🎭 A huge thank-you to Shelterbelt Theatre from all of us at Radio Theatre Omaha for generously sharing your space with us! ❤️ Now more than ever, theatres helping theatres — that’s the kind of collaboration that helps our arts community grow and flourish. When we support one another, we all thrive. Be sure to follow Shelterbelt Theatre on social media and see their amazing shows — they have done and continue to do fantastic work! @theshelterbelt #TheatreCommunity #SupportTheArts #RadioTheatreOmaha #ShelterbeltTheatre #OmahaArts #StrongerTogether #CommunitySupport #SeeLiveTheatre

🌈 Happy Pride Month from Radio Theatre Omaha! 🌈 This June, we celebrate the vibrant voices, bold stories, and powerful contributions of the LGBTQIA+ community—not just in the world, but right here in our theatre family. Theatre has always been a space where truth is spoken, identities are embraced, and compassion, empathy, and love take center stage. The LGBTQIA+ community has helped shape the heart of theatre with courage, creativity, and authenticity—and we are endlessly grateful. At Radio Theatre Omaha, we are committed to amplifying queer voices, honoring diverse stories, and creating spaces where everyone belongs. 🏳️‍🌈 This month and EVERY month is Pride Month. We stand proud. We stand together. #PrideMonth #RadioTheatreOmaha #LGBTQIA #TheatreIsForEveryone #VoicesThatMatter #CelebrateLove

🌟 Meet Francisco Franco — our Managing Director and all-around theatre powerhouse! 🎭 Francisco is a theater artist based in Omaha, Nebraska, and we’re lucky to have him helping lead the way as Managing Director of Radio Theatre Omaha (RTO). He brings a wealth of creative energy, community spirit, and behind-the-scenes magic to everything we do. In addition to his role at RTO, Francisco is the Rental Manager and Production Assistant at BlueBarn Theatre, and his directing credits span from UNO’s QWIT Festival to the Crossing The Street Festival. He’s also co-directed powerful pieces like Perdido En Mi Cabeza (Blue Barn Big Damn Door Festival) and Mother Night (Omaha’s Fringe Festival), and you may have seen him perform in Dance Nation (Blue Barn Theatre), Meet Me in St. Louis (Bellevue Little Theatre), Stories On The Brink (Anastasis Theatre), and Down the Rabbit Hole (Radio Theatre Omaha) — just to name a few. Whether he’s on stage, backstage, or on the mic, Francisco brings heart, vision, and serious talent to the world of audio drama and live theatre. 🎧🎙️ #MeetTheTeam #FranciscoFranco #RadioTheatreOmaha #OmahaTheatre #DirectorLife #AudioDrama #RTOFamily

🎉 Say hello to board member — Brian Kokensparger! 🎙️ Brian is a writer, actor, and longtime professor at Creighton University, where he blends computer science with storytelling and digital humanities (yes, he’s that cool). He’s all about using audio drama to make a real impact — the kind that sticks with you long after the credits roll. He’s also a proud husband to Karen and dad to two amazing daughters, Anna and Kathleen — who are now raising the next generation of little audio drama makers. We’re so excited to have Brian on board and can’t wait for the creativity and heart he brings to the table. #WelcomeBrian #RadioTheatreOmaha #RTO #AudioDramaLife #BoardOfDirectors #StorytellingMatters #DigitalHumanitiesVibes

🇺🇸 Honoring Memorial Day 🇺🇸 Today, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Their courage and sacrifice echo through history—and through the stories we tell. At Radio Theatre Omaha, we are forever grateful for those who made the ultimate sacrifice. On this Memorial Day, we reflect, we remember, and we give thanks. 🎙️ In memory. In gratitude. In voice. #MemorialDay #HonorAndRemember #RadioTheatreOmaha

To the Incredible Cast and Crew of PERSEVERANCE — Thank You! What an unforgettable journey this has been. Your heart, your grit, and your talent brought Perseverance to life in a way we couldn’t have imagined. Thank you for showing up with passion, for supporting one another, and for trusting the process. You reminded us all what true perseverance looks like — not just in the story we told, but in how we told it together. From all of us at RTO, we thank you for sharing your hard work and talent with us! #PerseverancePlay #ThankYouCast #TheatreFamily #Gratitude #RadioTheatreOmaha #RTO

It’s almost time to take off! 🚀🚀 We’re just 30 minutes away from opening night, and we couldn’t be more excited to share this show with you. The cast, crew, and creative team have poured their hearts into every moment—now it’s your turn to experience the magic. Let’s do this! #OpeningNight #LiveTheatre #Showtime #RadioTheatreOmaha #RTO #LocalScript #Perseverance

