Dive under the sea with Crane River Theater for this fun-filled adventure that will enchant the whole family!
Time
(Thursday) 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Location
Kearney High Concert Hall & Theatre
2702 West 11th Street
27jun7:00 pm9:30 pmThe Little Mermaid7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Kearney High Concert Hall & Theatre
Event Details
The Little Mermaid Kearney Concert
Event Details
The Little Mermaid
Kearney Concert Hall and Theatre
2702 West 11th Street • Kearney, Nebraska
June 24-28 • 7 pm
June 28 & 29 • 2 pm
July 1-2 • 7 pm
Adults: $25, $35, $45
Students: $15, $25, $35
Tickets available online or by calling 308-627-5796.
Season Ticket Holders can reserve beginning May 6.
General Public Tickets available May 13.
Join us Under the Sea!
In a magical kingdom beneath the sea, a beautiful young mermaid named Ariel longs to leave her ocean home to live in the world above. After falling in love with a handsome prince, she does everything she can to gain a pair of legs, including making a deal with Ursula the Sea Witch. With the help of her friends, Flounder the Fish, Sebastian the Crab, and Scuttle the Seagull, Ariel must earn the love of Prince Eric in three days before losing her soul to the witch! Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen’s most beloved stories and the classic animated film, Disney’s The Little Mermaid is a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages. This spectacular production will capture your heart with its irresistible songs including “Under the Sea,” “Kiss the Girl,” and “Part of Your World.” Dive under the sea with Crane River Theater for this fun-filled adventure that will enchant the whole family!
Time
(Friday) 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Location
Kearney High Concert Hall & Theatre
2702 West 11th Street
28jun2:00 pm4:30 pmThe Little Mermaid2:00 pm - 4:30 pm Kearney High Concert Hall & Theatre
Event Details
The Little Mermaid Kearney Concert
Event Details
The Little Mermaid
Kearney Concert Hall and Theatre
2702 West 11th Street • Kearney, Nebraska
June 24-28 • 7 pm
June 28 & 29 • 2 pm
July 1-2 • 7 pm
Adults: $25, $35, $45
Students: $15, $25, $35
Tickets available online or by calling 308-627-5796.
Season Ticket Holders can reserve beginning May 6.
General Public Tickets available May 13.
Join us Under the Sea!
In a magical kingdom beneath the sea, a beautiful young mermaid named Ariel longs to leave her ocean home to live in the world above. After falling in love with a handsome prince, she does everything she can to gain a pair of legs, including making a deal with Ursula the Sea Witch. With the help of her friends, Flounder the Fish, Sebastian the Crab, and Scuttle the Seagull, Ariel must earn the love of Prince Eric in three days before losing her soul to the witch! Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen’s most beloved stories and the classic animated film, Disney’s The Little Mermaid is a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages. This spectacular production will capture your heart with its irresistible songs including “Under the Sea,” “Kiss the Girl,” and “Part of Your World.” Dive under the sea with Crane River Theater for this fun-filled adventure that will enchant the whole family!
Time
(Saturday) 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Location
Kearney High Concert Hall & Theatre
2702 West 11th Street
28jun7:00 pm9:30 pmThe Little Mermaid7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Kearney High Concert Hall & Theatre
Event Details
The Little Mermaid Kearney Concert
Event Details
The Little Mermaid
Kearney Concert Hall and Theatre
2702 West 11th Street • Kearney, Nebraska
June 24-28 • 7 pm
June 28 & 29 • 2 pm
July 1-2 • 7 pm
Adults: $25, $35, $45
Students: $15, $25, $35
Tickets available online or by calling 308-627-5796.
Season Ticket Holders can reserve beginning May 6.
General Public Tickets available May 13.
Join us Under the Sea!
In a magical kingdom beneath the sea, a beautiful young mermaid named Ariel longs to leave her ocean home to live in the world above. After falling in love with a handsome prince, she does everything she can to gain a pair of legs, including making a deal with Ursula the Sea Witch. With the help of her friends, Flounder the Fish, Sebastian the Crab, and Scuttle the Seagull, Ariel must earn the love of Prince Eric in three days before losing her soul to the witch! Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen’s most beloved stories and the classic animated film, Disney’s The Little Mermaid is a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages. This spectacular production will capture your heart with its irresistible songs including “Under the Sea,” “Kiss the Girl,” and “Part of Your World.” Dive under the sea with Crane River Theater for this fun-filled adventure that will enchant the whole family!
Time
(Saturday) 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Location
Kearney High Concert Hall & Theatre
2702 West 11th Street
29jun2:00 pm4:30 pmThe Little Mermaid2:00 pm - 4:30 pm Kearney High Concert Hall & Theatre
Event Details
The Little Mermaid Kearney Concert
Event Details
The Little Mermaid
Kearney Concert Hall and Theatre
2702 West 11th Street • Kearney, Nebraska
June 24-28 • 7 pm
June 28 & 29 • 2 pm
July 1-2 • 7 pm
Adults: $25, $35, $45
Students: $15, $25, $35
Tickets available online or by calling 308-627-5796.
Season Ticket Holders can reserve beginning May 6.
General Public Tickets available May 13.
Join us Under the Sea!
In a magical kingdom beneath the sea, a beautiful young mermaid named Ariel longs to leave her ocean home to live in the world above. After falling in love with a handsome prince, she does everything she can to gain a pair of legs, including making a deal with Ursula the Sea Witch. With the help of her friends, Flounder the Fish, Sebastian the Crab, and Scuttle the Seagull, Ariel must earn the love of Prince Eric in three days before losing her soul to the witch! Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen’s most beloved stories and the classic animated film, Disney’s The Little Mermaid is a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages. This spectacular production will capture your heart with its irresistible songs including “Under the Sea,” “Kiss the Girl,” and “Part of Your World.” Dive under the sea with Crane River Theater for this fun-filled adventure that will enchant the whole family!
Time
(Sunday) 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Location
Kearney High Concert Hall & Theatre
2702 West 11th Street
july 2025
01jul7:00 pm9:30 pmThe Little Mermaid7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Kearney High Concert Hall & Theatre
Event Details
The Little Mermaid Kearney Concert
Event Details
The Little Mermaid
Kearney Concert Hall and Theatre
2702 West 11th Street • Kearney, Nebraska
June 24-28 • 7 pm
June 28 & 29 • 2 pm
July 1-2 • 7 pm
Adults: $25, $35, $45
Students: $15, $25, $35
Tickets available online or by calling 308-627-5796.
Season Ticket Holders can reserve beginning May 6.
