Student Matinees

Student Matinees

School day performances of world-class artists bring young people and educators (PreK-12th grades) together from across Nebraska to share an unforgettable experience. Presenting music, theater, and dance, the Lied Center’s student matinee performances enhance classroom learning, expand cultural awareness, and inspire creativity in all.

All seats are $5.

25-26 Student Matinee Order Form  

CONTACT: Nancy Engen-Wedin, 402-472-4707, nengenwedin2@unl.edu

2025-2026 STUDENT MATINEES

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Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! The Musical!

Thursday, February 19, 2026 | 10:30am 

*** WAITLIST ONLY, TICKETS CURRENTLY SOLD OUT ***

LIED CENTER Mainstage Theater       

Grades PreK to 2

Take flight on a hilarious adventure with Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! The Musical! When a bus driver takes an unexpected break, chaos ensues as a feisty pigeon takes the wheel. Based on the beloved “Pigeon” picture books by Mo Willems, this whimsical musical is filled with song, laughter, and plenty of feathered fun.

Performance Length: 60 minutes

Curriculum Connections: Communications and Language Arts, Visual Arts, Music, Writing, 

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Animal Engine's Capital City

Friday April 10, 2026 | 10:30am

LIED CENTER Johnny Carson Theater            

Grades 7 to 12

Money. Corruption. Welcome to Capital City. In this searing adaptation of Nebraska author Mari Sandoz’s infamous novel Capital City, the Great Depression has split the people of a fictional Midwestern city in two: the rich and the poor. What lengths will the have-nots go to in order to gain back their land, homes, and dignity? How far will the haves go to make sure they control it all? Performed in Animal Engine’s signature physical style, a few actors create a richly detailed portrait of shanty towns, high society balls, striking workers, backroom schemes, and more with just their bodies and song.

Performance Length: 60 minutes

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25-26 Student Matinee Form

The 25-26 Student Matinee order form is available now! 

Order Form

Fill out form completely and either drop off or mail to the Lied canter Ticket Office. For questions about the form contact Drew Caskey at dcaskey@unl.edu or call 402-472-4747.

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