Feature Friday: Serving our Lifelong Learners

It is no secret that the Nebraska Repertory Theatre has many partners and special programs. Whether they are business, entertainment, or education driven, we value them all and appreciate their dedication and willingness to work with the Nebraska Rep and what we do.

One such organization that is very near and dear to our hearts is the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI). On their page on the University of Nebraska-Lincoln website, OLLI perfectly describes their purpose and mission:

"The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (OLLI at UNL) provides stimulating, congenial, and varied opportunities designed specifically for lifelong learners 50 years and older. In OLLI, you'll meet interesting people, enjoy stimulating courses, mingle at special events, join in travel and field trips, and enjoy member-only discounts. (olli.unl.edu)"

For many years, OLLI and the Nebraska Repertory Theatre have worked hand-in-hand to bring backstage opportunities and perspectives to Lifelong Learners. Throughout the summer, three special talkbacks (and occasional tours) are offered to OLLI members, with each discussion centralizing around one of our three shows. Just this last Wednesday, we hosted our final talkback discussing the ins and outs of the many doors, costumes, and tricks of Unnecessary Farce. Tomorrow evening, the Nebraska Repertory Theatre and OLLI will be hosting a special evening of "Dinner and a Show" to registered OLLI members. They will receive a special dinner and pre-show social hour, followed by an evening of hilariously entertaining theatre provided by the cast of Unnecessary Farce.

Although our season is coming to an end and all of our OLLI discussions are over, we look forward to next summer where we continue working with our Lifelong Learners. The Nebraska Rep thanks OLLI for all of their support of our work, the Lincoln Arts scene, and great theatre!

For more information on OLLI at UNL, click here!