Nebraska Arts Council aspires to positively impact lives of Nebraskans through the power of art. We provide programming, grants, and opportunities to foster creative innovation statewide.

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Looking for an accomplished artist to engage your students? What about a seasoned musician for your community event? The possibilities are endless with our Artist Roster, featuring Nebraska artists from multiple disciplines who are available for hire.

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Current and Upcoming Events

Saturday, January 18, 2025

RENT IN CONCERT

RENT in Concert, directed by Broadway’s Sammi Cannold, is a full symphonic concert evening performed with live vocalists and Lincoln’s Symphony Orchestra, celebrating Jonathan Larson’s groundbreaking Tony and Pulitzer Prize Award winning musical. Set in the East Village of New York City, Rent is about falling in love, finding your voice, and living for today. […]

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Thursday, January 23, 2025

SYNCOPATED LADIES

FIERCE FOOTWORK. FEMALE FORCE. Syncopated Ladies is the high-octane, high-impact female tap dance band created by Emmy Award-nominated tap dancer and choreographer Chloe Arnold, protege of Debbie Allen. Syncopated Ladies’ viral videos have amassed over 100 MILLION VIEWS, with reposts from stars, including Janet Jackson and Missy Elliot. Megastar Beyonce shared their work, saying “They […]

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Friday, January 24 - Saturday, January 25, 2025

METRO JAZZ QUINTET – FAVORITE LOVE SONGS

Following sold-out 2023-24 Season performances, experience jazz “club style” with the Metro Jazz Quintet in the intimate setting of the Lied Commons. This exciting quintet includes many of the finest jazz musicians in Nebraska performing a wide variety of music from your favorite legendary jazz composers. The Lied Commons club scene will feature table seating, […]

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