General Public Tickets available May 13.
Join us Under the Sea!
In a magical kingdom beneath the sea, a beautiful young mermaid named Ariel longs to leave her ocean home to live in the world above. After falling in love with a handsome prince, she does everything she can to gain a pair of legs, including making a deal with Ursula the Sea Witch. With the help of her friends, Flounder the Fish, Sebastian the Crab, and Scuttle the Seagull, Ariel must earn the love of Prince Eric in three days before losing her soul to the witch! Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen’s most beloved stories and the classic animated film, Disney’s The Little Mermaid is a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages. This spectacular production will capture your heart with its irresistible songs including “Under the Sea,” “Kiss the Girl,” and “Part of Your World.” Dive under the sea with Crane River Theater for this fun-filled adventure that will enchant the whole family!
Time
(Tuesday) 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Location
Kearney High Concert Hall & Theatre
2702 West 11th Street
02jul7:00 pm9:30 pmThe Little Mermaid7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Kearney High Concert Hall & Theatre
Event Details
The Little Mermaid Kearney Concert
Event Details
The Little Mermaid
Kearney Concert Hall and Theatre
2702 West 11th Street • Kearney, Nebraska
June 24-28 • 7 pm
June 28 & 29 • 2 pm
July 1-2 • 7 pm
Adults: $25, $35, $45
Students: $15, $25, $35
Tickets available online or by calling 308-627-5796.
Season Ticket Holders can reserve beginning May 6.
General Public Tickets available May 13.
Join us Under the Sea!
In a magical kingdom beneath the sea, a beautiful young mermaid named Ariel longs to leave her ocean home to live in the world above. After falling in love with a handsome prince, she does everything she can to gain a pair of legs, including making a deal with Ursula the Sea Witch. With the help of her friends, Flounder the Fish, Sebastian the Crab, and Scuttle the Seagull, Ariel must earn the love of Prince Eric in three days before losing her soul to the witch! Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen’s most beloved stories and the classic animated film, Disney’s The Little Mermaid is a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages. This spectacular production will capture your heart with its irresistible songs including “Under the Sea,” “Kiss the Girl,” and “Part of Your World.” Dive under the sea with Crane River Theater for this fun-filled adventure that will enchant the whole family!
Time
(Wednesday) 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Location
Kearney High Concert Hall & Theatre
2702 West 11th Street
29jul7:00 pm9:30 pmLegally Blonde7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Merryman Performing Arts Center
Event Details
Legally Blonde Music and Lyrics by Laurence O’Keefe and Nell Benjamin Book by Heather
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Legally Blonde
Book by Heather Hach
Based on the novel by Amanda Brown and the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer motion picture
Merryman Performing Arts Center
225 West 22nd Street • Kearney, Nebraska
July 29-August 2 • 7 pm
August 3 • 2 pm
August 5-9 • 7 pm
August 10 • 2 pm
Adults $25, $35, $45
Students $15, $25, $35
Tickets available online or by calling 308-627-5796.
Season Ticket Holders can reserve beginning June 10.
General Public Tickets available June 17.
A fabulously fun award-winning musical based on the adored movie, Legally Blonde The Musical, follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes and scandal in pursuit of her dreams. Action-packed and exploding with memorable songs and dynamic dances – this musical is so much fun, it should be illegal! Elle appears to have it all, until her life is turned upside down when her boyfriend Warner dumps her so he can attend Harvard Law. Determined to get him back, Elle ingeniously charms her way into the prestigious law school. While there, she struggles with peers, professors and her ex. With the support of some new friends, though, Elle defies expectations and manages to stay true to her delightfully pink personality. Legally Blonde is one experience you don’t want to miss!
Time
(Tuesday) 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Location
Merryman Performing Arts Center
30jul7:00 pm9:30 pmLegally Blonde7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Merryman Performing Arts Center
Event Details
Legally Blonde Music and Lyrics by Laurence O’Keefe and Nell Benjamin Book by Heather
Event Details
Legally Blonde
Book by Heather Hach
Based on the novel by Amanda Brown and the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer motion picture
Merryman Performing Arts Center
225 West 22nd Street • Kearney, Nebraska
July 29-August 2 • 7 pm
August 3 • 2 pm
August 5-9 • 7 pm
August 10 • 2 pm
Adults $25, $35, $45
Students $15, $25, $35
Tickets available online or by calling 308-627-5796.
Season Ticket Holders can reserve beginning June 10.
General Public Tickets available June 17.
A fabulously fun award-winning musical based on the adored movie, Legally Blonde The Musical, follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes and scandal in pursuit of her dreams. Action-packed and exploding with memorable songs and dynamic dances – this musical is so much fun, it should be illegal! Elle appears to have it all, until her life is turned upside down when her boyfriend Warner dumps her so he can attend Harvard Law. Determined to get him back, Elle ingeniously charms her way into the prestigious law school. While there, she struggles with peers, professors and her ex. With the support of some new friends, though, Elle defies expectations and manages to stay true to her delightfully pink personality. Legally Blonde is one experience you don’t want to miss!
Time
(Wednesday) 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Location
Merryman Performing Arts Center
31jul7:00 pm9:30 pmLegally Blonde7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Merryman Performing Arts Center
Event Details
Legally Blonde Music and Lyrics by Laurence O’Keefe and Nell Benjamin Book by Heather
Event Details
Legally Blonde
Book by Heather Hach
Based on the novel by Amanda Brown and the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer motion picture
Merryman Performing Arts Center
225 West 22nd Street • Kearney, Nebraska
July 29-August 2 • 7 pm
August 3 • 2 pm
August 5-9 • 7 pm
August 10 • 2 pm
Adults $25, $35, $45
Students $15, $25, $35
Tickets available online or by calling 308-627-5796.
Season Ticket Holders can reserve beginning June 10.
General Public Tickets available June 17.
A fabulously fun award-winning musical based on the adored movie, Legally Blonde The Musical, follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes and scandal in pursuit of her dreams. Action-packed and exploding with memorable songs and dynamic dances – this musical is so much fun, it should be illegal! Elle appears to have it all, until her life is turned upside down when her boyfriend Warner dumps her so he can attend Harvard Law. Determined to get him back, Elle ingeniously charms her way into the prestigious law school. While there, she struggles with peers, professors and her ex. With the support of some new friends, though, Elle defies expectations and manages to stay true to her delightfully pink personality. Legally Blonde is one experience you don’t want to miss!
