Performing Arts Venues
Performing Arts Venues
The Lied Center has two venues for performances: the Main Stage and the Johnny Carson Theater. Showcase your production, concert, play, or lecture on some of the most impressive performance spaces in the Midwest.
The Main Stage's stunning auditorium space and brilliant acoustics make for a spectacular setting for performances that will leave an impression. Seating 2,258 patrons (general admission), the Main Stage space also features three lobbies with concession areas.
The Johnny Carson Theater is a black box theater featuring its own entrance and lobby. With a seating capacity of 250 (tiered seating), it is perfect for intimate performances, recitals and more.
Performance Spaces
Theatre
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Lied CommonsLied Commons301 N 12th StLincoln, NE 68588More Information:
The newest addition to the Lied Center for Performing Arts, the Lied Commons, opened in 2012. A versatile space, the Lied Commons has its own dedicated entrance extending on to the Friends of Lied Plaza.
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Carson TheaterCarson Theater301 N 12th StLincoln, NE 68588More Information:
The Carson Theater is a black box theater and is used for smaller productions, rehearsals, receptions and even UNL dance classes. Portable risers can be arranged to accommodate a variety of seating arrangements for up to 200 people.
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Kimball HallKimball Hall1113 R StLincoln, NE 68508More Information:
Kimball Recital Hall serves as the home for the Glenn Korff School of Music's concerts and recitals by faculty, students, and guest artists. It is acoustically astounding, and with 850 seats, is one of the finest concert halls in the Midwest. To provide the best possible physical setting for concerts and recitals, the building has an elliptical roof and round ceiling with an irregular surface. There is also an orchestra pit capable of accommodating a 40-member ensemble.
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Lied Center Main StageLied Center Main Stage301 N 12th StLincoln, NE 68508More Information:
The main hall can seat 2,192 people, with the opportunity for 66 additional seats by lifting the orchestra pit. Wheelchair seating and access is available.
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Temple BuildingTemple Building1209 R StLincoln, NE 68508
Off-Site
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Pioneers ParkPioneers Park2780 West Van Dorn StLincoln, NE 68522
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