Accessibility

Omaha Performing Arts (O-pa) is responsible for managing the Holland Center and Orpheum Theater and committed to making every patron’s experience accessible, safe and extraordinary. We use feedback from patrons and community partners to improve accessibility features at both venues. O-pa staff and volunteers are happy to accommodate requests so that all patrons can enjoy a performance without barrier.

 


Curbside Drop-off

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curbside drop off

Holland Center
The drop-off zone is located on the south side of the Holland Center on Douglas Street. Courtesy wheelchairs are available and can be requested upon arrival by asking security or an ambassador. 

Orpheum Theater
The drop-off zone is located on the west side of the Orpheum Theater on 16th Street. Courtesy wheelchairs are available and can be requested upon arrival by asking security or an ambassador. 

Parking

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parking

Holland Center
Accessible parking is available in our Arrival Plaza located east of the Holland Center and can be accessed from Douglas Street. An entrance to the building is conveniently located near the stalls. There are also accessible parking stalls on all streets surrounding the Holland Center.

Orpheum Theater
Accessible parking stalls are located on streets surrounding the Orpheum Theater and the entrance to the building is on 16th Street. You may also use the accessible parking stalls in the OPPD Energy Plaza garage on Howard Street between 16th and 17th Streets. The Skylink takes you directly to the balcony level of the theater and elevators are available.

Service Animals

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service animals

Service dogs and miniature horses are welcome inside the Holland Center and the Orpheum Theater and must always remain on a leash or in a harness. If you intend to bring a service animal to a performance, please notify your ticket agent at the time of purchase so that we can identify the most suitable seating location for you.

Find more information about Nebraska law regarding service animals here.

Restrooms

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restrooms

Wheelchair-accessible restrooms are located at both the Holland Center and the Orpheum Theater. Companion restrooms and lactation rooms are available in both venues. Please request the assistance of an Ambassador to direct you to the correct locations.

Seating

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accessible seating

The Holland Center and Orpheum Theater have wheelchair and scooter accessible locations where patrons can remain in their mobility devices or transfer to theater seats. Look for the designation when ordering online at ticketomaha.com or call our Ticket Omaha Office directly at 402.345.0606. Seating options are also available for guests with visual and hearing disabilities or in need of Bariatric seating and can be requested when purchasing tickets by phone or in person.

Stage Accommodations

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stage accomodations

Accessible backstage accommodations are available for performers and technicians, including accessible entries, dressing rooms and restrooms.

The stages at the Holland Center and Orpheum Theater are also accessible to patrons using a mobility device.

ASL Interpreted Performances

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Assistive Listening Device

 

The first Saturday matinee performance of each Broadway show in the Orpheum Theater will be designated as an ASL-interpreted performance.

Requests for American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation for all other performances should go directly through our Ticket Omaha box office. Please call 402.345.0606 or email ticketomaha@o-pa.org at least two weeks prior to your show so we can secure a sign language interpreter for you.

23/24 Broadway Saturday matinee dates:

  • FUNNY GIRL - November 16, 2024
  • PETER PAN -  December 7, 2024
  • CLUE - January 11, 2025
  • KIMBERLY AKIMBO - February 15, 2025
  • HADESTOWN - March 15, 2025
  • SOME LIKE IT HOT - March 29, 2025
  • HAMILTON - May 10, 2025
  • MJ The Musical - June 14, 2025

Assistive-Listening Devices

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assistive listening devices

Assistive-listening devices amplify and clarify sound by cutting down or eliminating ambient noise. The Holland Center uses an FM stereo system that broadcasts the audio feed through radio frequencies to listening devices within the hall. You may check out a device from the coat check room in the ground floor lobby. There is no charge to use our devices, but a valid ID is required. Please ask an Ambassador for assistance.

The Orpheum Theater uses an inductive loop (T-coil) system that wirelessly transmits sound through magnetic waves to heading aids with a T-coil setting. A T-coil can be used directly with your hearing aid or you may check out a device at the House Manager’s desk. There is no charge to use our devices, but a valid ID is required. Please ask an Ambassador for assistance.

Audio Description

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audio description

Audio description for patrons with vision loss is provided free of charge in collaboration with Radio Talking Book Services.

The first Saturday matinee performance of each Broadway show in the Orpheum Theater will be designated as an audio-described performance. A descriptive preshow begins 20 minutes prior to curtain.

Requests for audio description should go directly through our Ticket Omaha box office. Please call 402.345.0606 or email ticketomaha@o-pa.org at least two weeks prior to your show so we can make every reasonable effort to secure audio description for you.

23/24 Broadway Saturday matinee dates:

  • FUNNY GIRL - November 16, 2024
  • PETER PAN -  December 7, 2024
  • CLUE - January 11, 2025
  • KIMBERLY AKIMBO - February 15, 2025
  • HADESTOWN - March 15, 2025
  • SOME LIKE IT HOT - March 29, 2025
  • HAMILTON - May 10, 2025
  • MJ The Musical - June 14, 2025

 

Closed Captioning

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closed captioning

Omaha Performing Arts offers a closed captioning experience for patrons with hearing loss. We use the GalaPro app, which can be downloaded for free to your smartphone prior to attending a Broadway show. The app may be used with Apple or Android devices. Get the directions here.

If you do not have a smartphone, we have iPads for check-out at the House Manager’s desk in the Orpheum Theater and at the Welcome Center in the Holland Center. There is no charge to use our devices, but a valid ID is required. Please see an Ambassador for assistance.

Requests for closed captioning for performances other than Broadway should go directly through our Ticket Omaha box office. Please call 402.345.0606 or email ticketomaha@o-pa.org at least two weeks prior to your show so we can make every reasonable effort to secure captioning for you.

    Sensory Inclusive Performances

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    SI

    A select number of Omaha Performing Arts performances are designated as sensory inclusive for those with sensitivities to light, loud noises or surprise elements of a show. These productions are presented in a relaxed, welcoming environment. Subtle changes to technical elements may include: 

    • low house lights
    • the removal of strobe and fog effects
    • avoidance of sudden changes in amplified sound 

    Guests may use a break area and are welcome to bring headphones, ear plugs, security objects and tablets into the performance venue.

    For performances that are not modified to be sensory inclusive, the Holland Center and Orpheum Theater are still equipped with on-hand sensory kits and noise-canceling headphones for patrons to check out at the time of arrival. Kit materials include sunglasses, verbal cue cards, and fidget items. Please see an Ambassador on duty for assistance with kits.

    Social Experience Narrative

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    social story

    View the O-pa Social Experience Narrative for the Holland Center.

    View the O-pa Social Experience Narrative for the Orpheum Theater.



    We're Here to Help.

    For inquiries: info@o-pa.org
    Ticket Omaha Box Office: 402.345.0606 | 866.434.8587
    Omaha Performing Arts Administration: 402.345.0202

     

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