Time
(Thursday) 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Location
Merryman Performing Arts Center
august 2025
01aug7:00 pm9:30 pmLegally Blonde7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Merryman Performing Arts Center
Event Details
Legally Blonde Music and Lyrics by Laurence O’Keefe and Nell Benjamin Book by Heather
Event Details
Legally Blonde
Book by Heather Hach
Based on the novel by Amanda Brown and the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer motion picture
Merryman Performing Arts Center
225 West 22nd Street • Kearney, Nebraska
July 29-August 2 • 7 pm
August 3 • 2 pm
August 5-9 • 7 pm
August 10 • 2 pm
Adults $25, $35, $45
Students $15, $25, $35
Tickets available online or by calling 308-627-5796.
Season Ticket Holders can reserve beginning June 10.
General Public Tickets available June 17.
A fabulously fun award-winning musical based on the adored movie, Legally Blonde The Musical, follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes and scandal in pursuit of her dreams. Action-packed and exploding with memorable songs and dynamic dances – this musical is so much fun, it should be illegal! Elle appears to have it all, until her life is turned upside down when her boyfriend Warner dumps her so he can attend Harvard Law. Determined to get him back, Elle ingeniously charms her way into the prestigious law school. While there, she struggles with peers, professors and her ex. With the support of some new friends, though, Elle defies expectations and manages to stay true to her delightfully pink personality. Legally Blonde is one experience you don’t want to miss!
Time
(Friday) 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Location
Merryman Performing Arts Center
02aug7:00 pm9:30 pmLegally Blonde7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Merryman Performing Arts Center
Event Details
Legally Blonde Music and Lyrics by Laurence O’Keefe and Nell Benjamin Book by Heather
Event Details
Legally Blonde
Book by Heather Hach
Based on the novel by Amanda Brown and the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer motion picture
Merryman Performing Arts Center
225 West 22nd Street • Kearney, Nebraska
July 29-August 2 • 7 pm
August 3 • 2 pm
August 5-9 • 7 pm
August 10 • 2 pm
Adults $25, $35, $45
Students $15, $25, $35
Tickets available online or by calling 308-627-5796.
Season Ticket Holders can reserve beginning June 10.
General Public Tickets available June 17.
A fabulously fun award-winning musical based on the adored movie, Legally Blonde The Musical, follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes and scandal in pursuit of her dreams. Action-packed and exploding with memorable songs and dynamic dances – this musical is so much fun, it should be illegal! Elle appears to have it all, until her life is turned upside down when her boyfriend Warner dumps her so he can attend Harvard Law. Determined to get him back, Elle ingeniously charms her way into the prestigious law school. While there, she struggles with peers, professors and her ex. With the support of some new friends, though, Elle defies expectations and manages to stay true to her delightfully pink personality. Legally Blonde is one experience you don’t want to miss!
Time
(Saturday) 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Location
Merryman Performing Arts Center
03aug2:00 pm4:30 pmLegally Blonde2:00 pm - 4:30 pm Merryman Performing Arts Center
Event Details
Legally Blonde Music and Lyrics by Laurence O’Keefe and Nell Benjamin Book by Heather
Event Details
Legally Blonde
Book by Heather Hach
Based on the novel by Amanda Brown and the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer motion picture
Merryman Performing Arts Center
225 West 22nd Street • Kearney, Nebraska
July 29-August 2 • 7 pm
August 3 • 2 pm
August 5-9 • 7 pm
August 10 • 2 pm
Adults $25, $35, $45
Students $15, $25, $35
Tickets available online or by calling 308-627-5796.
Season Ticket Holders can reserve beginning June 10.
General Public Tickets available June 17.
A fabulously fun award-winning musical based on the adored movie, Legally Blonde The Musical, follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes and scandal in pursuit of her dreams. Action-packed and exploding with memorable songs and dynamic dances – this musical is so much fun, it should be illegal! Elle appears to have it all, until her life is turned upside down when her boyfriend Warner dumps her so he can attend Harvard Law. Determined to get him back, Elle ingeniously charms her way into the prestigious law school. While there, she struggles with peers, professors and her ex. With the support of some new friends, though, Elle defies expectations and manages to stay true to her delightfully pink personality. Legally Blonde is one experience you don’t want to miss!
Time
(Sunday) 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Location
Merryman Performing Arts Center
05aug7:00 pm9:30 pmLegally Blonde7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Merryman Performing Arts Center
Event Details
Legally Blonde Music and Lyrics by Laurence O’Keefe and Nell Benjamin Book by Heather
Event Details
Legally Blonde
Book by Heather Hach
Based on the novel by Amanda Brown and the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer motion picture
Merryman Performing Arts Center
225 West 22nd Street • Kearney, Nebraska
July 29-August 2 • 7 pm
August 3 • 2 pm
August 5-9 • 7 pm
August 10 • 2 pm
Adults $25, $35, $45
Students $15, $25, $35
Tickets available online or by calling 308-627-5796.
Season Ticket Holders can reserve beginning June 10.
General Public Tickets available June 17.
A fabulously fun award-winning musical based on the adored movie, Legally Blonde The Musical, follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes and scandal in pursuit of her dreams. Action-packed and exploding with memorable songs and dynamic dances – this musical is so much fun, it should be illegal! Elle appears to have it all, until her life is turned upside down when her boyfriend Warner dumps her so he can attend Harvard Law. Determined to get him back, Elle ingeniously charms her way into the prestigious law school. While there, she struggles with peers, professors and her ex. With the support of some new friends, though, Elle defies expectations and manages to stay true to her delightfully pink personality. Legally Blonde is one experience you don’t want to miss!
Time
(Tuesday) 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Location
Merryman Performing Arts Center
06aug7:00 pm9:30 pmLegally Blonde7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Merryman Performing Arts Center
Event Details
Legally Blonde Music and Lyrics by Laurence O’Keefe and Nell Benjamin Book by Heather
Event Details
Legally Blonde
Book by Heather Hach
Based on the novel by Amanda Brown and the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer motion picture
Merryman Performing Arts Center
225 West 22nd Street • Kearney, Nebraska
July 29-August 2 • 7 pm
August 3 • 2 pm
August 5-9 • 7 pm
August 10 • 2 pm
Adults $25, $35, $45
Students $15, $25, $35
Tickets available online or by calling 308-627-5796.
Season Ticket Holders can reserve beginning June 10.
General Public Tickets available June 17.
