About Friends of Lied

The Friends of Lied is a membership organization of over 1,000 members, governed by a board of directors from across the state of Nebraska. Its purpose is to support and promote the Lied Center through educational experiences, fund-raising, service, and social activities. The Friends of Lied is a 501c3 tax-exempt organization, serving as a support group for the Lied Center for Performing Arts. Since its inception in 1989, the Friends of Lied have contributed over 8 million dollars in support of the Lied Center’s mission to cultivate the performing arts in Nebraska.

Navigate our site to learn more about membership benefits, explore upcoming events, or join the Friends of Lied by making a contribution.

Friends of Lied Membership Levels

Donor

$10

Donate

Benefits

Thank you for your generosity. We appreciate gifts at all levels!

Close Friend

$50

Donate

Benefits

Portion of your contribution provides arts education and outreach opportunities across the state of Nebraska
Member’s name in the Lied program during your membership year
Digital subscription to the Friends of Lied newsletter, The Lieder
Invitations to Friends social events
Pre-sale ticket offers for special performances at the Lied Center

Great Friend

$100

Donate

Benefits

Portion of your contribution provides arts education and outreach opportunities across the state of Nebraska
Member’s name in the Lied program during your membership year
Invitations to Friends social events
Pre-sale ticket offers for special performances at the Lied Center
Advance purchase of single tickets before opening to the general public
Two complimentary concessions items
Print and digital subscription to the Friends of Lied newsletter, The Lieder

Special Friend

$250

Donate

Benefits

Portion of your contribution provides arts education and outreach opportunities across the state of Nebraska
Member’s name in the Lied program during your membership year
Print and digital subscription to the Friends of Lied newsletter, The Lieder
Invitations to Friends social events
Pre-sale ticket offers for special performances at the Lied Center
Advance purchase of single tickets before opening to the general public
Two complimentary concessions items
Advance purchase of season subscriptions before opening to the general public
Special sneak preview of season before public announcement

Fabulous Friend

$500

Donate

Benefits

Portion of your contribution provides arts education and outreach opportunities across the state of Nebraska
Member’s name in the Lied program during your membership year
Print and digital subscription to the Friends of Lied newsletter, The Lieder
Invitations to Friends social events
Pre-sale ticket offers for special performances at the Lied Center
Advance purchase of single tickets before opening to the general public
Two complimentary concessions items
Advance purchase of season subscriptions before opening to the general public
Special sneak preview of season before public announcement
Invitation to Open House & Behind-the-Scenes Tour of the Lied Center
Advance purchase of new Broadway subscriptions before opening to the general public

Best Friend

$1,000

Donate

Benefits

Portion of your contribution provides arts education and outreach opportunities across the state of Nebraska
Member’s name in the Lied program during your membership year
Print and digital subscription to the Friends of Lied newsletter, The Lieder
Invitations to Friends social events
Pre-sale ticket offers for special performances at the Lied Center
Advance purchase of single tickets before opening to the general public
Two complimentary concessions items
Advance purchase of season subscriptions before opening to the general public
Special sneak preview of season before public announcement
Invitation to Open House & Behind-the-Scenes Tour of the Lied Center
Advance purchase of new Broadway subscriptions before opening to the general public
Invitation to “On-Stage” Season Preview party
Access to prime seating (Best Friend level) on your season subscription ticket order*

*Seating access is provided for up to six tickets per membership for each season event. Available until single tickets go on sale to the general public.

Distinguished Friend

$2,000

Donate

Benefits

Portion of your contribution provides arts education and outreach opportunities across the state of Nebraska
Member’s name in the Lied program during your membership year
Print and digital subscription to the Friends of Lied newsletter, The Lieder
Invitations to Friends social events
Pre-sale ticket offers for special performances at the Lied Center
Advance purchase of single tickets before opening to the general public
Two complimentary concessions items
Advance purchase of season subscriptions before opening to the general public
Special sneak preview of season before public announcement
Invitation to Open House & Behind-the-Scenes Tour of the Lied Center
Advance purchase of new Broadway subscriptions before opening to the general public
Invitation to “On-Stage” Season Preview party
Invitation to a private performance including cocktails & hors d'oeuvres
Access to prime seating (Distinguished Friend level) on your season subscription ticket order*

*Seating access is provided for up to six tickets per membership for each season event. Available until single tickets go on sale to the general public.

Patron Friend

$3,000

Donate

Benefits

Portion of your contribution provides arts education and outreach opportunities across the state of Nebraska
Member’s name in the Lied program during your membership year
Print and digital subscription to the Friends of Lied newsletter, The Lieder
Invitations to Friends social events
Pre-sale ticket offers for special performances at the Lied Center
Advance purchase of single tickets before opening to the general public
Two complimentary concessions items
Advance purchase of season subscriptions before opening to the general public
Special sneak preview of season before public announcement
Invitation to Open House & Behind-the-Scenes Tour of the Lied Center
Advance purchase of new Broadway subscriptions before opening to the general public
Invitation to “On-Stage” Season Preview party
Invitation to Distinguished Artist Event
Opportunity to be recognized as a sponsor of an individual Lied event
Perks like meeting the artists (based on availability) during your sponsored event
Access to donor lounge with refreshments at intermission during all Lied season performances
Access to prime seating (Patron Friend level) on your season subscription ticket order*

*Seating access is provided for up to six tickets per membership for each season event. Available until single tickets go on sale to the general public.

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