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3/572 | Welcome | 402.472.4747

Ann Chang

DEAR FRIENDS,It is our pleasure to announce the 2012-2013 Lied Center Season of performing

arts. You will nd a wide variety of programs providing great entertainment and

artistic inspiration. For over 20 years, the Lied Center has enriched the lives of

the people of Nebraska by presenting the greatest artists in the world.

This years season features everything from one of the biggest rock & roll icons

of all time to Americas premier ballet company. As a season subscriber, you can

enjoy tickets to every show you desire to attend. Our most popular programs

often sell out with season tickets each year, so do not delay making your choices.

You will also enjoy great money savings, the best available seating locations and

avoid waiting in ticket lines. If you nd yourself unable to attend a show you

purchased in advance, we will exchange your tickets at no charge for another

performance of equal value in the season.

Beyond the stage, the Lied Center transforms the lives of thousands of

young people each year with interactive arts education programs. Please

consider joining the Friends of Lied with a tax-deductible contribution to

assist us in sustaining these artistic programs and maintaining NebraskasHome for the Arts.

We invite you to join us for a wide variety of music, theater and dance at the

Lied this season.

See you at the Theater!

Bill Stephan Ann Chang

Executive Director Artistic Director

P.S.Now is the chance for you to become part of the legacy of the LiedCenter! We are currently embarking on Campaign for Nebraska-Lied

Center, a $9 million fundraising campaign to help revitalize the facilities and

programming at the Lied Center. We would love for you to be a part of it

and help ensure that generations to come will be able to enjoy world-class

artists at Nebraskas Home for the Arts. To learn more, please contact

Marissa Gill, Development Coordinator, 402.472.7099.

Bill Stephan

THREE REASONS TO ORDER SEASON TICKETS TODAY!

1

Best seats & best prices!

2

Create your own season!

3

Avoid the sell out!


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BROADWAYCHICAGO 09

Broadway Today! 18

DRUMLINE LIVE 22

Cathy Rigby is Peter Pan 23

Green Days AMERICAN IDIOT

32

POPULARFrankie Valli & the Four Seasons 04

Gaelic Storm 06

Mannheim Steamroller Christmas by Chip Davis 17

Shatners World 19

Elvis Lives 27

DANCEBallet Folklrico de Mxico 08Repertory Dance Theatre:

TIME CAPSULE: A Century of Dance 10

Compagnie de Danse: Jean-Ren Delsoin 14

The Joffrey Ballet 26

MOMIX Botanica 36

Russian National Ballet Theatre: Sleeping Beauty 39

COMEDYThe Capitol Steps 07

Whose Live Anyway? 38

LIEDCENTER.ORG | Events |

CLASSICALEmanuel Ax, Piano 05

Philippe Quint, Violin 11

Vienna Boys Choir 15

BBC Concert Orchestra with Keith Lockhart 21

The Hutchins Consort

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WORLD & JAZZJackie Allen Jazz Quintet 13

Terrance Simien & the Zydeco Experience 20

Chris Botti 25

Dan 28

Susan Werner with Special Guest Trina Hamlin 31

THEATERAway in the Basement:A Church Basement Ladies Christmas 16

L.A. Theatre Works: Pride & Prejudice 24

Angels Theatre Company: What the Wind Taught Me 29

C.S. Lewis: The Screwtape Letters 35

FAMILYJugglemania with Shoehorn 12

John Tartaglias ImaginOcean 30

Hitlers Daughter 33

The Spencers Theatre of Illusion 37

THANKS TO OUR SEASON SPONSORS!

Concert Atmosphere

See page 44Pre-Performance Dinner

See page 52

Friends of Lied Event of NoteSee page 51


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FRANKIE VALLI& THE FOUR SEASONS

Oh, What a Night!FRIDAY

Sept. 21 | 7:30 pmAdults $78 / $72 / $56

Students $39 / $36 / $28

Oh, what a night! Legendary icon Frankie Valli

performs his unforgettable hits including Sherry,

My Eyes Adored You, Big Girls Dont Cry,

and Cant Take My Eyes Off of You. Dont miss

this rare opportunity to hear one of the most

enduring pop idols of all time, who has produced

19 top-ten hits and sold over 100 million records

worldwide. Its just too good to be true!

PATRON FRIEND SPONSOR:Carol & Roger Lewis

SPONSORED BY:

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EMANUEL AX, PIANO

Te worlds premier pianist.SUNDAY

Sept. 23 | 7:00 pmAdults $45

Students $22.50

GRAMMY Award-winning pianist Emanuel Ax performs

a program of Beethoven and Schubert in his Lied Centerdebut! One of the worlds most virtuosic pianists,Axs performances have been called poetic and full ofilluminating touches by The New York Times. Mr. Ax isa regular soloist with the most distinguished symphonyorchestras in the world, ranging from the New York and

Los Angeles Philharmonics to the Berlin and London

Philharmonics. His talents are captured on many

recordings including his frequent collaborations with Yo-Yo Ma and the late Isaac Stern.

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WEDNESDAY

Oct. 3 | 7:30 pmAdults $29 / $22

Students $14.50 / $11

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Over a decade ago, Gaelic Storms fame broke out withtheir appearance in the blockbuster lm Titanic. A one-time Celtic pub band, they are now a title champion in theCeltic/world music genre. Their compelling original songsand fresh arrangements are steeped in traditional melodyand broaden the horizons of Celtic rock music.

GAELIC STORMHigh-energy, oot-stomping, eel-good Celtic music.


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THE CAPITOL STEPS

Laugh out loud this election season.FRIDAY

Oct. 12 | 7:30 pmAdults $40 / $35

Students $20 / $17.50

The Capitol Steps plan to bring down the

House . . . and Senate with their unique

blend of music and political comedy. Knownfor their hilarious musical skits of Capitol

Hill personalities and current events, TheCapitol Steps will make you laugh out loudthis election season. Not for the faint of

heart or those considering a run for ofce.

PATRON FRIEND SPONSORS:Chuck & Karen HarrisTwo Lied Lovers

SPONSORED BY:

LIEDCENTER.ORG |Comedy |


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BALLET FOLKLRICODE MXICO

Te most celebrated dance company in Mexico.SATURDAY

Oct. 13 | 7:30 pmAdults $35 / $30 / $19

Students $17.50 / $15 / $9.50

SPONSORED BY:

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With their zest for rich Mexican tradition and folklore,Ballet Folklrico de Mxico shares the beauty ofthe universe in motion through dances from thepre-Colombian era, the Hispanic Viceroy period and thepopular period of the Revolutionary years. Direct fromMexico, this major cultural production features over 40dancers and musicians.

Passionate . . . impeccable . . .and unequaled point of entry tothe riches of a fabulous culture!

LOS ANGELES TIMES


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CHICAGO

Te best musical in town.THE NEW YORK TIMES

FRIDAY

Oct. 19 | 7:30 pmSATURDAY

Oct. 20 | 2:00 &7:30 pm

SUNDAYOct. 21 | 2:00 pmAdults $59 / $52 / $49

Students $29.50 / $26 / $24.50

Named the best musical in town by TheNew York Times, experience CHICAGO,Broadways razzle-dazzle smash productionat the Lied. This triumphant hit musical is the

recipient of six Tony Awards and featuresknockout dancing and an edge-of-your-seatstory about sin, corruption and all that jazz!

