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April 2026
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April 24 & April 26, 2026

The Music of Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington, Charlie Parker, Stan Getz and More!

Following sold-out 2023-24 and 2024-25 Season performances, experience jazz “club style” with all new programs from the Metro Jazz Quintet in the intimate setting of the Johnny Carson Theater. This exciting quintet of superb Nebraska jazz musicians performs a wide variety of music from your favorite legendary...

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Friday, April 24, 2026 | 7:30PM

We solemnly swear that we are up to no good! Join LSO for a night of magic spells, mischief, and wonder as we celebrate the music of Harry Potter with suites from scores by composers John Williams, Patrick Doyle, Nicholas Hooper, and Alexandre Desplat. Dress up as your favorite Harry Potter character and join us for a spell at the...

May 2026
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Saturday, May 2, 2026 | 7:30PM

After opening with LSO Composer-in-Residence Elena Ruehr’s Broadway Boogie Woogie, LSO celebrates the culmination of her three-year residency by presenting her newly commissioned Violin Concerto No. 3, written for the orchestra and concertmaster Anton Miller. Following intermission, LSO performs Ludwig van Beethoven’s magnificent and heroic Symphony No. 3 “Eroica.”

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May 5-10, 2026

BEHIND EVERY POWERFUL WOMAN… ARE MORE POWERFUL WOMEN.

Direct from Broadway, comes the acclaimed Tony Award®-winning musical Suffs about the brilliant, passionate, and funny American women who fought tirelessly for the right to vote. Created by Shaina Taub, the first woman to ever independently win Tony Awards for Best Book and Best Score in the same season, this “thrilling, inspiring...

June 2026
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Thursday, June 18, 2026 | 7:30 PM

The most popular big band in the world brings back to the stage timeless classics like “Tuxedo Junction,” “Moonlight Serenade” and “Chattanooga Choo Choo.” Get “In the Mood” for an elegant evening of swing as the 17-piece orchestra dazzles and delights in their return to the Lied Center!

This performance is part of the Immanuel Ovation Series. 

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June 20, 2026

Get ready to immerse yourself in the world of Taylor Swift like never before! "Taylorville" is your ticket to a night filled with chart-topping hits and cherished deep cuts. This dynamic tribute band, armed with unmatched musical talent, takes you on a journey through Taylor's iconic career. The stage comes alive with a stunning video wall production, adding a visual...

September 2026
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September 17, 2026

The current cast members of the Emmy-nominated TV show Whose Line Is It Anyway? are proud to present their new improv tour: WHOSE LIVE ANYWAY?WHOSE LIVE ANYWAY? is 90 minutes of hilarious improvised comedy and song all based on audience suggestions. Cast members Ryan Stiles, Greg Proops, Jeff B. Davis, and Joel Murray will leave you gasping with the very witty scenes they invent...

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September 18, 2026

Yächtley Crëw are a seven-piece SoCal band who burst onto the club scene in 2017, selling -out countless local venues before starting a nationwide Yacht Rock craze and being noticed by the legendary Jimmy Buffett, who signed them to his own Mailboat label prior to their deal with Earache/Universal Records.

Yächtley Crëw are proud to fly the flag of Yacht Rock for each and...

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September 24, 2026

Josh Johnson is an Emmy-nominated writer, stand-up comedian, actor, and NAACP award-winner. He was recently named as the newest correspondent on Comedy Central’s Emmy & Peabody Award-winning program “The Daily Show,” where he was previously a writer for the past six years and is also a former writer and performer on NBC’s “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.” In addition, he is Comedy Central’s “most watched comedian ever” with 40M+ views to date across their...

October 2026
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October 15, 2026

Matt Mathews is a comedian, singer/songwriter, and unapologetic trailblazer whose blend of raw honesty, quick wit, and Southern charm has made him one of comedy’s fastest-rising stars. Born and raised in Birmingham, Alabama, Mathews first captured attention during the pandemic with viral “farm chore” videos that showcased his humor and authenticity, quickly building a devoted following of more than 12...

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October 20, 2026

The World’s MOST Iconic Ballet - With a LIVE Orchestra!

The legendary tale of Swan Lake takes flight in a breathtaking production from World Ballet Company, as fate and magic entwine in a timeless battle between good and evil. Performing with a Live Orchestra, and featuring a cast of 50 international dancers, over 150 radiant hand-sewn costumes, and stunning hand-crafted sets, this spellbinding...

November 2026
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November 6, 2026

“A revelatory show!” – The New York Times 

Adam Pascal and Anthony Rapp, original stars of RENT, team up in a brand-new duo show featuring musical highlights from their legendary careers, songs that influenced their lives, and the iconic hits from where it all began – meeting at RENT. 

Tony Award® nominee Adam Pascal is known for his leading roles on Broadway including Aida, Memphis, and Something...

January 2027
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January 14-16, 2027

A mansion. A murder. A mystery. 

Murder and blackmail are on the menu when six mysterious guests assemble at Boddy Manor for a night they’ll never forget! Was it Mrs. Peacock in the study with the knife? Or was it Colonel Mustard in the library with the wrench? Based on the fan-favorite 1985 Paramount Pictures movie and inspired by the classic Hasbro board game, Clue is the ultimate whodunit...

February 2027
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February 25-28, 2027

Maizy and Beau are getting hitched, when the corn that protects their small community starts to die. The town needs answers. But who will dare to venture beyond the borders of Cob County? 

Including the knockout songs ‘Woman of the World’, ‘Somebody Will’ and ‘Independently Owned’, this Broadway hit about an unlikely hero, an unscrupulous con artist, and a battle for the heart and soil of...

March 2027
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March 11-14, 2027

“Many wonders await audiences in this gorgeously imaginative Broadway musical.” - The New York Times     

The critically acclaimed bestselling novel comes to “thrilling, dazzling” life (Time Out New York) in a unique, spectacle-filled new musical! Hailed as a Critic’s Pick, The New York Times calls it “stunning, emotional, heart-filled and gorgeously imaginative.”     

After losing what matters most, a young man...

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March 16-17, 2027

Since Riverdance first emerged onto the world stage, its fusion of Irish and international dance and music has captured the hearts of millions worldwide. The Grammy award-winning music and the high-octane energy of its mesmerizing choreography and breathtaking performances has left audiences in awe and established Riverdance as a global cultural sensation.   To celebrate this incredible 30th year milestone,...

April 2027
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April 13-18, 2027

The unforgettable story of passion, unstoppable ambition, and the dawn of a new nation, seen by more than 28 million people around the world.

HAMILTON is the epic saga that follows the rise of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton as he fights for honor, love, and a legacy that would shape the course of a nation. Based on Ron Chernow’s acclaimed...

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