Lofte Community Theatre

Lofte Community Theatre Bringing the Arts to Rural Nebraska
Omaha's Choice for Live Theater 4 years in a row: 2022-2025!
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Our big clean-up day is tomorrow, and there are still volunteer slots available! Join us at the Lofte on Sunday, May 31s...
05/30/2026

Our big clean-up day is tomorrow, and there are still volunteer slots available! Join us at the Lofte on Sunday, May 31st, from 10:00 am until 5:00 pm to work on cleaning the theatre, painting the old ticket booth, and maybe even the occasional odd job here and there. This is a great way to get in some volunteer hours, or just come and help out! If possible, please sign up here so we know how many to expect: lofte.ludus.com/volunteer You can sign up for just part of the day or the entire day if you prefer! Lunch will be provided for all attendees - hot dogs, potato/pasta salad, soda, and more!

Check out this picture from the 2011 production of "Leaving Iowa." This production won top awards at the Nebraska Associ...
05/28/2026

Check out this picture from the 2011 production of "Leaving Iowa." This production won top awards at the Nebraska Association of Community Theatres competition (NACT) in 2011, and even went on to compete regionally! With mom, dad, daughter, and son all in the car for a cross-country road trip, what could possibly have them looking like this? Leave your best guesses in the comments!

The Lofte is excited to share more details about our upcoming gala celebration! We are celebrating 50 seasons of excelle...
05/27/2026

The Lofte is excited to share more details about our upcoming gala celebration! We are celebrating 50 seasons of excellent theatre, and it all culminates in a celebration gala on August 15th, 2026. Join us at the Cass County fairgrounds for a silent auction and dinner provided by the Rathe family! Then head on over to the theatre for a program and performance celebrating our 50 seasons. For tickets, visit lofte.org/tickets. This is a one-night-only performance that you won't want to miss, and we can't wait to celebrate with you!
Are you a born-in-a-barn player? Contact our box office for details on how you can get tickets at a discount as a thank you for performing with us!

The start of our Missoula Children's Theatre Workshop is only 2 weeks away! This summer, The Missoula Children's Theatre...
05/25/2026

The start of our Missoula Children's Theatre Workshop is only 2 weeks away! This summer, The Missoula Children's Theatre and The Lofte Community Theatre team up to present a free summer workshop for students entering 1st through 12th grades for FREE!
Auditions are at 10:00 am on June 8th; no preregistration is required. Please note that casting is limited to approximately 65 participants, so admission to the workshop is not guaranteed.
The workshop will run from June 8 through the 13th during the day at the Lofte Community Theatre.
Performances will be at 3:00 pm and 6:00 pm on June 13th. Get tickets at lofte.org/tickets

About The Missoula Children's Theatre: Their mission is to empower children and adults through theatre education and performance, developing lifelong skills while enriching communities worldwide through live productions. Originally founded in 1970, The Missoula Children's Theatre believes that theatre is for everyone. They are on a mission to change the world for the better. They advocate for equality, justice, and equity. Learn more at mctinc.org/

About the show: Missoula Children’s Theatre presents BEAUTY LOU AND THE COUNTRY BEAST, an original country western adaptation of the classic fairy tale BEAUTY AND THE BEAST. Beauty Lou is the oldest daughter of the bronc-bustin’ balladeer Buck. At the local county fair, young Beauty Lou is upset by the ungrateful behavior of a miner who has won the blue ribbon for his beautiful roses. She calls him a beast and wishes that he would look like one, too. Years later, when in danger of losing the family farm, Buck meets the miner-turned-beast. Beauty Lou agrees to befriend the Beast to save her family. Beauty Lou and the Beast both learn to look beyond appearances and first impressions and to see the beauty that dwells inside. The story, set in the American West, also features Beauty Lou’s six sisters, her Imaginary Friend, her dog Fleabite Clyde, farmhands Slim and Dusty, the neighborly Country Folk, and the Barnyard Critters.

The Lofte is proud to be a stop on the 2026 Nebraska passport! You can find us in the "Book it & Look It" category! If y...
05/22/2026

The Lofte is proud to be a stop on the 2026 Nebraska passport! You can find us in the "Book it & Look It" category! If you plan to come by, we'll be open to passport holders on Wednesdays and Fridays from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm, and on Saturdays from 10:30 am to 4:00 pm. You can also come during any performance! But don't wait too long, May is almost over, and the passport program is only active until September 30th! For more information, visit https://nebraskapassport.com/
Did you know that some passport stops provide special deals to passport holders? You can download the Nebraska Passport app for details, or pick up a passport booklet at participating locations, including The Lofte!

Join us at the Lofte on Sunday, May 31st, from 10:00 am until 5:00 pm to spruce up the place for the season! Lunch will ...
05/20/2026

Join us at the Lofte on Sunday, May 31st, from 10:00 am until 5:00 pm to spruce up the place for the season! Lunch will be provided for all attendees - hot dogs, potato/pasta salad, soda, and more! Here are a few things we'll be working on:
🏺Props and furniture sorting and cataloging
🎨 Putting a fresh coat of paint on the old ticket booth
🌷Flower bed mulching
🛠 Other assorted jobs that need to be done around the theatre
If you are able, please bring rakes, shovels, string trimmers, work gloves, 2-wheeled dollies, or any other tools that you think might be useful!
See you there!

