LSU Theatre has a long and rich tradition extending back to 1928.
Our program offers the Bachelor of Arts and the Master of Fine
Arts in acting. The Doctor of Philosophy is offered in theatre
history, dramatic literature, and dramatic theory & criticism.
In 1992, at the invitation of former LSU Department of Theatre
Chairperson Gresdna Doty, Swine Palace was founded
by Barry Kyle (former artistic director of the Royal Shakespeare
Company's Swan Theatre) in association with LSU Theatre as a non-profit
professional theatre company supporting the educational mission
of the LSU Department of Theatre. Today, the LSU Department of
Theatre 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 in the field and giving
our patrons access to some of the brightest young talent in the
country.
As LSU Theatre and Swine Palace sail into a new era
under the leadership of LSU Department of Theatre Chairperson
Michael Tick, audiences can look forward to many exciting developments.
Swine Palace continues its mission of presenting bold, innovative,
and thought-provoking theatre for all of Louisiana's citizens,
thus making a significant impact on the cultural and economic
landscape of Louisiana and cultivating a new generation of theatre-goers.
Across campus, LSU Theatre prepares for a multi-million dollar
renovation of the music and dramatic arts building. Once completed,
LSU and Baton Rouge will boast some of the finest performance
facilities in the country.
