Renting the Lied

Renting the Lied - Overview

Hold your special event at the Lied Center for Performing Arts, Nebraska's most distinguished arts and entertainment center. The unique setting will ensure a memorable and magical experience for everyone.

Conveniently located between UNL and downtown, the Lied Center offers stunning campus views and easy access to the Haymarket and downtown areas with a multitude of eating establishments. Memorial Stadium and hotels are within five-minutes walking distance, and the Lincoln Airport is just a short drive away.

The versatile spaces can be tailored to suit your needs - whether you are planning a performance, wedding, tailgate party or meeting, the Lied is the place for you!

Please contact us for an estimate at 402.472.4715 or at eventcoordinator@unl.edu. We are happy to show you around the Lied Center-get in touch to make an appointment!


Lied Center - Main Stage

The main hall seats 2210 people. This number can be increased with the 66 seats of the orchestra pit lift and wheelchair seating.

Steinhart Room

The Steinhart Room is used for meetings, classes, receptions, and even small concerts. The room also features a retractable wall to divide the room into two meeting areas.

Katherine Hendy Parker Lobby

Katherine Hendy Parker Lobby provides access to the balcony seating of the main hall. Also featuring a spectacular view of the UNL campus, this lobby features its own concession area.

Carson Theater

The Carson Theater is a black box theater and is used for smaller productions, rehearsals, receptions, and even UNL dance classes. Portable risers can be arranged to accommodate a variety of seating arrangements for up to 250 people.