WARNING:

Includes adult themes and language.

SPONSORED BY:

LIEDCENTER.ORG |Broadway |

Join us for a pre-show dinner,

hosted by Friends of Lied! See

page 52 for more details.


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REPERTORY DANCE THEATRE:

TIME CAPSULE: A CENTURY OF DANCE

Celebrate 100 years o modern dance with RD.TUESDAY

Oct. 23 | 7:30 pmAdults $28

Students $14

Celebrate 100 years of modern dance.Called a dance company all America shouldsee by the New York Post, the programhighlights the birth and evolution of moderndance. Time Capsule features multimediafor each time period and choreography byIsadora Duncan, Doris Humphrey, DanielNagrin, Jos Limn and other renowneddance legends.

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PHILIPPE QUINT, VIOLIN

Virtuosic perormances o chaikovsky & Beethoven.THURSDAY

Oct. 25 | 7:30 pmAdults $34

Students $17

Back by popular demand after hisstunning Lied Center performance with

the Capetown Philharmonic in 2011,

Philippe Quint will amaze you with aprogram including Brahms, Tchaikovskyand Beethoven. A four-time GRAMMYnominee, Quint has been proclaimed a

virtuoso by the Chicago Tribune.

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Quint made asmashing impression

Make no mistake, thisman can play Quintunderstood thesetour de force piecescelebrate virtuosity

and music. He is wellacquainted with both.

LOS ANGELES TIMES


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JUGGLEMANIAWITH SHOEHORN

Interactive circus & live music or the whole amily!

THURSDAY

Nov. 1 | 7:00 pmAdults $16

Students $8

The daredevil, acrobatic and lunatic antics ofRhys Thomas combine with the tap-dancing

jazz music of Shoehorn. Called a good laughby the Los Angeles Times, this interactive jazzcircus with toe-tapping music is fun for the

whole family.

Enjoy TeamMates Night at the Lied, with specialperformances by talent competition winners!

SPONSORED BY:

Come early for FamFest!Free to ticket holders, FamFest providesdinner and fun educational activities for thewhole family!

FAMFEST SPONSORED BY:

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Striking originals and inventive twists on jazz standards.FRIDAY


Students $14

Johnny Carson Theater at the Lied

Praised by the Chicago Tribune as musicallysophisticated and artistically daring, jazz vocalist

Jackie Allen performs timeless standards andoriginal compositions in her Lied Center debut.

Set in the Lieds intimate Johnny Carson Theater,Allens unique style and musicality create anunforgettable performance.

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JACKIE ALLEN JAZZQUINTET


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A world dance experience perormed to Aro-Caribbean beats.

WEDNESDAY


Students $12.50

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COMPAGNIE DE DANSE:JEAN-REN DELSOIN

Experience a journey lled with bold,emotionally resonant moments that willprovide a spectacular cultural experience.Direct from Haiti, Jean-Ren Delsoinperforms in the style of Alvin Ailey withresonating rhythms and dynamic motion,accompanied by an Afro-Caribbean beat.

Compagnie de Danse Jean-Ren Delsoin is part of Center StageSM, an initiative of the U.S. Department of States Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, administered by the New

England Foundation for the Arts, in cooperation with the U.S. Regional Arts Organizations, with additional support from the Robert Sterling Clark Foundation, the Asian Cultural Council

and the Doris Duke Foundation for Islamic Art. General Management for Center StageSM is provided by Lisa Booth Management, Inc.


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VIENNA BOYS CHOIR

Te most beloved choir in the world!TUESDAY

Nov. 13 | 7:30 pmAdults $38 / $28 / $18

Students $19 / $14 / $9

Come hear twenty-ve angelic voicesperform with pure tone and distinctivecharm, backed by more than 500 yearsof Viennese tradition. The most belovedchoir in the world performs a wide

repertoire of Austrian folk songs, pop

tunes and classical masterpieces.

PATRON FRIEND SPONSOR:

Mike & Julie Jacobson

SPONSORED BY:The Burket Graf Endowment


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A hilarious holiday musical.FRIDAY

Dec. 7 | 7:30 pmSATURDAY

Dec. 8 | 2:00 &7:30 pm

SUNDAY

Dec. 9 | 2:00 pmAdults $30

Students $15

The ladies serve up a holiday sequel to theoriginal Church Basement Ladies comedy.

It is the 1959 Sunday School ChristmasProgram. As the children rehearse, kitchen

ladies are nishing up goodie bags andtouching up Nativity pieces. Little do theyknow what surprises await when they arecalled upon to step in and save the day. SunNewspapers raved, Youll laugh, youll cry, andthen laugh some more!


hosted by Friends of Lied! Seepage 52 for more details.

AWAY IN THE BASEMENT:A CHURCH BASEMENT LADIES CHRISTMAS

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Te #1 Christmas music artist in history!WEDNESDAY

Dec. 19 | 7:30 pmAdults $72 / $58 / $48

Students $36 / $29 / $24

Dont miss the #1 Christmas music artist inhistory! The spirit of the season comes alivewhen Mannheim Steamroller, Americasfavorite holiday celebration for over 25years, performs your favorite Christmasmusic with dazzling multimedia effects.

SPONSORED BY:Ruth K. Seacrest Fund

MANNHEIM STEAMROLLERCHRISTMASBY CHIP DAVIS

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Hit songs rom Book o Mormon, Wicked and more!

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FRIDAY

Jan. 18 | 7:30 pmAdults $35

Students $17.50

Enjoy the hottest songs from Broadwaysrecent seasons with this all-new Broadwayrevue. This theatrical concert featuressome of Broadways brightest stars singingsongs from Book of Mormon, Wicked, TheLion King, Phantom of the Opera, Hairspray,Rent, South Pacifc, West Side Storyand manymore. Cast members David Burnham, starofWicked;Jason Graae, star ofAnythingGoes; Jessica Hendy, star ofAida; andChristina Saffran Ashford, star ofA Chorus

Line have been praised as splendid by TheNew York Times.

BROADWAY TODAY!


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SHATNERS WORLD

Out o this world humor, stories and songs.SATURDAY

Jan. 26 | 7:30 pmAdults $66 / $58 / $48

Students $33 / $29 / $24

William Shatner recounts his phenomenal

path from classically trained Shakespeareanactor to cultural icon in Shatners World, aone-man force of nature delivering a larger-than-life performance complete with laugh-

out-loud humor, signature storytelling andmusical selections in his inimitable style.

SPONSORED BY:


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TERRANCE SIMIEN& THE ZYDECO EXPERIENCE

Mardi Gras comes to lie at the Lied!FRIDAY

Feb. 1 | 7:30 pmAdults $24 / $18

Students $12 / $9

Celebrate Mardi Gras at the Lied Centerwith GRAMMY Award winner Terrance

Simien & the Zydeco Experience! Immerseyourself in a hypnotic blend of Zydeco,Cajun, roots, funk and reggae music that will

transport you to Bourbon Street.