🌟 Cast Announcement 🌟 Please join us in welcoming Kelsi Weston to the cast of Perseverance as Wreathe! Kelsi is a local actor and dedicated teaching artist, known for her passion for both performance and arts education. She works with Omaha Performing Arts as a teaching artist for the Disney Musicals in Schools and Wolf Trap programs, helping to make the magic of theatre accessible to all. On stage, Kelsi has brought heart and versatility to roles such as Emily in Our Town, Raina in Arms and the Man (with Brigit Saint Brigit Theatre), and as part of the ensemble in Heathers at the Blue Barn Theater. In 2023, she made her directorial debut with Become Paradise at the Omaha Fringe Festival. As Wreathe, Kelsi brings a dynamic presence and a deep commitment to storytelling—qualities that make her an essential part of the PERSEVERANCE crew. We’re thrilled to have her aboard! #CastAnnouncement #MeetTheCast #KelsiWeston #Wreathe #Perseverance #RadioTheatreOmaha #RTO #LocalTheatre #InclusiveArts #AudioDrama

🚀 Cast Announcement 🚀 Please join us in welcoming Qhayisa Mafilika to the cast of Perseverance as Redd! A talented and passionate actor, Qhayisa is thrilled to make his Radio Theatre Omaha debut in this gripping new production. With a deep love for storytelling and performance, he has previously brought powerful characters to life—including Othello, Romeo, and Juror #4 in Twelve Angry Jurors. Now, as Redd, Qhayisa joins the ill-fated crew of PERSEVERANCE—a role that demands emotional depth, resilience, and raw humanity. He’s honored to share the stage with such a dedicated ensemble and grateful for the opportunity to bring this story to life. We’re proud to have him aboard. Welcome, Qhayisa! #CastAnnouncement #MeetTheCast #QhayisaMafilika #Redd #RadioTheatreOmaha #RTO #PERSEVERANCE #Perseverance #TheatreLife #Storytelling

🎧 Leadership Spotlight 🎧 Meet the Mind Behind the Mission We’re proud to introduce Jackson Newman, the Artistic Director of Radio Theatre Omaha (RTO) and the creative force guiding our latest production, PERSEVERANCE. Originally from Council Bluffs, Jackson brings a rich background in theatre to his role—having performed in and directed productions across the Midwest. His work is defined by a strong narrative sensibility and a passion for meaningful, thought-provoking storytelling. Before stepping into leadership, Jackson was a featured voice artist in several beloved RTO productions, including The Grinch Who Came to Dinner, Atlas Slugged, and Down the Rabbit Hole. That experience as a performer continues to shape his directorial vision, infusing each project with depth, nuance, and heart. As we embark on the ill-fated mission of PERSEVERANCE, Jackson invites you to lean in, listen closely… and try not to mind the sounds outside the station. It’s just the sandstorm. Godspeed. #ArtisticDirector #BehindTheScenes #JacksonNewman #RadioTheatreOmaha #RTO #PERSEVERANCE #LeadershipSpotlight #AudioDrama #Storytelling

🎙️ Cast Announcement 🎙️ We’re excited to welcome Timothy Mantil to the cast of Perseverance as Myles! A Canadian-born actor, Timothy is thrilled to be making his return to Radio Theatre Omaha. Trained in Acting and Directing at the University of Nebraska at Omaha, he has brought powerful performances to the stage in productions like One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest, The Clearing, and Our Town. On screen, Timothy is known for his work in film and television, including Nervous Records (which premiered on KPAO) and Inner Worlds. Off the stage and screen, he writes under the name T. E. Mantil, with several books and plays to his credit. As Myles, Timothy brings a commanding presence and thoughtful intensity we can’t wait to share with you. Welcome back, Timothy! #CastAnnouncement #MeetTheCast #TimothyMantil #Myles #Perseverance #RadioTheatreOmaha #RTO #IndieTheatre #Storytelling

🚀 Get ready for lift-off! Join us for PERSEVERANCE, a thrilling live audio drama by T.E. Mantil, brought to you by Radio Theatre Omaha! 🎙️✨ 🗓️ May 23 @ 7PM 🗓️ May 24 @ 2PM 📍 Shelterbelt Theatre – 4383 Nicholas St, Ste 204, Omaha, NE 68131 🎟️ Just $10 — Pay at the door with Cash, Venmo, or PayPal Step aboard for a journey through sound, story, and suspense. This is radio drama like you’ve never experienced it before. 🚨🎧 #RadioTheatreOmaha #RTO #ShelterbeltTheatre #LiveAudioDrama #PerseveranceShow #SciFiTheatre #OmahaEvents #SupportLocalTheatre #RadioDramaReturns

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