A fabulously fun award-winning musical based on the adored movie, Legally Blonde The Musical, follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes and scandal in pursuit of her dreams. Action-packed and exploding with memorable songs and dynamic dances – this musical is so much fun, it should be illegal! Elle appears to have it all, until her life is turned upside down when her boyfriend Warner dumps her so he can attend Harvard Law. Determined to get him back, Elle ingeniously charms her way into the prestigious law school. While there, she struggles with peers, professors and her ex. With the support of some new friends, though, Elle defies expectations and manages to stay true to her delightfully pink personality. Legally Blonde is one experience you don’t want to miss!
Time
(Wednesday) 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Location
Merryman Performing Arts Center
07aug7:00 pm9:30 pmLegally Blonde7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Merryman Performing Arts Center
Event Details
Legally Blonde Music and Lyrics by Laurence O’Keefe and Nell Benjamin Book by Heather
Event Details
Legally Blonde
Book by Heather Hach
Based on the novel by Amanda Brown and the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer motion picture
Merryman Performing Arts Center
225 West 22nd Street • Kearney, Nebraska
July 29-August 2 • 7 pm
August 3 • 2 pm
August 5-9 • 7 pm
August 10 • 2 pm
Adults $25, $35, $45
Students $15, $25, $35
Tickets available online or by calling 308-627-5796.
Season Ticket Holders can reserve beginning June 10.
General Public Tickets available June 17.
A fabulously fun award-winning musical based on the adored movie, Legally Blonde The Musical, follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes and scandal in pursuit of her dreams. Action-packed and exploding with memorable songs and dynamic dances – this musical is so much fun, it should be illegal! Elle appears to have it all, until her life is turned upside down when her boyfriend Warner dumps her so he can attend Harvard Law. Determined to get him back, Elle ingeniously charms her way into the prestigious law school. While there, she struggles with peers, professors and her ex. With the support of some new friends, though, Elle defies expectations and manages to stay true to her delightfully pink personality. Legally Blonde is one experience you don’t want to miss!
Time
(Thursday) 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Location
Merryman Performing Arts Center
08aug7:00 pm9:30 pmLegally Blonde7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Merryman Performing Arts Center
Event Details
Legally Blonde Music and Lyrics by Laurence O’Keefe and Nell Benjamin Book by Heather
Event Details
Legally Blonde
Book by Heather Hach
Based on the novel by Amanda Brown and the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer motion picture
Merryman Performing Arts Center
225 West 22nd Street • Kearney, Nebraska
July 29-August 2 • 7 pm
August 3 • 2 pm
August 5-9 • 7 pm
August 10 • 2 pm
Adults $25, $35, $45
Students $15, $25, $35
Tickets available online or by calling 308-627-5796.
Season Ticket Holders can reserve beginning June 10.
General Public Tickets available June 17.
A fabulously fun award-winning musical based on the adored movie, Legally Blonde The Musical, follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes and scandal in pursuit of her dreams. Action-packed and exploding with memorable songs and dynamic dances – this musical is so much fun, it should be illegal! Elle appears to have it all, until her life is turned upside down when her boyfriend Warner dumps her so he can attend Harvard Law. Determined to get him back, Elle ingeniously charms her way into the prestigious law school. While there, she struggles with peers, professors and her ex. With the support of some new friends, though, Elle defies expectations and manages to stay true to her delightfully pink personality. Legally Blonde is one experience you don’t want to miss!
Time
(Friday) 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Location
Merryman Performing Arts Center
09aug7:00 pm9:30 pmLegally Blonde7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Merryman Performing Arts Center
Event Details
Legally Blonde Music and Lyrics by Laurence O’Keefe and Nell Benjamin Book by Heather
Event Details
Legally Blonde
Book by Heather Hach
Based on the novel by Amanda Brown and the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer motion picture
Merryman Performing Arts Center
225 West 22nd Street • Kearney, Nebraska
July 29-August 2 • 7 pm
August 3 • 2 pm
August 5-9 • 7 pm
August 10 • 2 pm
Adults $25, $35, $45
Students $15, $25, $35
Tickets available online or by calling 308-627-5796.
Season Ticket Holders can reserve beginning June 10.
General Public Tickets available June 17.
A fabulously fun award-winning musical based on the adored movie, Legally Blonde The Musical, follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes and scandal in pursuit of her dreams. Action-packed and exploding with memorable songs and dynamic dances – this musical is so much fun, it should be illegal! Elle appears to have it all, until her life is turned upside down when her boyfriend Warner dumps her so he can attend Harvard Law. Determined to get him back, Elle ingeniously charms her way into the prestigious law school. While there, she struggles with peers, professors and her ex. With the support of some new friends, though, Elle defies expectations and manages to stay true to her delightfully pink personality. Legally Blonde is one experience you don’t want to miss!
Time
(Saturday) 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Location
Merryman Performing Arts Center
10aug2:00 pm4:30 pmLegally Blonde2:00 pm - 4:30 pm Merryman Performing Arts Center
Event Details
Legally Blonde Music and Lyrics by Laurence O’Keefe and Nell Benjamin Book by Heather
Event Details
Legally Blonde
Book by Heather Hach
Based on the novel by Amanda Brown and the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer motion picture
Merryman Performing Arts Center
225 West 22nd Street • Kearney, Nebraska
July 29-August 2 • 7 pm
August 3 • 2 pm
August 5-9 • 7 pm
August 10 • 2 pm
Adults $25, $35, $45
Students $15, $25, $35
Tickets available online or by calling 308-627-5796.
Season Ticket Holders can reserve beginning June 10.
General Public Tickets available June 17.
A fabulously fun award-winning musical based on the adored movie, Legally Blonde The Musical, follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes and scandal in pursuit of her dreams. Action-packed and exploding with memorable songs and dynamic dances – this musical is so much fun, it should be illegal! Elle appears to have it all, until her life is turned upside down when her boyfriend Warner dumps her so he can attend Harvard Law. Determined to get him back, Elle ingeniously charms her way into the prestigious law school. While there, she struggles with peers, professors and her ex. With the support of some new friends, though, Elle defies expectations and manages to stay true to her delightfully pink personality. Legally Blonde is one experience you don’t want to miss!
Time
(Sunday) 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Location
Merryman Performing Arts Center
september 2025
25sep7:00 pm9:30 pmThe Outsiders7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Merryman Performing Arts Center
Event Details
The Outsiders Adapted by Christopher Sergel. From the book by S.E. Hinton. Merryman Performing Arts Center 225 West 22nd
Event Details
The Outsiders
Adapted by Christopher Sergel. From the book by S.E. Hinton.
Merryman Performing Arts Center
225 West 22nd Street • Kearney, Nebraska
September 25-27 • 7 pm
September 27 & 28 • 2 pm
Adults $25, $35, $45
Students $15, $25, $35
Tickets available online or by calling 308-627-5796.