SPONSORED BY:Dr. Phillip Engen

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A zydeco master.ROLLING STONE


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BBC CONCERT ORCHESTRAWITH KEITH LOCKHART

Boston Pops conductor Keith Lockhart in his Lied debut!THURSDAY

Feb. 7 | 7:30 pmAdults $48 / $38 / $18

Students $24 / $19 / $9

Keith Lockhart, world-renowned

conductor of the Boston Pops, leads the

BBC Orchestra in a program highlighted byElgars Enigma Variations and Brittens FourSea Interludes. Hear the Lieds acoustics attheir nest with one of the worlds mostrespected and versatile orchestras.

PATRON FRIEND SPONSOR:Ruth Amen Endowment

SPONSORED BY:James C. & Rhonda Seacrest


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SATURDAY

Feb. 9 | 7:30 pmAdults $49 / $40 / $30

Students $24.50 / $20 / $15

The biggest halftime show in the world hastaken Broadway by storm! Come enjoy thiscelebration of riveting rhythms, bold beats, andear-grabbing energy. This show-stopper wascreated by the same music team behind the hitmovie Drumline. DRUMLINE LIVE combines asoul-infused score with colorful, choreographed

routines, heavy doses of drum riffs, and theirfamed stepping style!

SPONSORED BY:

DRUMLINE LIVE

Te hit movie, now live on stage!


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CATHY RIGBY ISPETER PAN

Discover the magic o Neverland!TUESDAY

Feb. 12 | 7:00 pmWEDNESDAY

Feb. 13 | 7:00 pmAdults $48 / $38 / $18

Students $24 / $19 / $9

Tony Award nominee Cathy Rigby takesight in Peter Pan. Discover the magic allover again with this two-time Emmy andTony Award-nominated production. TheNew York Times said Rigby still carries offthe ights, ghts and acrobatics that makePeter Pan audiences mesmerized. Peter Pan

is lled with timeless magical momentsand a captivating Hook. The legend youthought you knew is now the adventureyou never dreamed possible . . . Cathy Rigbyis Peter Pan!

SPONSORED BY:


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Te timeless classic celebrates its 200th anniversary.

SATURDAY

Feb. 16 | 7:30 pmAdults $36

Students $18

Celebrate the 200th anniversary of JaneAustens timeless work featuring thesparkling tale of the Bennets, a family blessedwith ve daughters and a mother desperateto marry them off. Making their Lied Centerdebuts in the leading roles of Mr. and Mrs.

Bennet, Nicholas Hormann (Seinfeld, Parks& Recreation and Desperate Housewives) and

Jane Carr (Two and Half Men and The Closer)bring this classic romantic comedy to life.

This is a radio theatre style production with setsand costumes.

SPONSORED BY:

L.A. THEATRE WORKS:

PRIDE & PREJUDICE

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GRAMMY Award-winning jazz/pop trumpeter.THURSDAY

Feb. 21 | 7:30 pmAdults $52 / $46 / $36

Students $26 / $23 / $18

GRAMMY Award-winning jazz trumpeterChris Botti performs lush melodies lledwith romance and emotion. Drawing

comparisons to jazz legends Miles Davisand Chet Baker, Bottis performances haveearned him unprecedented success with

both jazz and contemporary pop audiences.

SPONSORED BY:

CHRIS BOTTI

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Te artistic highlight o the season.SATURDAY

Mar. 2 | 7:30 pmAdults $46 / $36 / $29

Students $23 / $18 / $14.50

Praised as Americas Premier BalletCompany, The Joffrey Ballet will amazeyou with performances of ChristopherWheeldons emotional workAfter the Rain,Stravinsky and Nijinskys The Rite of Springand the Nebraska premiere of a new piece

from renowned American choreographer

Stanton Welsh featuring the music of JohnAdams. The Joffrey Ballet is the artistichighlight of the Lied season you wontwant to miss!

PATRON FRIEND SPONSORS:Dr. Cori S. Amend, Ryan Sothan, Kris L.Baack, Ph.D., Jane Aalborg, Bev & DougWesterberg

SPONSORED BY:The Burket Graf Endowment

Co-presented with the InterdisciplinaryArts Symposium

THE JOFFREY BALLET

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Performing Stravinky and Nijinksys

The Rite of Spring


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ELVIS LIVES

Te ultimate tribute, direct rom Graceland.THURSDAY

Mar. 7 | 7:30 pmFRIDAY

Mar. 8 | 7:30 pmAdults $48 / $44 / $38

Students $24 / $22 / $19

Endorsed by Elvis Presley Enterprises, ElvisLives is a pulse-racing multimedia musicaljourney across Elvis life. You Cant HelpFalling In Love with this phenomenaltheatrical concert experience with a liveband, backup singers, dancers and even anAnn-Margret tribute artist.

PATRON FRIEND SPONSOR:Christena & Kelley Baker

SPONSORED BY:

LINCOLN BENEFIT LIFEA N A L L S T A T E C O M P A N Y


hosted by Friends of Lied! See

page 52 for more details.

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High-energy Celtic music with Irelands fnest musicians!

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SATURDAY

Mar. 9 | 7:30 pmAdults $36 / $22

Students $18 / $11

DAN

Hailing from historic Waterford, Ireland, Dan

is one of the leading traditional Irish ensembles

of today. Featuring a high-energy performanceand a glorious mix of ancient Irish music and new

repertoire, Dan makes their Lied Center premiere

in time for St. Patricks Day!

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Hottest traditional band

in Ireland.IRISH HERALD


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ANGELS THEATRE COMPANY

WHAT THE WIND TAUGHT ME

A new play about storms, history and hope.March 1523

See the order form for a complete list of

dates and times

Adults $22

Students $11

Johnny Carson Theater at the Lied

PATRON FRIEND SPONSOR:In memory of Dr. Wallace C. Peterson

When a small Midwestern town is assaulted bya deadly tornado, everything changes for thechildren living there. Desperate to make sense ofwhat is happening, they search for answers in thechanging landscape. As the storm touches ground, a

mysterious visitor from the past offers the childrenan unexpected lifeline and a glimpse into the future.

What they see changes everything. Perfect for allaudiences, What the Wind Taught Me is a story about

history, weather, and hope. What the Wind Taught Meis an original play written by BeckyKey Boesen. This new work isbeing commissioned by the LiedCenter for Performing Arts.

When the storm comes, hang on.


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A magical, musical adventure or kids o all ages!FRIDAY

Mar. 15 | 7:00 pmAdults $16

Students $8

Black lights ll the stage for ImaginOcean,a magical undersea adventure for kids of allages. Three best friends, who happen to be

sh, set out on a remarkable journey that allstarts with a treasure map. With music from

swing to R&B, ImaginOcean is a blastfromthe rst big splash to the last wave goodbye.

SPONSORED BY:

Come early for FamFest!Free to ticket holders, FamFest providesdinner and fun educational activities for thewhole family!

