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THE MUSIC MAN National Tour Set to Perform at Lied Center in March
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2026
Meredith Willson’s THE MUSIC MAN will march into to the Lied Center for Performing Arts for 5 performances on March 5-8, 2026. Tickets are on sale now!
TADA to Celebrate 25 Years with Anniversary Concert in Lincoln
by BWW News Desk - February 16, 2026
TADA Productions will mark its 25th anniversary with a special concert event in Lincoln, featuring performances by local and national artists. The event, hosted by city representatives and TADA's board, highlights the theatre's impact on Nebraska's cultural scene.
Review: HAIR at Omaha Community Playhouse: Peace Isn't Easy
by Christine Swerczek - February 14, 2026
Omaha Community Playhouse's HAIR delivers a magnetic, immersive 1960s experience with standout vocals, vibrant choreography, and themes that still provoke today.
Boston Pops to Perform STAR WARS: THE STORY IN MUSIC in Lincoln
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2026
The Boston Pops, led by Keith Lockhart, will present 'STAR WARS: THE STORY IN MUSIC' in Lincoln, featuring musical excerpts from all nine episodes of the saga.
THE ROCKET MEN to Conclude Rolling World Premiere in Lincoln, NE
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2026
Angels Theatre Company will present THE ROCKET MEN, a new play by Crystal Skillman, at the Lied Center for Performing Arts in Lincoln, NE. Directed by Jamie Bullins, the play explores the moral complexities of space exploration.
Review: A BEAUTIFUL NOISE at Orpheum Theatre
by Christine Swerczek - February 11, 2026
What did our critic think of A BEAUTIFUL NOISE at Orpheum Theatre?
Gunhild Carling to Perform at the Lied Center
by BWW News Desk - February 05, 2026
Gunhild Carling will appear at the Lied Center in Lincoln as part of an upcoming concert engagement. The Postmodern Jukebox artist is known for her jazz and swing performances featuring vocals, tap dance, and multiple instruments.
DON’T LET THE PIGEON DRIVE THE BUS! THE MUSICAL! Brings Family Fun to Lincoln
by BWW News Desk - February 05, 2026
The Lied Center will present two diverse shows: a family-friendly musical based on 'Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus' on February 19, followed by a performance by Postmodern Jukebox on February 20.
Bluebarn Theatre to Present THE HEART SELLERS By Lloyd Suh
by BWW News Desk - January 29, 2026
Tickets are now on sale for The Heart Sellers! Lloyd Suh's poignant and gently humorous play explores identity, belonging, and friendship through the lens of the immigrant experience.
The Second City to Return to Lincoln With THE BEST OF THE SECOND CITY!
by BWW News Desk - January 29, 2026
The Second City will bring The Best of The Second City! to the Lied Center for Performing Arts in Lincoln as part of its anniversary year. The one-night performance will feature sketches, songs, and improvisation drawn from the company’s comedy archive.
Kenny G To Perform At Lied Center For Performing Arts In April
by BWW News Desk - January 26, 2026
Grammy award-winning saxophonist Kenny G will perform at the Lied Center in Lincoln, NE. Known as the best-selling instrumental artist, he will showcase his distinctive style in a live concert.
Cirque Kalabante to Showcase Acrobatic Wonders at Lied Center
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2026
Cirque Kalabante will present an evening of exceptional acrobatics at the Lied Center, featuring a blend of traditional African arts and breathtaking circus performances.
Review: OTHER DESERT CITIES at Bellevue Little Theatre Packs a Punch
by Christine Swerczek - January 17, 2026
What did our critic think of OTHER DESERT CITIES at Bellevue Little Theatre?
Review: THE PIANO LESSON at Omaha Community Playhouse is On Key
by Christine Swerczek - January 16, 2026
Omaha Community Playhouse has opened their 2026 season with a heavy hitting winner. August Wilson’s THE PIANO LESSON won a 1990 Pulitzer and was nominated in five categories for a Tony Award.
Winners Announced For The 2025 BroadwayWorld Omaha Awards
by BWW Awards - January 16, 2026
Winners have been announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Omaha Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
Interview: Quinn VanAntwerp of SHUCKED! at Orpheum
by Christine Swerczek - January 12, 2026
Quinn Van Antwerp currently stars as Gordy in this hilarious, but corny, Tony Award-winning musical “SHUCKED” hitting the Orpheum stage January 13-18. Quinn is a veteran of stage and screen, having performed in productions such as THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG and more than 3,000 shows of JERSEY BOYS as Bob Gaudio.
MESHUGGAH-NUNS Kicks Off TADA Productions' 25th Anniversary Season
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2026
TADA Productions will present MESHUGGAH-NUNS, the latest installment in the Nunsense series, starting February 12 at The TADA Theatre in Lincoln, Nebraska. The musical comedy features the Little Sisters of Hoboken in a high-seas adventure filled with humor and unexpected performances.
Acclaimed Pianist Gabriela Montero Returns to the Lied This Month
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2026
Renowned pianist Gabriela Montero will return to the Lied Center to perform a unique improvisational concert. Montero, celebrated for her ability to blend classical and contemporary styles, will take the stage, offering a fresh and dynamic performance that highlights her exceptional improvisational skills.
HADESTOWN National Tour to Kick Off 2026 at The Lied Center
by BWW News Desk - January 06, 2026
Hadestown will come to Lincoln in 2026. As part of the 2025-26 Broadway Season, the show will play the Lied Center for four performances.
Tickets Now On Sale For SIX in Omaha
by BWW News Desk - January 02, 2026
Omaha Performing Arts has announced that tickets for the Tony Award-Winning electrifying new musical phenomenon SIX by Tony Award-winners Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss are now on sale.
Last Chance to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Omaha Awards; WALNUT RIDGE Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - December 29, 2025
This is the last chance to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Omaha Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
MANNHEIM STEAMROLLER 2025 Christmas Tour Comes To Lincoln This Month
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2025
Mannheim Steamroller Christmas by Chip Davis will return to the Lied Center with two performances that feature the ensemble’s signature arrangements and multimedia presentation.
Interview: Kyle Mangold of THE NOTEBOOK at Orpheum Theater
by Analisa Swerczek - December 08, 2025
Kyle Mangold, who plays Younger Noah on the national tour of The Notebook, sat down with BroadwayWorld in Omaha to talk about life in the arts and on the road. The Notebook opens December 9th at the Orpheum Theater and has performances scheduled through December 14th.
A CHRISTMAS STORY, THE MUSICAL Comes to Lied Center This Holiday Season
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2025
A CHRISTMAS STORY, THE MUSICAL will begin performances at Lied Center for Performing Arts. Christmas Story, The Musical, brings the classic 1983 movie to hilarious life on stage in Lincoln on December 16-21, 2025
The TADA Theatre to Present HOLIDAY HILARITY WEEKENDS
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2025
This December The TADA Theatre will offer the gift of laughter with Holiday Hilarities Weekends. Kicking things off will be national comedian Matt Geiler from America's Got Talent!

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