Your new home for comedy

…and so much more!

The Blackstone Theater is a one-of-a-kind, non-profit, intimate venue that offers a variety of live performances and is home to Big Canvas Comedy, Omaha’s only family-friendly, short-form improv comedy group.

Whatever Happens - Mature Audience

Whatever Happens – Mature Audience

December 12, 8:00 pm

A mad bit of free-from improv, music, random half-truths and…well… WHATEVER HAPPENS!

The Laugh Crafters - Family Friendly Improv

The Laugh Crafters – Family Friendly Improv

December 13, 7:00 pm

A hilarious group of Big Canvas improvisers brings short-form improv for the whole family to the Blackstone district every 2nd Friday. Each show is a new adventure you don’t want to miss!

Cast: Dwayne Brown, Bill Swanson, Missy Nissen, Melanie Smith, Dean Brame, Warren Whitted, Stephanie Olson

Note: Cast members are subject to change based on availability

Midwest Best Comedy - Stand Up - Mature Audience

Midwest Best Comedy – Stand Up – Mature Audience

December 13, 8:30 pm

Stand-up comics from the Midwest (and beyond) are bound to leave you laughing like you never have before in this hour-long comedy showcase.

Making a Scene - Family Friendly Improv

Making a Scene – Family Friendly Improv

December 20, 7:00 pm

A hilarious group of Big Canvas improvisers brings short-form improv for the whole family to the Blackstone district every 3rd Friday. Each show is a new adventure you don’t want to miss!

Cast: Tracie Mauk, Ben Webb, Sean Flaherty, Cassi Warren & Stephen Alloy

Note: Cast members are subject to change based on availability

Improv Comedy CLASS

Improv Comedy CLASS

February 3, 7:00 pm

🎭📚 Unlock the power of storytelling with the Big Canvas Training Center! 🎭📚

Starting February 3rd, join us for a 4-week improv class focused on storytelling, held every Monday from 7 pm to 9 pm at the Blackstone Theater. This engaging class is perfect for everyone—whether you’re a beginner or an experienced performer!

🗓️ Dates: Mondays, February 3rd, 10th, 17th and 24th ⏰ Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

📍 Location: Blackstone Theater, 3624 Farnam St, Omaha, NE 💲 Cost: $150 for the 4-week session

https://buytickets.at/blackstonetheater/1494935

✨ Why join? ✨

Do you need to tell stories about your data or work? This class is for you!

Ever wanted to try improv? This class is for you!

Thinking about writing a book? This class is for you!

Are you a short-form improv performer wanting to learn storytelling games? This class is for you!

Long-form improv performer looking to weave detailed stories with a team? This class is for you!

And that’s not all! You’ll showcase your new skills with an on-stage performance at the end of the class on Saturday 3/1/2025. 🎉

💡 Improve your storytelling abilities and life skills through improv—creating unforgettable characters, building captivating narratives, or enhancing your communication skills, this class will help you excel!

Sign up today and be a part of the best improv classes in Omaha! Please reserve your spot at blackstonetheater.org or join us at the theater.

Big Canvas – Comedy For Everyone

Big Canvas Training Center – Where Life Skills Meet The Stage

Blackstone Theater – Every Story Deserves a Stage

Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to learn and grow! See you there! 🌟 #BigCanvasTraining #OmahaImprov #StorytellingSkills #ImprovClass #BlackstoneTheater

Improv Comedy CLASS

Improv Comedy CLASS

February 10, 7:00 pm

🎭📚 Unlock the power of storytelling with the Big Canvas Training Center! 🎭📚

Starting February 3rd, join us for a 4-week improv class focused on storytelling, held every Monday from 7 pm to 9 pm at the Blackstone Theater. This engaging class is perfect for everyone—whether you’re a beginner or an experienced performer!

🗓️ Dates: Mondays, February 3rd, 10th, 17th and 24th ⏰ Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

📍 Location: Blackstone Theater, 3624 Farnam St, Omaha, NE 💲 Cost: $150 for the 4-week session

https://buytickets.at/blackstonetheater/1494935

✨ Why join? ✨

Do you need to tell stories about your data or work? This class is for you!

Ever wanted to try improv? This class is for you!

Thinking about writing a book? This class is for you!

Are you a short-form improv performer wanting to learn storytelling games? This class is for you!

Long-form improv performer looking to weave detailed stories with a team? This class is for you!

And that’s not all! You’ll showcase your new skills with an on-stage performance at the end of the class on Saturday 3/1/2025. 🎉

💡 Improve your storytelling abilities and life skills through improv—creating unforgettable characters, building captivating narratives, or enhancing your communication skills, this class will help you excel!

Sign up today and be a part of the best improv classes in Omaha! Please reserve your spot at blackstonetheater.org or join us at the theater.

Big Canvas – Comedy For Everyone

Big Canvas Training Center – Where Life Skills Meet The Stage

Blackstone Theater – Every Story Deserves a Stage

Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to learn and grow! See you there! 🌟 #BigCanvasTraining #OmahaImprov #StorytellingSkills #ImprovClass #BlackstoneTheater

Blackstone Theater - 3624 Farnam Street, Omaha, NE, 68131

ESTABLISHED IN 2019

Come see us for a fun, entertaining evening!

Classes

Come learn comedy with us! Comedy classes are a great way to build confidence, think on your feet and have fun. Our faculty from Big Canvas Comedy has years of teaching and performance experience. 

Book Us

Whether you need help designing a workshop, hosting a party, raising funds for a non-profit organization or just need a performance venue, we are here to help.

Our theater seats up to 75 guests, and we love hosting private events too!