FAMFEST SPONSORED BY:

JOHN TARTAGLIAS

IMAGINOCEAN

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SUSAN WERNERWITH SPECIAL GUEST TRINA HAMLIN

Award-winning singer/songwriter returns to the Lied!FRIDAY

Mar. 22 | 7:00 &10:00 pm

Adults $19

Students $9.50

The Lied Commons

Called the empress of the unexpected byNPR, Susan Werner is one of the dening artistsof modern folk music. After a sold-out Lied

performance in 2012, Werner returns with an

unforgettable concert of original works and

captivating anecdotes.

PATRON FRIEND SPONSOR:Wayne & Jeani Gill

SPONSORED BY:

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Green Days groundbreaking rock musical.FRIDAY

Mar. 29 | 7:30 pmSATURDAY

Mar. 30 | 2:00 &7:30 pm

Adults $55 / $49 / $44Students $27.50 / $24.50 / $22

SPONSORED BY:

GREEN DAYS

AMERICAN IDIOT

The New York Times called AMERICAN IDIOT thrillingand emotionally charged, as moving as anything onBroadway! Based on Green Days groundbreakingalbum of the same name, this daring new musical tells

the story of three lifelong friends forced to choosebetween their dreams and the safety of suburbia,and features the smash hits Boulevard of BrokenDreams, American Idiot, Holiday and 21 Guns.

WARNING:Includes adult themes and language.

the groundbreaking BROADWAYmusical

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HITLERS DAUGHTER

A fctional play, a lesson or all.TUESDAY

Apr. 2 | 7:00 pmAdults $16

Students $8

While waiting for the school bus, Anna

begins to tell her friends a story of Hitlersctional daughter, Heidi. Switching between1940s Germany and contemporary Australia,the story inspires her friends to questionsocietys fears and prejudices and their owncivic responsibility. Experience this award-winning play, suitable for family audiencesages 10 and up.

SPONSORED BY:Chris & Art Zygielbaum

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THURSDAY


Students $12.50

One of the most unique string ensembles in the

world, The Hutchins Consort performs on eight

one-of-a-kind instruments. Featuring a wide varietyof pieces from the Middle Ages and Renaissance to

modern masters, The Hutchins Consort displays abreadth and depth few traditional groups can match.

THE HUTCHINS CONSORT

One o the most unique string ensembles in the world.


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One hell o a good show . . .THE WALL STREET JOURNAL

The Screwtape Letters is a smart, provocativeand wickedly funny theatrical adaptation ofthe C.S. Lewis novel about spiritual warfarefrom a demons point of view. With packedperformances in New York, Chicago and

Washington, D.C., The Washington Postdescribed The Screwtape Letters as

. . . sly, funny, handsomely produced.

SATURDAY

Apr. 6 | 4:00 &7:30 pm

Adults $49 / $39 / $29

Students $24.50 / $19.50 / $14.50

C.S. LEWIS

THE SCREWTAPE LETTERS


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MOMIX: BOTANICAA antasy world o surreal images and dancer-illusionists.

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WEDNESDAY

Apr. 10 | 7:30 pmAdults $38 / $34

Students $19 / $17

MOMIX combines athletic dance, rivetingmusic, outrageous costumes and pure talent

to create an unforgettable experience.

Botanica transports you to a fantasy worldof surreal images using large-scale puppets,

projected imagery, and larger-than-life propscreated by Michael Curry, designer forDisneys Broadway musical The Lion King.

SPONSORED BY:


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THE SPENCERSTHEATRE OF ILLUSION

Modern day Houdini.VAIL DAILY NEWS

The Spencers present a magical, modern-

day Houdini exhibition featuring manynever-before-seen, mind-bogglingillusions. Enjoy the drama, spectacle,interaction, danger and pure family-friendlyentertainment of live magic!

SPONSORED BY:

FRIDAY


Students $18


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An unorgettable night o improv comedy.SATURDAY

Apr. 20 | 7:30 pmAdults $45 / $35

Students $22.50 / $17.50

SPONSORED BY:

Join Ryan Stiles, Greg Proops, Chip Esten and Jeff B.Davis, cast members of the hit TV show Whose Line Is It

Anyway?, for a night of unforgettable improv comedy thatwill leave you laughing for days. Bring your suggestions forthe show!

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Standup is fun, improv isfunnier. And these guys are theworlds best!

THE PORTLAND OREGONIAN

WHOSE LIVE ANYWAY?


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THE RUSSIAN NATIONAL BALLET THEATRE:

SLEEPING BEAUTY

Russias legendary ballet company.

Princess Aurora must entrust her future

to a rescuing prince when shes sent intoa slumber by the vengeful Carabosse. Setto Tchaikovsky, Sleeping Beautycomes aliveamidst a lavish set complete with magicaleffects and courtly splendor, while upholdingthe grand national tradition of Russian ballet.

SPONSORED BY:

THURSDAY

May 2 | 7:30 pmAdults $39 / $35 / $29

Students $19.50 / $17 / $14.50


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THE JOFFREY BALLET:THE RITE OF SPRINGMarch 2| 7:30 pmLied Center Main Stage

Adults $46 / $36 / $29

Students $23 / $18 / $14.50

Widely considered one of the worlds

nest ballet companies, The Joffrey Ballet

celebrates the 100th anniversary of

Stravinsky and Nijinskys The Rite of Springin

a triumphant performance.

The Rite of Spring, which premiered in 1913,

stunned audiences with its incorporation of

ancient, pagan mythology, Slavic folklore, and

high modernist kinetic movement. Nijinsky

promised it would open new horizons

ooded with different rays of sun. He kepthis promise. The Rite of Springremains one

of the most celebrated and controversial

productions of the 20th century.

Co-presented with the Lied Center. See page 26.

DANCES INSPIREDBY GREEK ANTIQUITYMarch 13| 7:30 pmLied Center Main Stage

Adults $12 (FREE to UNL faculty & staff)

Students $6 (FREE to UNL students)

Founded in 1979, Lori Belilove & The Isadora

Duncan Dance Company is the preeminent

Isadora Duncan dance company performing in

the world today.

Duncan created dances in homage to the

Greek gods Apollo and Dionysius, and lesser

gods, nymphs and heroes found in ancient

Greek mythology. She infused her particular

brand of American spirit with her love for

the Greeks, convinced that the Dance of the

Future should adhere to the ideals found inancient Greek tragedy. Belilove and company

bring fresh interpretations to Duncans works

in a cohesive program including a lecture and

screening of rare lms clips.

THE ARGUMENTAND DINNER PARTYApril 2324| 7:00 pmJohnny Carson Teater at the Lied Center

Adults $12 (FREE to UNL faculty & staff)

Students $6 (FREE to UNL students)

Experience two theatrical works in one

evening, directed by award-winning David

Herskovits, founder of the acclaimed Target

Margin Theatre.

