International percussion sensation 'Stomp' to return to Lied Center

The smash hit production "Stomp" is back and wowing audiences once again. This thrilling show will make a return appearance at the Lied Center for Performing Arts at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln at 7:30p.m. Feb. 9 and 10.

"'Stomp' is as crisp and exuberant as if it had opened yesterday," declared the New York Times, while the Chicago Tribune calls it, "a phenomenal show! Bashing, crashing, smashing, swishing, banging and kicking -- a joyous invention!" Using only household objects like garbage can lids, sinks, brooms, plungers, buckets (and their own bodies) to create rhythms, the cast members put on extraordinary physical theater laced with music, dance and humor. The international sensation, created and directed by Luke Cresswell and Steve McNicholas, has returned better than ever, with more than a few new tricks up its sleeve. To their fans' delight, segments of the show have been updated and restructured, and two new full-scale routines involving tractor tires and paint cans have been added.

Having performed in more than 350 cities in 36 countries worldwide, "Stomp" continues its phenomenal 15-year run with the ongoing sell-out Off-Broadway production at New York's Orpheum Theatre, a North American tour, and two productions overseas: a London company and a European tour. "Stomp," an overwhelming success marked by rave reviews, numerous awards and sell-out engagements, is the winner of an Olivier Award for Best Choreography (London's Tony Award), a New York Obie Award, a Drama Desk Award for Unique Theatre Experience, and a Special Citation from Best Plays.

For more information about "Stomp," visit www.Stomponline.com.

This performance is possible in part by support from Holiday Inn. Tickets are $47, $42 and $37. UNL students and those at other participating colleges with a valid ID, and youth age 18 and younger may purchase tickets for half price. Call the Lied Ticket Office at (402) 472-4747 or (800) 432-3231 for availability. Regular ticket office hours are 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. weekdays. For weekday evening performances, Lied Center Ticket Office hours are from 11 a.m. until 30 minutes after show time. The Lied Center is located on the UNL City Campus at 301 N. 12th St. Tickets may also be purchased online at www.liedcenter.org.

As part of the Lied Center's ongoing education programming, a pre-performance talk will be held in the Lied Center's Steinhart Room a half hour before curtain or when the room is full. Noelle Bohaty, interim director of education at the Lincoln Community Playhouse will give the pre-talk for the Feb. 9 performance. Vince Learned, theatre professional/staff accompanist for UNL's dance program, will give the Feb. 10 pre-talk.

The Lied Center's 20th season is supported by Friends of Lied and Union Bank. All events in the Lied Center are made possible entirely or in part by the Lied Performance Fund, which has been established in memory of Ernst F. Lied and his parents, Ernst M. and Ida K. Lied. The Nebraska Arts Council, a state agency, has supported the programs of this organization through its matching grants program funded by the Nebraska Legislature; the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency; and the Nebraska Cultural Endowment.