Season Ticket Holders can reserve beginning August 7.
General Public Tickets available August 14.
Beloved by fans all over the world, The Outsiders comes to Kearney. You’ve read the book. You’ve seen the film. Now experience the story that defined a generation like never before, live onstage. Go back in time to Tulsa, Oklahoma in the 1960s for this coming-of-age story told by fourteen-year-old Ponyboy Curtis. The youngest of the Greasers, Ponyboy struggles to find his place amongst his fellow outcasts. Territorial battles between the have-it-made rich kids – the Socs – and Ponyboy’s tough, underprivileged “greaser” family and friends are just a part of life. But even in the midst of urban gang warfare, somehow Ponyboy can’t forget a short poem that speaks to their fragile young lives. The Outsiders is a heroic story of friendship, family, belonging… and the powerful reminder that there is still “lots of good in the world.”
Time
(Thursday) 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Location
Merryman Performing Arts Center
26sep7:00 pm9:30 pmThe Outsiders7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Merryman Performing Arts Center
Event Details
The Outsiders Adapted by Christopher Sergel. From the book by S.E. Hinton. Merryman Performing Arts Center 225 West 22nd
Event Details
The Outsiders
Adapted by Christopher Sergel. From the book by S.E. Hinton.
Merryman Performing Arts Center
225 West 22nd Street • Kearney, Nebraska
September 25-27 • 7 pm
September 27 & 28 • 2 pm
Adults $25, $35, $45
Students $15, $25, $35
Tickets available online or by calling 308-627-5796.
Season Ticket Holders can reserve beginning August 7.
General Public Tickets available August 14.
Beloved by fans all over the world, The Outsiders comes to Kearney. You’ve read the book. You’ve seen the film. Now experience the story that defined a generation like never before, live onstage. Go back in time to Tulsa, Oklahoma in the 1960s for this coming-of-age story told by fourteen-year-old Ponyboy Curtis. The youngest of the Greasers, Ponyboy struggles to find his place amongst his fellow outcasts. Territorial battles between the have-it-made rich kids – the Socs – and Ponyboy’s tough, underprivileged “greaser” family and friends are just a part of life. But even in the midst of urban gang warfare, somehow Ponyboy can’t forget a short poem that speaks to their fragile young lives. The Outsiders is a heroic story of friendship, family, belonging… and the powerful reminder that there is still “lots of good in the world.”
Time
(Friday) 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Location
Merryman Performing Arts Center
27sep2:00 pm4:30 pmThe Outsiders2:00 pm - 4:30 pm Merryman Performing Arts Center
Event Details
The Outsiders Adapted by Christopher Sergel. From the book by S.E. Hinton. Merryman Performing Arts Center 225 West 22nd
Event Details
The Outsiders
Adapted by Christopher Sergel. From the book by S.E. Hinton.
Merryman Performing Arts Center
225 West 22nd Street • Kearney, Nebraska
September 25-27 • 7 pm
September 27 & 28 • 2 pm
Adults $25, $35, $45
Students $15, $25, $35
Tickets available online or by calling 308-627-5796.
Season Ticket Holders can reserve beginning August 7.
General Public Tickets available August 14.
Beloved by fans all over the world, The Outsiders comes to Kearney. You’ve read the book. You’ve seen the film. Now experience the story that defined a generation like never before, live onstage. Go back in time to Tulsa, Oklahoma in the 1960s for this coming-of-age story told by fourteen-year-old Ponyboy Curtis. The youngest of the Greasers, Ponyboy struggles to find his place amongst his fellow outcasts. Territorial battles between the have-it-made rich kids – the Socs – and Ponyboy’s tough, underprivileged “greaser” family and friends are just a part of life. But even in the midst of urban gang warfare, somehow Ponyboy can’t forget a short poem that speaks to their fragile young lives. The Outsiders is a heroic story of friendship, family, belonging… and the powerful reminder that there is still “lots of good in the world.”
Time
(Saturday) 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Location
Merryman Performing Arts Center
27sep7:00 pm9:30 pmThe Outsiders7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Merryman Performing Arts Center
Event Details
The Outsiders Adapted by Christopher Sergel. From the book by S.E. Hinton. Merryman Performing Arts Center 225 West 22nd
Event Details
The Outsiders
Adapted by Christopher Sergel. From the book by S.E. Hinton.
Merryman Performing Arts Center
225 West 22nd Street • Kearney, Nebraska
September 25-27 • 7 pm
September 27 & 28 • 2 pm
Adults $25, $35, $45
Students $15, $25, $35
Tickets available online or by calling 308-627-5796.
Season Ticket Holders can reserve beginning August 7.
General Public Tickets available August 14.
Beloved by fans all over the world, The Outsiders comes to Kearney. You’ve read the book. You’ve seen the film. Now experience the story that defined a generation like never before, live onstage. Go back in time to Tulsa, Oklahoma in the 1960s for this coming-of-age story told by fourteen-year-old Ponyboy Curtis. The youngest of the Greasers, Ponyboy struggles to find his place amongst his fellow outcasts. Territorial battles between the have-it-made rich kids – the Socs – and Ponyboy’s tough, underprivileged “greaser” family and friends are just a part of life. But even in the midst of urban gang warfare, somehow Ponyboy can’t forget a short poem that speaks to their fragile young lives. The Outsiders is a heroic story of friendship, family, belonging… and the powerful reminder that there is still “lots of good in the world.”
Time
(Saturday) 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Location
Merryman Performing Arts Center
28sep2:00 pm4:30 pmThe Outsiders2:00 pm - 4:30 pm Merryman Performing Arts Center
Event Details
The Outsiders Adapted by Christopher Sergel. From the book by S.E. Hinton. Merryman Performing Arts Center 225 West 22nd
Event Details
The Outsiders
Adapted by Christopher Sergel. From the book by S.E. Hinton.
Merryman Performing Arts Center
225 West 22nd Street • Kearney, Nebraska
September 25-27 • 7 pm
September 27 & 28 • 2 pm
Adults $25, $35, $45
Students $15, $25, $35
Tickets available online or by calling 308-627-5796.
Season Ticket Holders can reserve beginning August 7.
General Public Tickets available August 14.