Based on both Aristotles Poetics and the

essays of Gerald F. Else, The Argument is

a passionate students love letter and farewell

to his teacher reminding us of the personal

pathos that binds us to the Greeks, and ring

us to capture that chimera, art. A detailed yet

playful adaptation of Platos Symposium,DinnerPartytakes on love from every angle, delving

into the original text with gusto to bring

out the philosophy and lust, language and

appetite not to mention really good wine.

The Interdisciplinary Arts Symposium is sponsored by the Hixson-LiedCollege of Fine and Performing Arts, presented, in part, by the Lied Centerfor Performing Arts, and funded, in part, by the Hixson-Lied Endowment.

40 |Interdisciplinary Arts Symposium| 402.472.4747

INTERDISCIPLINARY ARTS SYMPOSIUMHixson-Lied College of Fine and Performing ArtsDirector: Dr. Rhonda Garelick

IAS Season IV: Ancient World through Modern Eyes: Modern performing arts have returned

consistently to classical antiquity and ancient mythologies to make sense of the contemporary. Join us for

world-class drama, ballet, modern dance, philosophy, and poetry, as we consider how performance renewsitself through consideration of its ancestry. Tickets available through the Lieds Ticket Ofce, 402.472.4747.


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43/5742 | Lincolns Symphony Orchestra| 402.472.4747

2012-2013 SEASON SCHEDULEVisit www.lincolnsymphony.org or call 402.476.2211 or details

TickeTing and faciliTy fees

apply To all TickeTs sold

POPS

WICKED DIVAS

fr, stmbr 7, 7:30 pMl ctr r prrm art

LSOs season opens with a concert o divashowstoppers starring the Glinda and Elphabarom the Tony-award winning Broadwayproduction oWicked, and eaturing selectionsrom Wicked, Gypsy, Ragtime, Titanic, Carmen,Phantom o the Opera, and many others.

Join us or a season kick-o gala. The pre-

concert event will include dinner, drinks,exclusive perormances, and a rafe or

the chance to conduct the orchestra. Moreinormation available online.

CLASSICAL

FROM THE NEW WORLDsr Buhr, su, stmbr 30, 7:30 pMl ctr r prrm art

Join LSO or a captivating evening o universalaudience avorites. The concert begins withEdvard Griegs only (and wildly popular) PianoConcerto in A Minor, eaturing pianist SaraBuechner. Concluding with revolutionarysplendor, the orchestra perorms AntoninDvorks Symphony No. 9 in E Minor (Fromthe New World).

CLASSICAL

AN EVENING WITH MOZART

Jr oluh, rfr, nvmbr 9, 7:30 pMl ctr r prrm art

Soprano Jennier OLoughlin joins LSOto perorm Mozarts Exsultate Jubilate,with its joyul Alleluia. She will also singconcert arias, including the amouslydemanding Queen o the Nightaria romThe Magic Flute. On the second hal, LSOperorms the intensely emotional SymphonyNo. 40 (Great G Minor Symphony).

FAMILY

THE PHANTOM OF THE MUSIC HALL

M putsu, nvmbr 18, 2:00 pMod autrum

The music hall has been double booked! Howcould this have happened? Its all part o theelaborate plan o Mysterion, the phantom o theconcert hall who has mischievously engineeredthis program lled with giant puppets, amiliaramily classics and orchestral music or all ages.

POPS

DECK THE HALLSdr. Tr g. Wht, utr; Tm Mrr,tr; l suzu stu; lMwt Bt cmsu, dmbr 2, 7:30 pMl ctr r prrm art

Get into the spirit o the season with a programo traditional holiday avorites. Our annualholiday pops concert eatures actor TimMarrone perorming A Christmas Carol, localSuzuki music students, and dancers perormingThe Nutcracker.

FAMILY

THE LEGEND OF SLEEPY

HOLLOWdr. Tr g. Wht, utrsu, fbrur 3, 2:00 pMod autrum

The tale o Ichabod Crane, a timeles s childrensclassic, is set to music by Robert Lichtenbergerand brought to lie with narrator. In addit ionto other classical avorites, t he audience willalso hear the winner o LSOs Young ArtistCompetition perorming a movement o aconcerto with the orchestra.

SPECIAL EVENT

MARK MARKHAM RECITALsu, fbrur 10, 4:00 pMsh Muum art

World-renowned pianist Mark Markhamreturns to Lincoln or a special solo recital tobenet LSO. Join us in the beautiul setting othe Sheldon Museum o Art or the concert,ollowed by a cocktails and hors-doeuvresreception.

CLASSICAL

RUSSIAN ROMANTICSstur, fbrur 23, 7:30 pMl ctr r prrm art

Borodins Nocturne or string orchestraexudes beauty and emotional intensity.The string orchestra continues withShostakovichs Chamber Symphony (StringQuartet No. 8), which highlights the politicalunrest o 20th-century Russia. The ull orchestranishes with Tchaikovskys Symphony No. 6 inB Minor (Pathtique), exempliying the spirito classical romanticism.

CLASSICAL

BRAHMS MEETS BEETHOVENat Mr, vstur, Mrh 16, 7:30 pMl ctr r prrm art

LSO concertmaster Anton Miller perormsBeethovens Violin Concerto in D Major.This exuberant concerto challenges soloistand orchestra alike in a dazzling display oorchestral glory. Brahms Symphony No. 3 iF Majordemonstrates a quiet intensity thatcritics described as the most nearly pereo Brahms symphonies.

CLASSICAL

THE RITE OF SPRINGdm Thm l, mr;l yuth smhsu, M 5, 7:30 pMl ctr r prrm art

LYS plays side-by-side with LSO to premiera piece commissioned rom UNL composerDamon Thomas Lee. Infuenced by the poeo Adolph Boettger, Schumanns SpringSymphonyvividly conjures the spirit o spriStravinskys avant-garde masterpiece, The o Spring, requires a massive symphonic othat will resonate with the audience, leavinglasting impression o grandeur.

LSOs move to the Lied Center forPerforming Arts is made possible in partby a gift from James and Rhonda Seacre

402.476.2211 | lincolnsymphony.org5 tickets or children under age 17 made possible by theenemann Charitable Foundation Student Ticket Program.

The Lied Center and Lincolns Symphony Orchestra

(LSO) continue partnership in bringing Lincolns nest

orchestral music to larger audiences. The 20112012

LSO move to the Lied Centers 2,000+ seat main stage

resulted in a record 90% attendance increase. LSO, the

Lied Centers Resident Orchestra, will present seven of

its season performances at the Lied this year.

Lied Center Executive Director Bill Stephan noted,

The Lied Center is proud to have Lincolns Symphony

Orchestra home. LSO is an outstanding musical

ensemble that enhances the musical offerings at the

Lied Center and supports our organizations vision of

transforming lives through the performing arts. This

partnership is a natural match with the Lied Centers

vision to transform the lives of the people of Nebraska

through the performing arts.

Expanding the presentations of artists of great distinctionrepresenting all art forms and genresboth from

Nebraska and around the worldis a key component

in carrying out this vision. The LSO makes a substantial

contribution to the Lincoln performing arts community

each year. LSO Music Director Edward Polochick said,

As the premier venue in Lincoln, it is absolutely where

our orchestra belongs.

