Name: Cirque Carmen
Start: 2026-03-08T14:00:00
Location: Omaha Performing Arts

Troupe Vertigo, renowned for its gravity-defying performances, has teamed up with prestigious orchestras across the United States to present a series of awe-inspiring events. From the noir-inspired Cirque Noir with the Dallas Symphony Orchestra to the cinematic wonders of Cirque Cinema with the Colorado Symphony, each event promises a unique blend of acrobatics, music, and theatrical artistry. With performances set against the backdrop of iconic scores and classical masterpieces, Troupe Vertigo's tours are redefining the boundaries of artistic collaboration.

Troupe Vertigo: A Dazzling Blend of Circus and Symphony Across America

Prepare to be enthralled by Troupe Vertigo's mesmerizing performances as they collaborate with renowned symphony orchestras across the U.S. These events blend cirque acrobatics, classical music, and thematic storytelling into unforgettable spectacles. From the film noir-inspired 'Cirque Noir' with the Dallas Symphony Orchestra to the classic 'Nutcracker' reimagined with the Minnesota Orchestra, Troupe Vertigo elevates traditional performances to new artistic heights. Join us on this extraordinary journey where music and movement collide in breathtaking harmony.

Troupe Vertigo: A Symphony of Acrobatics and Artistry

As the Omaha Symphony gears up for a thrilling 2026 season, music lovers are in for a treat with a diverse lineup of events at the Omaha Performing Arts and Joslyn Art Museum. From the cinematic spectacle of How to Train Your Dragon in concert to an electrifying tribute to Elvis, the year promises a symphonic journey across genres and eras. With renowned musicians and conductors bringing timeless classics and innovative performances to life, the Omaha Symphony is set to captivate audiences with unforgettable experiences.

Unforgettable Symphonies: Omaha Symphony 2026 Event Highlights

Experience an exhilarating blend of music and circus arts with Troupe Vertigo, as they team up with renowned symphony orchestras across the United States. From spellbinding performances in Indianapolis to awe-inspiring acts in Naples and Omaha, Troupe Vertigo promises a captivating experience that transcends traditional boundaries, showcasing breathtaking acrobatics set to iconic musical scores. Discover how each performance brings a unique flavor of magic, music, and mastery, catering to audiences of all ages.

The Enchanting Fusion of Music and Circus: A Journey with Troupe Vertigo

The Omaha Symphony's 2026 season is a breathtaking journey across diverse musical landscapes, featuring iconic works and groundbreaking collaborations. From Stravinsky's Firebird to the rock anthems of The Who, patrons are treated to a series of concerts that showcase the brilliance of classical music alongside innovative fusions. With notable performances by artists like Francisco Fullana and Michelle DeYoung, these events promise to enchant audiences with their powerful narratives and masterful compositions.

Omaha Symphony's 2026 Season: A Musical Journey through Time and Genres

Discover a world where symphonies meet the circus in an unforgettable series of events that thrill the senses. From the exhilarating Cirque Carmen to the whimsical Mysterioso and the returning favorite Symphony Goes to Cirque, audiences are invited to experience a remarkable fusion of orchestral music and gravity-defying acrobatics. Each event features renowned conductors and talented performers, promising an evening of entertainment that transcends traditional artistic boundaries.

A Symphony of Spectacle: Cirque Carmen, Mysterioso, and Symphony Goes to Cirque

Ernest Richardson

Troupe Vertigo

Omaha Symphony

Come along on an unimaginable journey as the Omaha Symphony performs the classic opera score by French composer Georges Bizet alongside the mind-bending circus acts of Troupe Vertigo.

Cirque Carmen

Omaha Performing Arts

Guest conductor Paolo Bortolameolli leads the Omaha Symphony through a powerful program of Beethoven, Shostakovich, and Schoenberg. From the intensity of Egmont Overture to the fiery virtuosity of Cello Concerto No. 1 and the haunting beauty of Verklärte Nacht, this concert is a journey through passion and depth.

Ledwon Plays Shostakovich

Joslyn Art Museum

Join us as Maestro Ernest Richardson leads the orchestra, vocalists and rock musicians for a one-night-only performance, drawing from the albums My Generation, Meaty Beaty Big & Bouncy, The Who Sell Out, Who's Next, Quadrophenia, Who Are You, and the rock opera Tommy.

Tribute to The Who

Devotion centers this powerful program featuring the Omaha Symphony debut of pianist Zee Zee on Clara Schumann’s exceptional Piano Concerto.

Clara Schumann and Brahms

Maestro Ernest Richardson leads the Omaha Symphony in bringing magic Motown melodies to life featuring vocal powerhouses for an incredible evening full of classic hits made famous by The Spinners, The Stylistics, The Temptations, Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross, and Percy Sledge.

Let’s Groove Tonight: Motown & the Philly Sound

Spring arrives at the Joslyn with our principal winds and Mozart’s masterful Sinfonia Concertante.

Mozart & Dvořák

Lidiya Yankovskaya returns to conduct Beethoven’s iconic Symphony No. 5, before the orchestra and Opera Omaha take on a brand-new collaboration: Bartók’s haunting Bluebeard’s Castle. This psychologically intense one-act masterpiece will be performed with the Omaha Symphony on full display, telling the gripping story of Bluebeard and his wife Judith as they uncover dark secrets in his mysterious castle. Michelle DeYoung, renowned for her powerful voice, takes on the role of Judith, while baritone Ryan McKinny, whose voice “drips with gold” (Opera News), makes his Omaha Symphony debut as Bluebeard. This semi-staged concert experience, co-presented with Opera Omaha, offers a unique opportunity to dive into one of opera’s most compelling works.

Applied Underwriters Presents Beethoven’s Fifth & Bluebeard’s Castle

Experience the magic of the Amazon Rainforest through music and dance in this unforgettable collaboration between the Omaha Symphony and the Heartland Youth Ballet. Featuring a never-before-heard orchestral score by composer Matt Naughtin, this performance invites you to explore the lush beauty and captivating mystery of one of the world's most diverse ecosystems.

Journey to the Amazon

World-renowned a cappella sensation Rajaton bring their smooth harmonies to the songs that lit up the disco era, together with the Omaha Symphony.

Stayin’ Alive: The Bee Gees & Beyond

“A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away…” The Star Wars saga begins in Omaha as the groundbreaking blockbuster is screened in its entirety with John Williams’ Academy Award-winning score performed live.

Star Wars: A New Hope in Concert

Maestro JoAnn Falletta concludes the Symphony Joslyn series with Concertmaster Susanna Perry Gilmore and a sweeping program of new and old favorites.

Falletta & Perry Gilmore

The Texas Tenors and the Omaha Symphony perform a unique blend of country, classical, Broadway, and current pop music with breathtaking vocals, humor, and a touch of cowboy charm.

Cirque Carmen

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