The Omaha Symphony is getting into the Halloween spirit this season, presenting two shows themed around Halloween. I’m pretty psyched about both of them – but I have to tell you, the second one is a perfect show for the whole family.
The first one is “Scary Movie Music” this Saturday. You’ll hear the thrilling, chilling music from “Beetlejuice,” “Bride of Frankenstein,” “Harry Potter,” “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” and more. Cool, right?
This isn’t for youngsters, mind you. There won’t be any visuals accompanying the songs, but given the titles of some of the movies included, you’ll be replaying scary scenes in your head as the music is played.
You’re encouraged to come in costume. This would be a fun night out with friends!
The show you’ll want to bring your kids to see:
On Sunday, Oct. 26, families will want to attend the annual “Symphony Spooktacular.”
This year, magician Keith West will be a part of the show!
I brought both kids last year (they were 2 and almost 4 at the time) and it was fun! Read my review and see instrument petting zoo pictures here.
The show starts at 2 p.m., but you want to arrive early to enjoy the hands-on activities in the lobby. Kids are encouraged to wear costumes, after all, the musicians will be in costumes, too. There will be a little trick or treating following the show.
The Spooktacular is part of the Omaha Symphony’s Family series, kid-friendly shows in the daytime (LOVE that) that are short enough for most attention spans. I find toddlers will need a break before the end of the show, though. Each show that I’ve attended have been engaging and entertaining without dumbing a single thing down for kids. My 4-year-old has sat through every one he’s attended.
If you go
“Scary Movie Music”
When: Saturday, Oct. 18, 7:30 p.m.
Where: Holland Performing Arts Center, 1200 Douglas St., Keiwit Hall
“Symphony Spooktacular”
When: Sunday, Oct. 26, 2 p.m. (Tip: Arrive early and pick seats before doing the activities. If you have a young kid, you’ll want an aisle seat for easy exits)
Where: Holland Performing Arts Center, 1200 Douglas St., Keiwit Hall
Giveaway!
Want to see “Symphony Spooktacular”? Omaha Symphony has provided four tickets for one lucky reader to attend the show on Oct. 26! Giveaway ends Wednesday, Oct. 22, at 11:59 p.m. Prize is valued at $48.
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Janis Otterson
Wednesday 22nd of October 2014
From the movie Hocus Pocus
Jenny H
Wednesday 22nd of October 2014
What a fun date night with my husband!!
Jessy Tarumoto
Wednesday 22nd of October 2014
Fun!!!!
Tiffany S
Friday 17th of October 2014
Myself, my husband, my son and my baby daughter are going as the teenage mutant ninja turtles this year :)
Zach Pq
Friday 17th of October 2014
My daughter (7 years old) would have us all be cats.