PARTNERING WITH THE LSO


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Luncheon in the Katherine Hendy Parker Lobby.

Wedding reception in the Johnny Carson Theater.

FOR YOUR NEXT EVENT

Few venues in Lincoln share the distinctive atmosphere,

prime location and picturesque views that the Lied Center

can provide for your special event. The dedicated staff

and elegance of the Lied Center for Performing Arts will

ensure a memorable and magical experience for everyone.

Conveniently located between UNL and downtown,

the Lied Center offers easy access to the Haymarket

and downtown areas with a multitude of eating

establishments and parking availability.

With ve unique settings available, the Lied Center has

endless possibilities for your special events: trade shows,

tailgate parties, lectures, fundraising events, weddings and

more! Seating capacity ranges are vast. Which setting is

the best t for your next event?

STEINHART ROOM120 lecture capacity, 96 banquet capacity

JOHNNY CARSON THEATER250 lecture/performance capacity, 216 banquet capacity

KATHERINE HENDY PARKER LOBBY400 reception capacity, 248 banquet capacity

MAIN STAGE AUDITORIUM2,192 capacity

LIED COMMONS200 lecture/performance capacity, 152 banquet capacity

For more information, contact Steve Pearson at402.472.4715 or visit www.liedcenter.org

Event on the Lied Centers Main Stage.


45/5744 | Ticket Info| 402.472.4747

SEATING PRIORITY:Major season ticket seatingassignments are made on a rst come, rst served basis.

GROUP SALES:Beginning July 2, 2012,groupdiscounts (for groups of 20 or more) are availablefor most Lied Center-presented performances. Call

402.472.8510.

STUDENTS AND YOUTH:Anyone 18 years of ageor younger receives a discount for most Lied Center-presented events. University of NebraskaLincoln

students receive a discount for eligible events with a validstudent I.D. (one ticket per I.D.), provided the studentpays Fund A activity fees.

UNL FACULTY AND STAFF:Payroll deductionfor the purchase of season tickets is available as aservice to all UNL Faculty and Staff, who also enjoy a10% discount off single-ticket prices if season order is

received by September 1, 2012. Please inquire with theTicket Ofce at the time of purchase.

REFUNDS:There are no refunds on tickets except inthe event of a cancelled show that is not rescheduled.

ADMISSION:Regardless of age, every person musthave a ticket for admission. Children under 12 years of agemust be accompanied by an adult at all Lied Center events.

EXCHANGES:Ticket exchanges are available as abenet to season subscribers at no cost. Tickets must bereturned to the ticket ofce at least 48 hours prior to theperformance in order to exchange them for another eventin the current season.

CONTENT ADVISORY:If you are unsure whethera performance is suitable for your child, please call theTicket Ofce for a recommendation. The Lied routinelypublishes content warnings when appropriate.

DANCING POLICY: In an effort to create a funand safe environment for our patrons, the Lied Centerhas the following policy regarding dancing at Liedperformances:

Patrons may dance in the area immediately in front of theirseats as long as it is carried out in a manner that is respectfulof other audience members . Dancing in the aisles and othercommon areas will not be permitted for safety reasons.

CONCERT ATMOSPHERE: Artists performing atthe Lied Center often utilize amplied

sound as part of their performance.Performances that create a concert

atmosphere with higher volume levelsare indicated with this symbol.

THE LIED CENTER IS YOUR SOURCE FOR THEBEST ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT IN NEBRASKA!Single tickets for all events go on sale August 14 at 11:00 am. They can be purchased in person at the

Lied Center Ticket Ofce, via mail, phone, fax or at www.liedcenter.org.


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HOW TO ORDER YOUR SUBSCRIPTION

REVIEW THE DETAILSA subscription is an order of 4 or more events. Themore you order, the more you save!

Only 12/13 subscription orders are being acceptedat this time. Single tickets for individual performanceswill go on sale August 14, 2012. Tickets will beavailable online at www.liedcenter.org, via phone at402.472.4747 or 800.432.3231 and in person at theLied Center Ticket Ofce.

Tickets will be mailed in mid to late August. Payment willbe veried before tickets are mailed.

If your rst choice is not available for a particularperformance, tickets at the next lowest price will be

substituted and you will be refunded the difference.

CREATE YOUR SEASON PACKAGE1. Select your seating and performance preferences on

the order form.

2. Fill out Ordered by section and be sure to includeyour phone number(s).

3. Select your choice of events and prices. Indicate thenumber of tickets in the Qty section.

4. Select a minimum of four different events. Orders

for less than four events will not be accepted untilAugust 14, 2012.

5. Subtotal your selections and subtract the appropriatediscount.

General Public:4 to 7 events 10%, 8 or more 20%

UNL student only:3 to 5 events 10%, 6 or more 20%

6. Add all donations and fees and enter your grand total.

PLACE YOUR ORDER1. Mail your ticket order form. Include your check*,

money order, or credit card information with yourorder form in the envelope provided. If the envelope ismissing, please mail the form and payment to:

University of NebraskaLincolnLied Center Ticket OfceP.O. Box 880157Lincoln, NE 68588-0157

2. Drop off your completed order form, in the envelopeprovided, at the ticket ofce during regular ticket ofcehours. Include your payment information.

*Your check will be deposited upon receipt. Tickets will bepulled at a later date. Please make check out to Universityof NebraskaLincoln.


47/5746 | Audience Services| 402.472.4747

VALET PARKINGThe City of Lincoln offers valet parking starting at least one

hour before showtime at all Lied main stage 2012/2013

season events. Drive up to the Lied or save by reserving your

space early!

$7 RESERVED AHEAD OF TIME

$8 EVENT DRIVE-UP SERVICE

To reserve your space or for more information, contact City of

Lincoln Parking Services at 402.441.PARK or visit www.parkandgo.org

TICKET OFFICE HOURSLIED MAIN STAGEMondayFriday: 11:00 am5:30 pm

Performance Weekdays:

Open at 11:00 am

Performance Weekends: Matinee event: Open at 12:00 pm

Evening event: Open at 5:00 pm

On performance days for events in the Lied Commons

and the Johnny Carson Theater, Ticket Ofce personnel

will be in the venue one hour prior to the event.

SERVICESSpecial seating for individuals with disabilities isavailable upon request.

Assisted listening devices are provided at the

coat check. Interpreters for hearing impairedpatrons are available when requested two weeks

in advance.

Large-print programs are available to the visuallyimpaired upon request.

MORE QUESTIONS?Phone: 402.472.4747

Toll Free: 800.432.3231

Fax: 402.472.4730

www.liedcenter.org

University of NebraskaLincoln

Lied Center for Performing Arts Ticket Ofce301 North 12th Street

P.O. Box 880157

Lincoln, NE 68588-0157


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Susan Werner and Trina Hamlin teach a harmonica workshop in Nebraska City.

Hans Sturm, UNL music professor, teaches a workshop to prepare students forTurtle Island String Quartets matinee in Kearney.

I learned that music can

inspire people to do betterthings in life.

