Explore “Beyond the Stage”
From internationally-renowned musicians, actors and dancers to independent filmmakers and artistic directors, the Lied Center makes it possible to engage with and learn from some of the world’s most outstanding artists.
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Renee Rosnes with KU Jazz Ensemble I — Beyond the Stage
Students the in the award-winning KU Jazz Ensemble I rehearsed and performed with virtuoso jazz pianist and composer Renee Rosnes at the Lied Center of Kansas. -
Andy Akiho with KU Percussion Group — Beyond the Stage
Following a week of workshops and rehearsals, the KU Percussion Group performs on the Lied Center stage with virtuoso percussionist and composer, Andy Akiho. -
Hypnotic Brass Ensemble — Beyond the Stage
The Hypnotic Brass Ensemble shared their passion for music and arts education in an energetic performance for all the middle school students in Lawrence Public Schools prior to their public performance at the Lied Center. The Fox4 News team was on site covering the school performances, and band students even performed on stage with the group! Learn more about the Lied Center at lied.ku.edu. -
Rhapsody in Black — Beyond the Stage
Leland Gantt performed his one-man play RHAPSODY IN BLACK for all Lawrence High and Free State High School students. The poignant and often hilarious play deconstructs notions of race and identity—provoking thought, realigning perspectives and sparking healthy conversations. Learn more about the Lied Center at lied.ku.edu. -
UNVEILED: A One-Woman Play — Beyond the Stage
Playwright and performer Rohina Malik shared UNVEILED: A One-Woman Play at the Lied Center, and engaged with audience members and KU students in a Q&A session after the performance. In the play, she breaks down stereotypes and performs as several different characters, sharing their unique and vulnerable stories. Learn more about the Lied Center at lied.ku.edu. -
Amirah Sackett, Muslim American hip-hop dancer — Beyond the Stage
Internationally recognized hip-hop dancer Amirah Sackett engaged with students across multiple age groups in master classes, workshops and discussions during a residency at the Lied Center of Kansas in Fall 2018. Learn more about the Lied Center at lied.ku.edu.