Beloved by fans all over the world, The Outsiders comes to Kearney. You’ve read the book. You’ve seen the film. Now experience the story that defined a generation like never before, live onstage. Go back in time to Tulsa, Oklahoma in the 1960s for this coming-of-age story told by fourteen-year-old Ponyboy Curtis. The youngest of the Greasers, Ponyboy struggles to find his place amongst his fellow outcasts. Territorial battles between the have-it-made rich kids – the Socs – and Ponyboy’s tough, underprivileged “greaser” family and friends are just a part of life. But even in the midst of urban gang warfare, somehow Ponyboy can’t forget a short poem that speaks to their fragile young lives. The Outsiders is a heroic story of friendship, family, belonging… and the powerful reminder that there is still “lots of good in the world.”
Time
(Sunday) 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Location
Merryman Performing Arts Center
october 2025
29oct7:00 pm9:00 pmMisery7:00 pm - 9:00 pm The World Theatre
Event Details
Misery By William Goldman Based on the novel by Stephen King The World Theatre 2318 Central Avenue
Event Details
Misery
By William Goldman
Based on the novel by Stephen King
The World Theatre
2318 Central Avenue • Kearney, Nebraska
October 29-November 1 • 7 pm
October 31 & November 1 • 10 pm
Tickets $25
Tickets available online or by calling 308-627-5796.
Season Ticket Holders can reserve beginning September 10.
General Public Tickets available September 17.
This classic thriller comes to life on stage at the historic World Theatre! Misery follows successful romance novelist Paul Sheldon, who is rescued from a car crash by his “number one fan,” Annie Wilkes, and wakes up captive in her secluded home. While Paul is recovering, Annie reads his latest book and becomes enraged when she discovers the author has killed off her favorite character, Misery Chastain. Annie forces Paul to write a new Misery novel, and he quickly realizes Annie has no intention of letting him go anywhere. Based on the Stephen King novel and cult classic film starring James Caan and Kathy Bates, this show is the perfect way to dive into the spooky season!
Time
(Wednesday) 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location
The World Theatre
2318 Central Avenue, Kearney, NE 68847
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
october 29, 2025 7:00 pm - october 29, 2025 9:00 pmoctober 30, 2025 7:00 pm - october 30, 2025 9:00 pmoctober 31, 2025 7:00 pm - october 31, 2025 9:00 pmoctober 31, 2025 10:00 pm - october 31, 2025 11:59 pmnovember 1, 2025 7:00 pm - november 1, 2025 9:00 pmnovember 1, 2025 10:00 pm - november 1, 2025 11:59 pm
30oct7:00 pm9:00 pmMisery7:00 pm - 9:00 pm The World Theatre
Event Details
Misery By William Goldman Based on the novel by Stephen King The World Theatre 2318 Central Avenue
Event Details
Misery
By William Goldman
Based on the novel by Stephen King
The World Theatre
2318 Central Avenue • Kearney, Nebraska
October 29-November 1 • 7 pm
October 31 & November 1 • 10 pm
Tickets $25
Tickets available online or by calling 308-627-5796.
Season Ticket Holders can reserve beginning September 10.
General Public Tickets available September 17.
This classic thriller comes to life on stage at the historic World Theatre! Misery follows successful romance novelist Paul Sheldon, who is rescued from a car crash by his “number one fan,” Annie Wilkes, and wakes up captive in her secluded home. While Paul is recovering, Annie reads his latest book and becomes enraged when she discovers the author has killed off her favorite character, Misery Chastain. Annie forces Paul to write a new Misery novel, and he quickly realizes Annie has no intention of letting him go anywhere. Based on the Stephen King novel and cult classic film starring James Caan and Kathy Bates, this show is the perfect way to dive into the spooky season!
Time
(Thursday) 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location
The World Theatre
2318 Central Avenue, Kearney, NE 68847
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
october 31, 2025 7:00 pm - october 31, 2025 9:00 pmoctober 31, 2025 10:00 pm - october 31, 2025 11:59 pmnovember 1, 2025 7:00 pm - november 1, 2025 9:00 pmnovember 1, 2025 10:00 pm - november 1, 2025 11:59 pm
31oct7:00 pm9:00 pmMisery7:00 pm - 9:00 pm The World Theatre
Event Details
Misery By William Goldman Based on the novel by Stephen King The World Theatre 2318 Central Avenue
Event Details
Misery
By William Goldman
Based on the novel by Stephen King
The World Theatre
2318 Central Avenue • Kearney, Nebraska
October 29-November 1 • 7 pm
October 31 & November 1 • 10 pm
Tickets $25
Tickets available online or by calling 308-627-5796.
Season Ticket Holders can reserve beginning September 10.
General Public Tickets available September 17.
This classic thriller comes to life on stage at the historic World Theatre! Misery follows successful romance novelist Paul Sheldon, who is rescued from a car crash by his “number one fan,” Annie Wilkes, and wakes up captive in her secluded home. While Paul is recovering, Annie reads his latest book and becomes enraged when she discovers the author has killed off her favorite character, Misery Chastain. Annie forces Paul to write a new Misery novel, and he quickly realizes Annie has no intention of letting him go anywhere. Based on the Stephen King novel and cult classic film starring James Caan and Kathy Bates, this show is the perfect way to dive into the spooky season!
Time
(Friday) 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location
The World Theatre
2318 Central Avenue, Kearney, NE 68847
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
october 31, 2025 10:00 pm - october 31, 2025 11:59 pmnovember 1, 2025 7:00 pm - november 1, 2025 9:00 pmnovember 1, 2025 10:00 pm - november 1, 2025 11:59 pm
31oct10:00 pm11:59 pmMisery10:00 pm - 11:59 pm The World Theatre
Event Details
Misery By William Goldman Based on the novel by Stephen King The World Theatre 2318 Central Avenue
Event Details
Misery
By William Goldman
Based on the novel by Stephen King
The World Theatre
2318 Central Avenue • Kearney, Nebraska
October 29-November 1 • 7 pm
October 31 & November 1 • 10 pm
Tickets $25
Tickets available online or by calling 308-627-5796.
Season Ticket Holders can reserve beginning September 10.
General Public Tickets available September 17.
This classic thriller comes to life on stage at the historic World Theatre! Misery follows successful romance novelist Paul Sheldon, who is rescued from a car crash by his “number one fan,” Annie Wilkes, and wakes up captive in her secluded home. While Paul is recovering, Annie reads his latest book and becomes enraged when she discovers the author has killed off her favorite character, Misery Chastain. Annie forces Paul to write a new Misery novel, and he quickly realizes Annie has no intention of letting him go anywhere. Based on the Stephen King novel and cult classic film starring James Caan and Kathy Bates, this show is the perfect way to dive into the spooky season!
