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Louisiana State University School of Theatre
105 Music and Dramatic Arts Building
Baton Rouge, LA, 70803
(985) 507-5597
Chairperson: Rebecca Wagner, rwagner1@lsu.edu
Academic Year: August to May
Degrees Offered: BA in Theatre; BFA in Film and Television
Program Objectives: The School of Theatre is dedicated to preparing students of all identities
for professional and academic careers in arts and cultural industries. Our programming commits
to spotlighting topical issues, celebrating shared social values, and exploring humanity. With
diversity, equity, and inclusion among our core values, we work to honor the experience,
perspectives, and unique identities of our students, faculty, staff, guest artists, and audience.
History: LSU Theatre has a long and rich tradition extending back to 1928. In 1992, Swine
Palace was founded in association with LSU Theatre as a non-profit professional theatre
company supporting the educational mission of the School of Theatre. Today, the School
remains one of a handful of programs in the country with an affiliate Equity theatre providing our
students the opportunity to work alongside leading professionals and giving our patrons access
to some of the brightest talent in the country.In 2010, LSU Theatre received the honor of being
the only American university invited to perform in the renowned Young Theatre Festival in
Seoul, South Korea.
Facilities, Classrooms, and Theatres: Music and Dramatic Arts Building includes performance
venues such as the historic Claude L. Shaver Theatre (seats 350) and creation of a new
black-box Studio Theatre.
Reilly Theatre (Swine Palace)
Union Theatre- The LSU Student Union Theater is a 1,269 seat proscenium arch theater
complete with an orchestra pit. Seating is stadium style with no overhanging balcony.
Scholarships and/or Assistantships: LSU School of Theatre offers several internship and
scholarship opportunities to prospective students.
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