Theatre and Dance

Friendly and supportive, the Department of Theatre & Dance at LU is dynamic, engaging and constantly evolving. We strive to continuously inspire our students and our faculty through a diverse set of curricula, activities, shows and productions.

We offer a bachelor's degree in theatre and dance. This unique program allows you to create a program based on your own interests and talents that will prepare you for professional careers, teaching professions, and other fields. By choosing an emphasis in either acting, dance or technical theatre, you'll take courses centered around your capabilities, knowledge and skills.

Our department offers two theatrical performance stages, and we frequently bring in nationally renowned guest artists to direct and choreograph our students.

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Creating a Path for Your Success!

A bachelor's degree in theatre & dance from Lamar University will provide you with a solid foundation for your career in the industry of your choice. Watch below.


Theatre and Dance Instruction

Career Opportunities

  • Actor
  • Arts Administrator
  • Make-Up Special Effects Artist
  • Costume Designer
  • Media Producer
  • Sound Technician
  • Dance Instructor
  • Theatre Director
  • Choreographer Playwright
  • Dance 

Theatre makeup

Aimed Dance Launches Summer Fest July 8-27, 2024

Dance Summerfest 2024

The Lamar University Department of Theatre and Dance is thrilled to host Aimed Dance Summer Fest 2024 bringing performers, dance makers and audiences together for three weeks of concerts and two weeks of classes in one summer celebration of contemporary dance.

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