STUDENT | GERING, NEBRASKA

ARTS ACROSS NEBRASKA

The Arts Across Nebraska program is a major pillar

of the Lied Centers statewide mission. The program

provides student matinees and public performances

by world-class artists to rural Nebraska communities,

preceded by in-school workshops for K12 students.

In 2011/12, Turtle Island String Quartet and singer-

songwriter Susan Werner with Trina Hamlin presented

12 public performances and student matinees as part of

the Arts Across Nebraska program. In total, the program

reached 5,536 people throughout the state.

The program has an excellent track record of

introducing students to the power of the performing

arts. In 2011/12, approximately 62% of participating

students saw a professional string quartet for the rst

time in their lives, an experience made more noteworthy

by the fact that Turtle Island is a groundbreaking, two-

time GRAMMY Award-winning group. Approximately

92% of all participants were more interested in the

performing arts and/or music after the tour. We take

pride in our ability to provide truly world-class artists

and quality experiences to greater Nebraska.

For the 2012/13 season, the program will tour three

artist groups, Repertory Dance Theatre (RDT), Kusi Takiand Jackie Allen, to ten Nebraska communities.

To fnd out how you can bring Arts Across Nebraska to

your community, contact Petra Wahlqvist, Director of

Community Engagement and Learning (402.472.3215 or

[email protected]).

FUNDED BY:


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THE SHAPE OF A GIRLADDRESSES BULLYING

The Lied Center demonstrates the power of the arts to

shed light on contemporary issues. Written by award-

winning playwright Joan MacLeod, The Shape of a Girlused honesty, humor and profound insight to present a

tough and complicated teenage worlda world where

loyalty to a friend can have tragic results. Eight teachers

and 150 students in Lincolns Irving and Mickle Public

Middle Schools were engaged in a workshop led by

nationally renowned UNL expert Dr. Susan Swearer,

performer Georgina Beaty and RESPECT2, an Omaha-

based company who uses research-based theater

to engage youth. Participants talked about the plays

impact, engaged in frank discussions about social versusphysical or cyber aggression, and role-played strategies

to both identify and prevent bullying. Teachers across

the state enrolled in Practical Ways to Address Bullying

in the Classroom and learned rsthand how the arts can

illuminate sensitive issues in our day.

This whole experience had

a profound impact on ourschool. MICKLE MIDDLE SCHOOL TEACHER

Science of Sound students show off their hand-made instruments.

My child enjoyed thehands-on experimentingwith materials and creatingsound.PARENT

Dr. Susan Swearer facilitates a teacher workshop on bullying.

THE SCIENCE OF SOUNDSPRING BREAK CAMP

Immersing and energizing area youth using the arts as a

tool for learning teamed the Lied Center, Time Warner

Cable, and Lincoln Public Schools in the eleventh year ofan exciting partnership.

Over the 2012 spring break, an interdisciplinary camp

held at Leer Middle School infused the arts in hands-

on science learning, technology, engineering and math

(STEM) for ve teachers and 40 middle and high school

students from Lincoln Public Schools Community

Learning Centers. Kennedy Center teaching artist

John Bertles (Bash the Trash) led students study of

the physics and mechanics of instrument-building

and creation of personal string, percussion and horn

instruments. Capped with a performance of Beatles

favorites, on-stage with their peers, Science of Sound

demonstrates how communities, corporations, and arts

organizations can join forces to inform, educate and

inspire children across Nebraska.


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UNL dancers and engineering students prepare for their collaboration with Pilobolus.

LIEDCENTER.ORG | Education| 4

POETRY AND THEATERIGNITES CREATIVITY

Since 2009, Sarah McKinstry-Brown has served as a

teaching artist in Lied Center education programs. This

spring she visited area schools to entice students, grades39, to write poetry. Twenty teachers and over 400

students participated as McKinstry-Brown introduced

similes and metaphors as a way for students to write

about the favorite people in their lives.

The play Locomotion, an adaptation by the books author

Jacqueline Woodson, was the source of inspiration for

McKinstry-Browns visits to area schools. A Kennedy

Center production, Locomotion follows the journey of

11-year old Lonnie Collins Motion, an African American

boy who discovers a passion for writing poetry and a way

to express his feelings about family and the tragic loss of

his parents. Through these performance and residency

experiences, students learned that something as simple as

writing a poem can ignite creativity and start the journey

of growing up.

PILOBOLUSDANCINGWITH ROBOTS

Robotics and dance? At the Lied Center the uncommon

combination brought UNL dance and engineering

students together with the professional dancecompany Pilobolus. The result? Students dancing with

ying robots to live music, delighting over a hundred

attendees at the Lieds Johnny Carson Theater pre-

performance premiere of the students collaboration.

Seeing is being astonished: visit

www.netnebraska.org/extras/nebraskastories/

For more information on the Lieds many education

programs, please visit us online at www.liedcenter.org

Challenging! But totally funand new and brilliant.

UNL STUDENT DANCE PARTICIPANT

EDUCATION PROGRAMS FUNDED BY:

DR. PHILLIP ENGEN

Sarah McKinstry-Brown leads a poetry residency at Eastridge Elementary School.


51/5750 |Friends of Lied| 402.472.4747

The Friends o Lied organization has been an integralpart o the Lied Center or Perorming Arts since theLied opened in 1990. The Friends have created once-in-a-lietime moments or millions o children, studentsand adults. Friends o Lied unding connects thecommunity to world-class artists through numerouseducational workshops and perormances each year.

In addition, the Friends help introduce thousandso schoolchildren each year to the power o theperorming arts by providing student matinees.

The Friends are committed to the Lied Center missionto entertain, educate and inspire people acrossNebraska through the perorming arts. In the last ouryears alone, the Friends o Lied has donated morethan $1 million to the Lied Center. This donation is

made possible by hundreds oindividuals across the state who

are dedicated members o Friends oLied. Their tax-deductible contributions to the

Friends o Lied are necessary to continue operations atthe Lied Center since only 40% o operating costs arecovered by ticket sales each year.

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Add a gift to your season ticket order today! By giving you will be:

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PRE-PERFORMANCE

DinnersMake your night complete with dinner and a

show! Join the Friends of Lied before these

select performances for a catered dinner. Watch

liedcenter.org for ticket prices and more

information in coming months!

Cocktails: 5:30 pm | Dinner: 6:00 pmShow: 7:30 pm

CHICAGO

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AWAY IN THE BASEMENT:A CHURCHBASEMENT LADIESCHRISTMASSATURDAY| December 8

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52 |Friends of Lied| 402.472.4747

The GraciousTable

Friends of Lied Presents

Table Inspirations 2 013

TUESDAY, APRIL 16, 20136:309:00 pm

Cocktails & Conversation Table Tour

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 17, 201310:00 am5:00 pm

Table Tour

11:30 am12:15 pm

Guest Speaker Mary Carol Garrity

12:301:30 pm

Luncheon

2:004:00 pm

Gracious Table Mini-Design Sessions

For prices and reservations, call 402.472.4700.

