The Lied Center strives to continue to bring world-renowned performing artists to Lincoln, Nebraska. We encourage you to explore the listing of upcoming events below for detailed information, including event dates, event summaries and ticket purchase details.
Tickets are also available by calling 402.472.4747 or visiting the Lied Ticket Office at 301 N 12th Street between 11:00 AM and 5:30 PM Monday through Friday.
Some of the upcoming events include:
Celtic Thunder MYTHOLOGY – October 25, 7:30 pm
You've seen them on PBS, and on Friday, October 25th, the awesome power of world music favorite Celtic Thunder returns to the main stage with a BRAND NEW performance of MYTHOLOGY. Celtic Thunder goes back to their roots to tell the story of their ancestors in Ireland, their legends, history, and stories.
Riders in the Sky – October 30, 7:30 pm
Multiple GRAMMY® Award-winning Riders in the Sky perform the greatest western hits of all time. For over 30 years, the Riders have spread their legendary humor and western wit. They are the keepers of the flame passed on by the Sons of the Pioneers, Gene Autry and Roy Rogers. You know them from their performances on the soundtracks of critically acclaimed motion pictures Monster’s Inc. and Toy Story 2!
Swazzle’s Dream Carver/FamFest – November 5
FamFest begins at 5:30 pm, Dream Carver begins at 7:00 pm
Based on the award-winning children’s book, experience the story of a young boy named Mateo who carves his dreams into wooden toys that come to life. This magical bilingual musical features Broadway-trained puppeteers that would make anyone believe their dreams can come true.
• Come early for FamFest at 5:30 pm
FamFest provides FREE dinner and fun educational activities for the whole family! Plus a chance to meet the performers!
Memphis – November 12-13, 7:30 pm
Turn up that dial… From the underground dance clubs of 1950s Memphis, Tennessee, comes a hot new Broadway musical that bursts off the stage with explosive dancing, irresistible songs and a thrilling tale of fame and forbidden love. Inspired by actual events, Memphis is about a white radio DJ who wants to change the world and a black club singer who is ready for her big break. Come along on their incredible journey to the ends of the airwaves.
Jim Belushi & the Chicago Board of Comedy – November 15, 7:30 pm
An alumnus of Saturday Night Live and Chicago’s famed Second City, Jim Belushi brings to the stage an improvised comedy sketch show featuring Chicago Board of Comedy members Larry Joe Campbell, Jon Barinholtz and Brad Morris. Enjoy a hilarious evening with a comedy legend.
Cirque Dreams Holidaze – December 3-4, 7:30 pm
An international cast of more than thirty multi-talented Cirque Dreams artists and acrobats create the perfect way to celebrate the season. Holiday music accompanies hundreds of spectacular costumes and holiday dreams in a setting of gigantic gifts, colossal candy canes and 30-foot towering soldiers.
Canadian Brass Christmas – December 19, 7:30 pm
It’s a blast of holiday brass at the Lied Center! The Washington Postcalls The Canadian Brass “the men who put brass music on the map.” Enjoy your favorite carols, holiday hits, and more, all with the verve and virtuosity of The Canadian Brass.
For mor information contact:
Carrie Christensen
Communications Coordinator
Lied Center for Performing Arts
Email: cchristensen22@unl.edu
Office: 402.472.4734
Mobile: 605.675.9007
More details at: http://www.liedcenter.org/