Demolition, site work, renovation and addition to a theater / auditorium in Lincoln, Nebraska. Completed plans call for the addition of a 166,000-square-foot theater / auditorium; for the demolition of a theater / auditorium; for the renovation of a 25,000-square-foot theater / auditorium; and for site work for a theater / auditorium.

As od December 20, 2022, construction is underway. A timeline for completion has not been confirmed. No further inquiries to be accepted. The University of Nebraska intends to procure a qualified contractor to provide pre-construction services and construction services as the Construction Manager at Risk (CMR) for the Lied Center Renovation and Addition. The estimated construction cost for the CMR Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) is $16,869,000. The total estimated construction budget including the GMP, in-house construction services, and the Owner's contingency is $19,488,000. Completed in 1989, the Lied Center for Performing Arts is in its 31st season. When the Lied Center was originally designed, it supported the performances and attendees at the highest levels. Thirty years later, changes in design and technologies have emerged, redefining what a performing arts theatre can be and how it can become the activator within its community. The proposed project includes: A building addition of four levels of new construction of approximately 16,600 sf providing a new entrance, vertical circulation, new box office, new green room, donor event space, education space and education administration. As well as, a strategic building renovation consisting of targeted areas of existing interior space on three levels, in the range of 25,000 sf, providing renovated lobby, improved circulation and accessibility, additional public restrooms, and valet. Confirmed shortlist. *This project has been awarded and all trades have been let.