Guest Speaker

MARY CAROL GARRITY

Dynamic proprietor of Nell

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The Lied Center for Performing Arts opened in 1990 through the generosity of

the Lied Foundation Trust and many other dedicated individuals, organizations and

businesses. It is built in memory of Ernst F. Lieds parents, Ernst M. and Ida K. Lied.Ernst F. Lied was born in Omaha and was a 1927 graduate of the University of

Nebraska. Upon his death in 1980, Christina Hixson was appointed executrix of

his estate and still serves as the Lied Foundation trustee. Ms. Hixson continues to

provide exceptional support for the Lied Center, the University of Nebraska, and

many projects throughout the state of Nebraska.

The Lied Foundation Trust established the Lied Performance Fund Endowment

at the University of Nebraska Foundation to enable the students and citizens of

Nebraska to experience the nest cultural performances available. Many generous

individuals and groups continue giving to this fund, enabling the Lied Center to

continue presenting world-class events and expanding its outreach program

throughout the state.

LIED CENTER MISSION STATEMENTThe Lied Center for Performing Arts educates, entertains and inspires the people

of Nebraska through the performing arts.

LIEDCENTER.ORG | Whats New| 5

THE LIED COMMONS

The Lied Center has been expanded! The Lied

Commons is a new addition to the Lied Center for

Performing Arts. This building enhancement of over

8,000 square feet will provide an additional space at

the Lied for small performances, receptions, lectures

and other special events. The Commons is the rst

addition to the Lied Center since its opening in 1990

and has a dedicated entrance extending onto the Friends

of Lied Plaza. The new venue will provide expanded

opportunities for students, artists and patrons.

The Lied Commons features a multi-purpose space with

a panoramic view of the UNL campus that seats up to

200 people theater-style or up to 160 for round table

seating. It also features an eighteen-seat board room

and catering kitchen. This venue was made possible by

a gift from Ms. Christina Hixson with the Ernst F. Lied

Foundation Trust, as part of the Campaign for Nebraska.

For rental information, contact Steve Pearson at

402.472.4715 or [email protected].


55/5754 | Sponsors| 402.472.4747

SEASON SPONSORS

Founded in 1917, Union Bank & Trust Co. has grown to 36

locations in Nebraska and Kansas and over $10 billion

in combined bank and trust assets. It places great

importance on being a good steward for the community,including the arts.

For over two decades, the Friends of Lied organization has

helped support and promote the Lied Center as

Nebraskas premier performing arts venue. Friends of

Lied members across the state help bring world-class

performances to all Nebraskans through projects and

events that combine fundraising, education, social events

and service. A highlight of the current season is Table

Inspirations, an event held every 2 years that celebrates

the table designs of Nebraskas best interior designers.

One of southeast Nebraskas most popular events, TableInspirations is scheduled for April 16, 2013 (See page 52

for more details). Friends of Lied membership information

is available at the Lied Center ticket ofce, online at

liedcenter.org, or see page 5051 of this book.

Ameritas heritage, dating back to its founding in Lincoln

in 1887, is built on Midwestern values, high ethicalstandards, trusted relationships and a commitment to our

community. Today, Ameritas and its afliates offer a wide

range of insurance and nancial products and services to

individuals, families and businesses nationwide.


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PRESENTERFirst National Bank

Holiday Inn Hotels

Ruth K. Seacrest Fund

DIRECTORJames C. and Rhonda Seacrest

Lincoln Benet Life

RBC Wealth Management

The Burket Graf Endowment

STARNebraska Lottery

Oak Creek Plants and Flowers

Ruth Amen Endowment

CHORUSArt and Chris ZygielbaumBlue Cross and Blue Shield

Chateau Development LLC

Country Inn & Suites

Dr. Phillip Engen

Elizabeth Rubendall Foundation

Embassy Suites

Hoppe Law Firm

Jewish Federation of Lincoln

Liberty First Credit Union

Meiers Cork N Bottle

The Ambassador Health System

U-STOP

West Gate Bank

Woods & Aitken

SUPPORTINGAce Rent to Own

Cline, Williams, Wright, Johnson

& Oldfather, L.L.P.

Cornerstone Bank

Duncan Aviation

Friends of Lied Legends

Sartor Hamann Jewelers

TRANSPORTATIONSPONSOR

Sid Dillon

MEDIA PARTNERSBroadcast House

KLKN-TV

Lamar Outdoor Advertising

Lincoln Journal Star

Nebraska Educational Telecommunications

Swanson Russell

Three Eagles Communication

Time Warner Cable

RESTAURANT PARTNERSbread&cup

Brix & Stone

Dish

VenueSpaghetti Works

EDUCATION SPONSORSAND GRANTSHixson-Lied College of Fine and Performing

Arts and the Hixson-Lied Endowment

Woods Charitable Fund Arts in Schools

Lincoln Community Foundation

Arts in Schools

Sarah Lahr Arts in Schools

Time Warner Cables Connect a Million Minds

Arts in Schools

LPS Community Learning Centers Arts in Schools

Dr. Phillip Engen Arts in Schools

Gene F. Stohs, M.D., Debra C. Placek,

M.D., Jeffrey E. Tomjack, M.D., Alecia S.

Lovegrove, M.D., Eugenia M. Foster, M.D.,

A.P.R.N., Martee R. MacLeod-Kozal, M.D.

of Womens Health Care Center of

Williamsburg. Pre-Performance Talk Series

Lincoln Arts CouncilArts in Schools

KENNEDY CENTERPARTNERSIN

EDUCATION PROGRAMGenerous support provided by John F.Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts,

the Kennedy Center National Partnerships

Program, the Nebraska Arts Council, and the

Umonhon Nation School (Macy).

Professional development and residency

programs are supported by the Nebraska

Arts Council, in addition to the Umonhon

Nation School (Macy), Crete Public Schools

(Crete), Park Middle School (Lincoln), and

Madison Public Schools (Madison).

ARTS ACROSSNEBRASKAPROGRAMNebraska Arts Council and the Nebraska

Cultural Endowment

National Endowment for the Arts

Friends of Lied

Richard P. Kimmel and Laurine Kimmel

Charitable Foundation

FAMFEST SPONSORSCookie Company

Pepsi-Cola of Lincoln

Runza

PROGRAM SUPPORTThe Nebraska Arts Council, a state

agency, has supported the programs of

this organization through its matching

grants program funded by the Nebraska

Legislature; the National Endowment for

the Arts, a federal agency, and the Nebraska

Cultural Endowment. For more information,

visit www.nebraskaartscouncil.org and

www.nebraskaculturalendowment.org

Mid-America Arts Alliance has supported

Lied programs with generous underwriting

from the National Endowment for the Arts,Nebraska Arts Council and foundations,

corporations and individuals throughout

Arkansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma

and Texas.

SPECIAL PROJECTSPONSORS AND GRANTSLied Centers New Sound System

Dillon Foundation

Cooper Foundation

Rogers Foundation

Lancaster County Visitors Improvement Fund

Lied Centers New Light Board

Lancaster County Visitors Improvement Fund

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!


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