Arts Across Nebraska connects Lied Center artists to communities across the state of Nebraska. While COVID precautions prevent a full in-person tour this summer, the Lied is excited to be hosting two Nebraska favorite artists in Lincoln and providing live streaming options to venues statewide. Both events are FREE to attend in-person or via live webcast!
Billy McGuigan’s Pop Rock Orchestra- June 6, 4:00pm
Billy McGuigan and his rock orchestra present a high-energy concoction of rock ‘n’ roll mega hits in a unique, live concert experience. Billy and the Pop Rock Orchestra take you on a journey through the 50s rock and roll, the psychedelic 60s and the sweet sounds of the 70s. From American Rock to British Invasion hits Billy McGuigan’s Pop Rock Orchestra attack the music with thunderous energy. The set list is as varied and versatile as Billy himself and each song is handpicked to compliment Billy’s heartwarming stories, humor, trivia and nostalgia.
This concert will be held outside the Lied, on the green space in front of Kimmel Auditorium. Lawn chairs and blankets are welcome! It is FREE to attend in person or via live webcast, but registration is required to reserve tickets. There is also the option to add a donation to support the Lied Center. Tickets are available at liedcenter.org.
Johnny Manhattan Orchestra- June 24, 7:30pm
The Johnny Manhattan Orchestra is a 17-piece professional swing orchestra featuring the original arrangements of the greatest hits of the Swing Era recorded by Glenn Miller, Benny Goodman, Harry James, Tommy Dorsey, Les Brown, Artie Shaw, Count Basie and more. Performances are presented as simulated live nationwide radio broadcasts from 1940 originating from famous New York City venues featuring “The Toast of New York City, The Johnny Manhattan Orchestra” led by Lincoln trumpeter John Tavlin as bandleader “Johnny Manhattan.” The performances feature two professional vocalists, Natalie Tavlin as “Ruby Diamond, The Swingin’est Lady in All Of New York City” and Kellyn Wooten as “Broadway’s Singing Sensation, Kellyn Kelly.”
This concert is FREE to attend in person or via live webcast, but registration is required to reserve tickets. There is also the option to add a donation to support the Lied Center. Tickets are available at liedcenter.org.