Rococo Theatre

The Rococo Theatre is a fully restored 1929 concert hall and event venue in downtown Lincoln, Nebraska. Originally opened as the Stuart Theatre, the building debuted with Italian Romanesque architecture and Moorish design influences — coffered ceilings, six chandeliers, dual balconies, and interior walls of stone and terra cotta. A comprehensive restoration in 2001 removed a decades-old false ceiling, returned the marble surfaces, and repositioned the chandeliers to their original heights. The main hall accommodates up to 500 guests for seated receptions across three tiered levels — Orchestra, Loge, and Balcony — furnished with Vegas-style booths and tables throughout. Bar service is available on every level. The venue partners with Premier Catering and Yes Chef Catering for on-site food service, and welcomes licensed DJ or live band performances with prior approval. The Rococo Theatre can host ceremony and reception together in one setting, and earned Lincoln's Choice Top 3 recognition for Best Reception Facility in 2017. Tours are available by appointment Monday through Friday.