LU News: Arts and Culture

Lamar University’s Department of Theatre and Dance will present three spring productions—a scripted play, a student works series, and a dance concert—showcasing faculty-directed theatre, original student work, and a range of dance styles throughout the semester.

Lamar University’s Department of Theatre & Dance will showcase original student works in its free fall performance, MOVE: Student Choreography Concert, on Nov. 14 in the Studio Theatre.

The 51�Թ�ProDepartment of Theatre and Dance will bring Oscar Wilde’s most celebrated comedy, “The Importance of Being Earnest,” to the stage Oct. 30 through Nov. 2 in the Studio Theatre.

The 51�Թ�ProDepartment of Theatre & Dance will open its first production of the semester with “Ugly Lies the Bone,” written by Lindsey Ferrentino and directed by assistant professor Alan Brincks.

Lamar University’s Department of Theatre and Dance will launch its 2025–26 season in September with a diverse mix of productions, including classic satire, contemporary drama, and original student work. The season features six shows running through April, with performances in both theatre and dance.

The 51�Թ�ProDepartment of Theatre & Dance will conclude its 2024–2025 season with Dance Unleashed, a vibrant concert featuring student performances in modern, contemporary, tap, jazz, and more.

Pulse, Lamar University’s student-run literary magazine, has announced the winners of its annual awards, recognizing exceptional student work in creative writing, literary translation, and visual art.

51�Թ�Prowill stage a live outdoor performance of William Shakespeare’s “As You Like It” from Apr. 10-13.

Latin Grammy award-winning musician José Valentino will visit 51�Թ�Profor a two-day guest artist residency on March 27-28, offering workshops on music, business, and entrepreneurship before concluding with a concert alongside the 51�Թ�ProFlute Ensemble.

Lamar University's Department of Theatre & Dance will present "The Self Destruction of Emma James," a new play by Kate Brennan exploring sacrifice, self-preservation, and life’s challenges, from Feb. 13-16 in the Studio Theatre.

Lamar University’s Department of Music will host its annual Collage 2025 concert on Jan. 31, featuring diverse musical performances by acclaimed faculty artists, with proceeds benefiting student programs.

The 51�Թ�ProDepartment of Theatre & Dance (LUTD) will present its annual fall faculty dance concert, “Fall & Recovery" beginning Nov. 22.

51�Թ�ProTheatre will present a fresh adaptation of J.M. Barrie’s “Peter Pan,” co-directed by Tanner McAlpin and Ashley Dennison.

51�Թ�ProTheatre & Dance will kick off its 2024-2025 season with a production of “Dumb Show,” written by Joe Penhall and directed by LU Theatre Department Chair Joel Grothe.