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Nov. 5
Spectrum
Nomad Lounge, 1013 Jones St.
Reception 7-10 p.m., FREE,
through Nov. 29,
nomadlounge.com,
worldsofwayne.libsyn.com
Wayne Brekke is a man of many talents. Whether touring with Brad Hoshaw, laying down another podcast for his “Worlds Of Wayne” show, or haunting the bar stools of Benson with the Zombie Walk, he’s embedded within Omaha’s creative scene in a multitude of mediums; including the visual arts. And on this night, instead of opting for his classic home art show, he’s debuting works reflecting his varying approach and personality in the art-making process. A portion of all art sales from Spectrum will go to the Kent Bellows Studio and Center for Visual Arts. (Editor’s note: Just one among many of Brekke’s talents, he is also a Reader contributor).
— Brent Crampton
Nov. 5-8
Almost an Evening
SkullDuggery Productions at Flixx Cabaret, 10th and Pacific,
7 p.m. (6 p.m. Sun.)
$18, $12 seniors, $10 students, 317.7893
It has a Hell of a theme for three one-acts by Ethan Coen, best known for making films with his bro. Four Benches, e.g., takes a British intelligence agent to steam baths, and an even hotter prospect. Another called Waiting is billed as “someone waits somewhere for quite some time.” Then there’s Debate which takes up cosmic questions. All this is directed by Andrew McGreevy with the likes of Dave Wingert, Mary Kelly, D. Kevin Williams (not his first stage trip to Hades), Lucy Zukaitis and more, just south of the art deco depot.
— Warren Francke
THURSDAY5
Nov. 5
Matisyahu w/ Trevor Hall
Slowdown, 729 N. 14th St.
9 p.m., $26,
onepercentproductions.com
A Hasidic Jew who raps about the majesty of God and Jewish history set to reggae beats, Matisyahu is far more than just gimmick. His act achieves a unique impact in the music world with his liturgical lyrics and musical elements cherry-picked from several genres. Trevor Hall combines thick bass and funky acoustic guitar with a mellow yet lively energy that complements Matisyahu’s set quite incredibly. Citing Bob Dylan and Bob Marley as inspirations, Hall is still new to the scene but making himself known. Spirituality and joy are the messages at this show; don’t miss a night of authentic style.
— Mike Bell
Nov. 5
Sculpture and Reliefs: Steven Bauer and Lawrence Sosso
Jackson Artworks, 1108 Jackson St.
Reception 6-9 p.m., FREE,
through Nov. 29, 341.1832,
jacksonartworks.com
Two well-known Omaha artists will show new work with vastly contrasting styles beginning this weekend. Steven Bauer will show a series he created based on an imaginary civilization he created. Bauer created objects the imaginary people would have used and a virtual history of their culture. Using this, he created this body of new, minimal work using the pigments, handmade paper and organic materials he’s known for. Larry Sosso’s steel wire pieces with playful, figurative elements are included in lots of local private and corporate collections; and his latest works, wall relief pieces, use shadow and light as a key element.
— Sarah Baker Hansen
FRIDAY6
Nov. 6
Boulder Acoustic Society
FolkHouse, 2440 Fontenelle Blvd.,
7:30 p.m., $15, 932.8551,
folkhouseconcerts.com
The first time I saw Boulder Acoustic Society I was not expecting to be especially impressed, but was blown away by a mid-set New York Dolls cover. In retrospect, I was also struck by a band that had lived up to the heaping piles of hyperbolic praise placed upon them. They were a “swinging band of young monsters,” they could play “anything they want,” and they did suffer from “rampant eclecticism.” They proved to be a top-notch folk outfit with punk rock sensibilities that has a lot of infectious fun. The evening also marks the 100th FolkHouse show.
— Paul Clark
SATURDAY7
Nov. 7
Itzhak Perlman
with the Omaha Symphony
Holland Performing Arts Center,
1200 Douglas St.
8 p.m., $40-$150, 342.3560,
omahasymphony.org
Classical music rarely produces bona fide celebrities like violin phenom Itzhak Perlman. His fame, won not just by his talent but also by his loveable personality, is apparent in the many appearances he’s made in his roughly 50-year career, which began on the Ed Sullivan show when he was 13 years old. Since then, he’s done everything from Letterman to the Obama inauguration. “You know that you’ve achieved greatness if you appear on ‘Sesame Street,’ and Perlman has been on ‘Sesame Street’ a number of times,” Omaha Symphony’s Resident Conductor, Ernest Richardson said. “He is one of the most important violinists of our time. For us to have a chance to hear him perform with our orchestra is remarkable. We are truly excited about having this great artist here.”
— Patricia Sindelar
Nov. 7
Gil Mantera’s Party Dream
Slowdown, 729 N. 14th St.
9 p.m., $8, 345.7575, theslowdown.com
Wild times are ahead if you decide to walk down the spandex laden, sweaty streets of Gil Mantera’s Party Dream. Push-ups, panty exposures and synth-pop driven, early ’80s dance dreamscapes are part of this famed live show that plays out like an extended joke with sweet, nostalgic melodies. And the act’s music videos are something you’d expect to see on a “Beavis and Butt-head” late-night campy music video raid. Striptease performances and vocoders aside, that doesn’t mean they shouldn’t be taken seriously at some point. The group’s 2006 performances at SXSW earned them a “Best Show” award from the Village Voice.
— Brent Crampton
Nov. 7
“The Wanda Sykes Show”
10 p.m., Fox, Cox Channel 10
Jay Leno’s new talk show is widely considered a disappointment; Conan O’Brien’s numbers are bad; and David Letterman is swimming in scandal. The bar couldn’t be set any lower for impolite comedian Wanda Sykes, who enters the talk-show wars this week. It also doesn’t hurt that “Saturday Night Live” has run about 10 lame sketches for every funny one so far this season. If Sykes tells only one good joke during this week’s debut episode, I’m prepared to proclaim her show a success.
— Dean Robbins
Nov. 7
Fall Free Admission Day
Fontenelle Forest, 1111 Bellevue Blvd. North, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., FREE, 731.3140, fontenelleforest.org
There are amazing transformations at work during the harvest season that draw the attention of city dwellers back onto the spectacle of nature. And when it’s time to take respite from the urban jungle, there is no place more suitable than Fontenelle Forest, and no better time to go than this Saturday for Fall Free Admission Day. You and the whole family can enjoy up-close encounters with all sorts of wildlife, hurrying with instinctive preparation as their world begins to retire for the winter. There will be several free activities as well hourly guided trail tours and admission to the Habitat Hollow indoor nature education exhibition. Kids will get loads of exercise running around the Acorn Acres eco-friendly play area. So, whether it’s an excuse to pry junior away from the Xbox or just a much needed breath of fresh air, today is the perfect chance for a sabbatical from city life, even if for just a few hours.
— Jim Morrison
Nov. 10-13
Riverdance Farewell
Performances
Orpheum Theatre, 409 S. 16th St.
7:30 p.m., $35-$55,
omahaperformingarts.org
Over a decade ago, Riverdance introduced many of us to the good ol’ fashioned Irish jig. Sadly, it’s time for one last dance. Barring a KISS-like encore, this will be the final time the show, which has made more than 10,000 performances and performed for over 21 million people, will perform in the area. More than just a show, Riverdance has helped bridge cultural gaps and spread Irish cheer across the globe. They’ve performed in Moscow’s Red Square, at the Great Wall of China and in 30 other countries. Give your happy feet one last chance to enjoy one of the most unique show’s you’ll ever see.
— Adam Froemming
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