The FREE Missoula Children's Theatre workshop at The Lofte starts in just 3 weeks - mark your calendars! Camp auditions ...
05/18/2026

The FREE Missoula Children's Theatre workshop at The Lofte starts in just 3 weeks - mark your calendars!
Camp auditions are at 10:00 am on June 8th; no preregistration is required. Students entering grades 1 through 12 in the fall of 2026 are eligible to audition. Casting is limited to approximately 65 participants, so admission to the workshop is not guaranteed.
The camp will run from June 8 through the 13th
Performances will be at 3:00 pm and 6:00 pm on June 13th

Missoula Children’s Theatre presents BEAUTY LOU AND THE COUNTRY BEAST, an original country western adaptation of the classic fairy tale BEAUTY AND THE BEAST. Beauty Lou is the oldest daughter of the bronc-bustin’ balladeer Buck. At the local county fair, young Beauty Lou is upset by the ungrateful behavior of a miner who has won the blue ribbon for his beautiful roses. She calls him a beast and wishes that he would look like one, too. Years later, when in danger of losing the family farm, Buck meets the miner-turned-beast. Beauty Lou agrees to befriend the Beast to save her family. Beauty Lou and the Beast both learn to look beyond appearances and first impressions and to see the beauty that dwells inside. The story, set in the American West, also features Beauty Lou’s six sisters, her Imaginary Friend, her dog Fleabite Clyde, farmhands Slim and Dusty, the neighborly Country Folk, and the Barnyard Critters.

AUDITIONS TOMORROW!Rodgers and Hammerstein's CinderellaAuditions for our musical will be held on May 18th and 19th at 7:...
05/17/2026

AUDITIONS TOMORROW!
Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella
Auditions for our musical will be held on May 18th and 19th at 7:00 pm at the Lofte Community Theatre, 15841 Manley Road, Manley, NE. Showtimes are Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at 7:00 PM and Sundays at 2:00 PM. Performance dates are July 18, 19, 23, 24, 25, 26, 30, 31; August 1, & 2.
Whether you're new to the stage or an experienced performer, the Lofte Community Theatre welcomes everyone to audition for our productions! RSVP or scheduling a time slot is not required. Please come a few minutes early to auditions with possible rehearsal and performance conflicts, and be prepared to read lines. Additionally, please bring a prepared song no more than one minute in length and attire for dancing. A piano accompanist is provided. We will be auditioning people ages 10 and up. Note: Age suggestions in the script will not be the deciding factor in casting. Actors of all abilities, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and experiences are encouraged to audition.
For details about our auditions this season, visit https://www.lofte.org/2026-auditions
We look forward to seeing you!
Cast Information for Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella: At least 6 women and 3 men ages starting around 18+. There is also a full ensemble chorus.

The timeless enchantment of a magical fairy tale is reborn with the Rodgers & Hammerstein hallmarks of charm and elegance. Originally presented on television in 1957 starring Julie Andrews, Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella was the most widely viewed program in the history of the medium.

UPCOMING AUDITIONS AND FREE WORKSHOP!Presented by the Missoula Children's TheatreBeauty Lou and the Country BeastAdapted...
05/15/2026

UPCOMING AUDITIONS AND FREE WORKSHOP!
Presented by the Missoula Children's Theatre
Beauty Lou and the Country Beast
Adapted by Jim Caron; Music and Lyrics by Michael McGill and Jim Caron; Additional Music by Jon Hart and Michael Schooner
Workshop auditions are at 10:00 am on June 8th, there are 65 available parts.
The workshop will run from June 8 through the 13th
Performances will be at 3:00 pm and 6:00 pm on June 13th
Missoula Children’s Theatre presents BEAUTY LOU AND THE COUNTRY BEAST, an original country western adaptation of the classic fairy tale BEAUTY AND THE BEAST. Beauty Lou is the oldest daughter of the bronc-bustin’ balladeer Buck. At the local county fair, young Beauty Lou is upset by the ungrateful behavior of a miner who has won the blue ribbon for his beautiful roses. She calls him a beast and wishes that he would look like one, too. Years later, when in danger of losing the family farm, Buck meets the miner-turned-beast. Beauty Lou agrees to befriend the Beast to save her family. Beauty Lou and the Beast both learn to look beyond appearances and first impressions and to see the beauty that dwells inside. The story, set in the American West, also features Beauty Lou’s six sisters, her Imaginary Friend, her dog Fleabite Clyde, farmhands Slim and Dusty, the neighborly Country Folk, and the Barnyard Critters.

For those interested but have questions, we suggest starting with the FAQ on the Missoula Children's Theatre website here: https://www.mctinc.org/red-truck-tour/faq/
Here are a few details that are specific to The Lofte:
Q: What are the ages that can participate?
A: Students entering grades 1-12 in the fall of 2026.
Q: How much does it cost to participate?
A: There is no cost to the student or their family for them to participate
Q: How much are tickets?
A: Tickets are $8 for children and $12 for adults. Tickets can be purchased online by visiting lofte.org/tickets and clicking "buy tickets."
Q: What if my student isn't cast in the show?
A: There are a few roles that can be filled outside of being cast in the production, but there are a limited number of parts. Participation in the workshop is not guaranteed.

Address

15841 Manley Road
Manley, NE
68403

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 12pm
Tuesday 8am - 12pm
Wednesday 8am - 12pm
Thursday 8am - 12pm
Friday 8am - 12pm

Telephone

+14022342553

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