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2026 Special Events
Lofte Annual Meeting & Volunteer Recognition
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February 1st or March 1st @ TBD

Join us for our annual chili cook-off as we honor our volunteers, look back at the 2025 season, and vote for our 2025 “Loftescar” winners! In addition, get an exclusive sneak peek of the 2027 season show line-up! Keep an eye on the Lofte’s social media platforms and Lofte.org for times and details.

Free Admission- Small charge for chili and concessions
Valentine's Day Dinner Theatre
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February 13th & 14th @ 7 PM; February 15h @ 2 PM
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Celebrate love in style with our Valentine's Day Dinner Theatre, featuring Love/Sick, a collection of slightly twisted and completely hilarious short plays by John Cariani. With a delicious catered dinner and fantastic live performances, this evening will be full of fun you won't want to miss! 

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Cash/credit card bar available

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Call the Lofte Box Office at 402-234-2553 for pricing and details

Missoula Children's Theatre
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Auditions: June 8th @ 10 AM
Camp: June 8th through June 13th
Performances: June 13th @ 3 PM and 6 PM




Internationally known for their work with young artists, the Lofte is proud to host the Missoula Children’s Theatre free workshop again for the 2026 season.

 
Open auditions for all children entering 1st grade thru 12th grade will be held on June 8th at 10 AM, and the week-long camp will run from June 8th thru June 13th with live performances June 13th at 3 PM and 6 PM.

Public Performance Tickets: $10 for Adults; $8 for Children

Have questions about Missoula? Review these FAQs!
Have more questions? Call the Lofte Box Office at (402) 234-2553.
Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre
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October 30th & 31st @ 7 PM; November 1st @ 2 PM
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Bring your spy glass; wear your trench coat and prepare to help solve a gruesome murder! You might even be a suspect!? But before the ghastly event occurs, enjoy a delicious catered dinner onstage.

 

Cash/credit card bar available

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Call the Lofte Box Office at 402-234-2553 for pricing and details

Veteran’s Day Concert
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November 8th @ 2:30 PM

Honor our country’s heroes with this free concert event. Bring the whole family to this patriotic performance by the Southeast Nebraska Community Band as we thank all who have served. 

Free Admission- Free Popcorn for Veterans

Omaha's Choice Award Winner for Live Theatre for 2024
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Omaha's Choice Award Winner for Live Theatre for 2025

Gold sponsors

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PO Box 62

15841 Manley Road

Manley, NE 68403

The Lofte Community Theatre and Born-In-A-Barn Players are dedicated to providing opportunities for all ages to participate in the creative process and to enjoy the social, artistic, and educational benefits of all art forms.

402-234-2553

office@lofte.org

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The Lofte Association, Inc. is a 501 (c) 3 corporation.
This institution is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer.

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