Water For Elephants

Water For Elephants

“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 jumps a moving train unsure of where the road will take him and finds a new home with the remarkable crew of a traveling circus, and a life—and love—beyond his wildest dreams. Seen through the eyes of his older self, his adventure becomes a poignant reminder that if you choose the ride, life can begin again at any age.     

So, step right up to the “spellbinding entertainment” (Variety) at  WATER FOR ELEPHANTS, “the best new musical on Broadway” (Theatermania).

Recommended for ages 8 and up.  
Smoke, haze and gunshot sound effects are used in this production. 

This performance is part of the 26-27 Glenn Korff Broadway Series! Click here for more information or to renew your package.

Create a group of 10 or more and place your order now. Plus, save 20% on regular tickets (some restrictions apply). Contact our Group Sales Manager, Kelly Buresh for assistance. Email kburesh3@unl.edu, phone 402-472-4734, or learn more and submit your group request here.

Location: 
Lied Center Main Stage
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Reviews

“STUNNING AND EMOTIONAL.”

The New York Times, Critic’s Pick

“SPELLBINDING ENTERTAINMENT.”

Variety

"★★★★ DAZZLING AND THRILLING.”

Time Out New York

“MANY WONDERS AWAIT AUDIENCES IN THIS GORGEOUSLY IMAGINATIVE BROADWAY MUSICAL.”

The New York Times, Critic’s Pick

“A DYNAMIC TALE! IT ELEVATES THE MUSICAL TO NEW AND LITERAL HEIGHTS.”

Variety

 

 

 

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2027-03-14

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