Time
(Friday) 10:00 pm - 11:59 pm
Location
The World Theatre
2318 Central Avenue, Kearney, NE 68847
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
october 31, 2025 10:00 pm - october 31, 2025 11:59 pmnovember 1, 2025 10:00 pm - november 1, 2025 11:59 pm
november 2025
01nov7:00 pm9:00 pmMisery7:00 pm - 9:00 pm The World Theatre
Event Details
Misery By William Goldman Based on the novel by Stephen King The World Theatre 2318 Central Avenue
Event Details
Misery
By William Goldman
Based on the novel by Stephen King
The World Theatre
2318 Central Avenue • Kearney, Nebraska
October 29-November 1 • 7 pm
October 31 & November 1 • 10 pm
Tickets $25
Tickets available online or by calling 308-627-5796.
Season Ticket Holders can reserve beginning September 10.
General Public Tickets available September 17.
This classic thriller comes to life on stage at the historic World Theatre! Misery follows successful romance novelist Paul Sheldon, who is rescued from a car crash by his “number one fan,” Annie Wilkes, and wakes up captive in her secluded home. While Paul is recovering, Annie reads his latest book and becomes enraged when she discovers the author has killed off her favorite character, Misery Chastain. Annie forces Paul to write a new Misery novel, and he quickly realizes Annie has no intention of letting him go anywhere. Based on the Stephen King novel and cult classic film starring James Caan and Kathy Bates, this show is the perfect way to dive into the spooky season!
Time
(Saturday) 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location
The World Theatre
2318 Central Avenue, Kearney, NE 68847
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
november 1, 2025 10:00 pm - november 1, 2025 11:59 pm
01nov10:00 pm11:59 pmMisery10:00 pm - 11:59 pm The World Theatre
Event Details
Misery By William Goldman Based on the novel by Stephen King The World Theatre 2318 Central Avenue
Event Details
Misery
By William Goldman
Based on the novel by Stephen King
The World Theatre
2318 Central Avenue • Kearney, Nebraska
October 29-November 1 • 7 pm
October 31 & November 1 • 10 pm
Tickets $25
Tickets available online or by calling 308-627-5796.
Season Ticket Holders can reserve beginning September 10.
General Public Tickets available September 17.
This classic thriller comes to life on stage at the historic World Theatre! Misery follows successful romance novelist Paul Sheldon, who is rescued from a car crash by his “number one fan,” Annie Wilkes, and wakes up captive in her secluded home. While Paul is recovering, Annie reads his latest book and becomes enraged when she discovers the author has killed off her favorite character, Misery Chastain. Annie forces Paul to write a new Misery novel, and he quickly realizes Annie has no intention of letting him go anywhere. Based on the Stephen King novel and cult classic film starring James Caan and Kathy Bates, this show is the perfect way to dive into the spooky season!
Time
(Saturday) 10:00 pm - 11:59 pm
Location
The World Theatre
2318 Central Avenue, Kearney, NE 68847
december 2025
18dec7:00 pm9:30 pmElf the Musical7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Merryman Performing Arts Center
Event Details
Elf the Musical Merryman Performing Arts Center December 18-22 • 7 pm December 20 & 21 • 2pm Adults
Event Details
Elf the Musical
Merryman Performing Arts Center
December 18-22 • 7 pm
December 20 & 21 • 2pm
Adults $25, $35, $45
Students $15, $25, $35
Tickets available online, or by calling 308-627-5796.
Season Ticket Holders can reserve beginning November 3.
General Public Tickets available November 10.
Paid ticket required for all ages. Not recommended for age 3 and under.
A modern day holiday classic based on the beloved film, Elf The Musical is sure to make everyone embrace their inner elf. Buddy, a young orphan, mistakenly crawls into Santa’s bag of gifts and is transported to the North Pole. Unaware that he is actually human, Buddy’s enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. With Santa’s permission, Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to find his father and discover his true identity. Faced with the harsh realities that his father is on the naughty list, Buddy is determined to win over his new family and help New York remember the true meaning of Christmas. The score is jam-packed with rousing anthems of holiday cheer, including “Christmastown,” “Sparklejollytwinklejingley,” and “There is a Santa Claus.” After all, the best way to spread Christmas Cheer is singing loud for all to hear. Presented at the Merryman Performing Arts Center with a limited number of performances, be sure to add this show to your Christmas Wish List early.
Time
(Thursday) 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Location
Merryman Performing Arts Center
19dec7:00 pm9:30 pmElf the Musical7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Merryman Performing Arts Center
Event Details
Elf the Musical Merryman Performing Arts Center December 18-22 • 7 pm December 20 & 21 • 2pm Adults
Event Details
Elf the Musical
Merryman Performing Arts Center
December 18-22 • 7 pm
December 20 & 21 • 2pm
Adults $25, $35, $45
Students $15, $25, $35
Tickets available online, or by calling 308-627-5796.
Season Ticket Holders can reserve beginning November 3.
General Public Tickets available November 10.
Paid ticket required for all ages. Not recommended for age 3 and under.
A modern day holiday classic based on the beloved film, Elf The Musical is sure to make everyone embrace their inner elf. Buddy, a young orphan, mistakenly crawls into Santa’s bag of gifts and is transported to the North Pole. Unaware that he is actually human, Buddy’s enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. With Santa’s permission, Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to find his father and discover his true identity. Faced with the harsh realities that his father is on the naughty list, Buddy is determined to win over his new family and help New York remember the true meaning of Christmas. The score is jam-packed with rousing anthems of holiday cheer, including “Christmastown,” “Sparklejollytwinklejingley,” and “There is a Santa Claus.” After all, the best way to spread Christmas Cheer is singing loud for all to hear. Presented at the Merryman Performing Arts Center with a limited number of performances, be sure to add this show to your Christmas Wish List early.
Time
(Friday) 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Location
Merryman Performing Arts Center
20dec2:00 pm4:30 pmElf the Musical2:00 pm - 4:30 pm Merryman Performing Arts Center
Event Details
Elf the Musical Merryman Performing Arts Center December 18-22 • 7 pm December 20 & 21 • 2pm Adults
Event Details
Elf the Musical
Merryman Performing Arts Center
December 18-22 • 7 pm
December 20 & 21 • 2pm
Adults $25, $35, $45
Students $15, $25, $35
Tickets available online, or by calling 308-627-5796.
Season Ticket Holders can reserve beginning November 3.
General Public Tickets available November 10.
Paid ticket required for all ages. Not recommended for age 3 and under.
