With the novel coronavirus at dangerous levels in the Lincoln area, the Lied Center for Performing Arts has decided to suspend in-person attendance at its remaining 2020 events.
“As much as we were looking forward to welcoming audiences to the Lied for our holiday programming in December, we know the right thing to do for our community in this moment is to encourage everyone to stay home,” said Bill Stephan, the Lied’s executive director. “We are excited about the virtual events that we have to offer, and we hope they contribute to a cozy holiday at home for residents of Nebraska and beyond. From the beginning of the pandemic, the Lied Center has done everything possible to operate in a way that is safe and responsible, while still providing our community with the hope and joy provided by the arts.”
Patrons with tickets to rescheduled events will have their tickets automatically honored on the new dates. All ticket holders will receive emails with more information on affected events.
New online show added:
- “Jagged Little Pill Live in NYC: A Broadway Reunion Concert,” Dec. 13, 7 p.m. — For the first time in nearly 10 months, the Broadway cast of the 15-time Tony Award-nominated musical “Jagged Little Pill” is reuniting on stage for one night only — in a special performance live from New York City. The concert will bring members of the original cast to the stage of Shubert Studios for a night of searing performances — and an electrifying dose of collective joy — alongside the Jagged Little Broadway Band. Tickets purchased through the Lied Center will support the Lied during this challenging time. Tickets for the livestream are available here.
Rescheduled shows:
Canadian Brass, rescheduled to April 29 and 30, 2021, 7:30 p.m. — Originally scheduled for Dec. 3, the brass quintet will now make its return to the Lied Center in the spring. Celebrating its 50th season, the Canadian Brass have performed in major concert halls around the world and have been seen by millions of viewers on “The Tonight Show,” “Entertainment Tonight” and PBS. From Renaissance and baroque music to Dixieland, ragtime and Broadway show tunes, enjoy a concert of the greatest hits by this virtuosic ensemble.
“Mike Super: Magic and Illusion,” rescheduled to Feb. 20, 2021, 2 and 7:30 p.m. — Originally scheduled for Jan. 16, 2021, Mike Super will now thrill Lied Center audiences in February with his unique family-friendly blend of illusions, intrigue, danger and excitement. He was the winner of NBC’s “Phenomenon,” a finalist on “America’s Got Talent” and a featured magician on Penn and Teller’s “Fool Us.”
Moving online only:
- “Hannah Huston: Believe in Christmas,” Dec. 15, 7:30 p.m. — Presented in collaboration with the Arts for the Soul Music and Fine Arts Series, this intimate evening will feature Huston performing selections from her holiday album, “Believe in Christmas,” along with some holiday classics. Huston was a Lincoln preschool teacher when she auditioned for Season 10 of NBC’s “The Voice” in 2016. She finished second runner-up and has launched a successful career. This free event had been scheduled to have an in-person audience but will now be virtual only. All Lied Live Online events are streamed live on the Lied Center Facebook page and website.
Plans for the Lincoln Midwest Ballet Company’s production of “The Nutcracker,” scheduled for Dec. 12-13, will be announced next week.