A modern day holiday classic based on the beloved film, Elf The Musical is sure to make everyone embrace their inner elf. Buddy, a young orphan, mistakenly crawls into Santa’s bag of gifts and is transported to the North Pole. Unaware that he is actually human, Buddy’s enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. With Santa’s permission, Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to find his father and discover his true identity. Faced with the harsh realities that his father is on the naughty list, Buddy is determined to win over his new family and help New York remember the true meaning of Christmas. The score is jam-packed with rousing anthems of holiday cheer, including “Christmastown,” “Sparklejollytwinklejingley,” and “There is a Santa Claus.” After all, the best way to spread Christmas Cheer is singing loud for all to hear. Presented at the Merryman Performing Arts Center with a limited number of performances, be sure to add this show to your Christmas Wish List early.
Time
(Saturday) 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Location
Merryman Performing Arts Center
20dec7:00 pm9:30 pmElf the Musical7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Merryman Performing Arts Center
Event Details
Elf the Musical Merryman Performing Arts Center December 18-22 • 7 pm December 20 & 21 • 2pm Adults
Event Details
Elf the Musical
Merryman Performing Arts Center
December 18-22 • 7 pm
December 20 & 21 • 2pm
Adults $25, $35, $45
Students $15, $25, $35
Tickets available online, or by calling 308-627-5796.
Season Ticket Holders can reserve beginning November 3.
General Public Tickets available November 10.
Paid ticket required for all ages. Not recommended for age 3 and under.
A modern day holiday classic based on the beloved film, Elf The Musical is sure to make everyone embrace their inner elf. Buddy, a young orphan, mistakenly crawls into Santa’s bag of gifts and is transported to the North Pole. Unaware that he is actually human, Buddy’s enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. With Santa’s permission, Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to find his father and discover his true identity. Faced with the harsh realities that his father is on the naughty list, Buddy is determined to win over his new family and help New York remember the true meaning of Christmas. The score is jam-packed with rousing anthems of holiday cheer, including “Christmastown,” “Sparklejollytwinklejingley,” and “There is a Santa Claus.” After all, the best way to spread Christmas Cheer is singing loud for all to hear. Presented at the Merryman Performing Arts Center with a limited number of performances, be sure to add this show to your Christmas Wish List early.
Time
(Saturday) 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Location
Merryman Performing Arts Center
21dec2:00 pm4:30 pmElf the Musical2:00 pm - 4:30 pm Merryman Performing Arts Center
Event Details
Elf the Musical Merryman Performing Arts Center December 18-22 • 7 pm December 20 & 21 • 2pm Adults
Event Details
Elf the Musical
Merryman Performing Arts Center
December 18-22 • 7 pm
December 20 & 21 • 2pm
Adults $25, $35, $45
Students $15, $25, $35
Tickets available online, or by calling 308-627-5796.
Season Ticket Holders can reserve beginning November 3.
General Public Tickets available November 10.
Paid ticket required for all ages. Not recommended for age 3 and under.
A modern day holiday classic based on the beloved film, Elf The Musical is sure to make everyone embrace their inner elf. Buddy, a young orphan, mistakenly crawls into Santa’s bag of gifts and is transported to the North Pole. Unaware that he is actually human, Buddy’s enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. With Santa’s permission, Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to find his father and discover his true identity. Faced with the harsh realities that his father is on the naughty list, Buddy is determined to win over his new family and help New York remember the true meaning of Christmas. The score is jam-packed with rousing anthems of holiday cheer, including “Christmastown,” “Sparklejollytwinklejingley,” and “There is a Santa Claus.” After all, the best way to spread Christmas Cheer is singing loud for all to hear. Presented at the Merryman Performing Arts Center with a limited number of performances, be sure to add this show to your Christmas Wish List early.
Time
(Sunday) 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Location
Merryman Performing Arts Center
21dec7:00 pm9:30 pmElf the Musical7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Merryman Performing Arts Center
Event Details
Elf the Musical Merryman Performing Arts Center December 18-22 • 7 pm December 20 & 21 • 2pm Adults
Event Details
Elf the Musical
Merryman Performing Arts Center
December 18-22 • 7 pm
December 20 & 21 • 2pm
Adults $25, $35, $45
Students $15, $25, $35
Tickets available online, or by calling 308-627-5796.
Season Ticket Holders can reserve beginning November 3.
General Public Tickets available November 10.
Paid ticket required for all ages. Not recommended for age 3 and under.
A modern day holiday classic based on the beloved film, Elf The Musical is sure to make everyone embrace their inner elf. Buddy, a young orphan, mistakenly crawls into Santa’s bag of gifts and is transported to the North Pole. Unaware that he is actually human, Buddy’s enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. With Santa’s permission, Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to find his father and discover his true identity. Faced with the harsh realities that his father is on the naughty list, Buddy is determined to win over his new family and help New York remember the true meaning of Christmas. The score is jam-packed with rousing anthems of holiday cheer, including “Christmastown,” “Sparklejollytwinklejingley,” and “There is a Santa Claus.” After all, the best way to spread Christmas Cheer is singing loud for all to hear. Presented at the Merryman Performing Arts Center with a limited number of performances, be sure to add this show to your Christmas Wish List early.
Time
(Sunday) 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Location
Merryman Performing Arts Center
22dec7:00 pm9:30 pmElf the Musical7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Merryman Performing Arts Center
Event Details
Elf the Musical Merryman Performing Arts Center December 18-22 • 7 pm December 20 & 21 • 2pm Adults
Event Details
Elf the Musical
Merryman Performing Arts Center
December 18-22 • 7 pm
December 20 & 21 • 2pm
Adults $25, $35, $45
Students $15, $25, $35
Tickets available online, or by calling 308-627-5796.
Season Ticket Holders can reserve beginning November 3.
General Public Tickets available November 10.
Paid ticket required for all ages. Not recommended for age 3 and under.
A modern day holiday classic based on the beloved film, Elf The Musical is sure to make everyone embrace their inner elf. Buddy, a young orphan, mistakenly crawls into Santa’s bag of gifts and is transported to the North Pole. Unaware that he is actually human, Buddy’s enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. With Santa’s permission, Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to find his father and discover his true identity. Faced with the harsh realities that his father is on the naughty list, Buddy is determined to win over his new family and help New York remember the true meaning of Christmas. The score is jam-packed with rousing anthems of holiday cheer, including “Christmastown,” “Sparklejollytwinklejingley,” and “There is a Santa Claus.” After all, the best way to spread Christmas Cheer is singing loud for all to hear. Presented at the Merryman Performing Arts Center with a limited number of performances, be sure to add this show to your Christmas Wish List early.
Time
(Monday) 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Location
Merryman Performing Arts Center