University Theatre

University Theatre produces at least four faculty-led theatre and dance productions each academic year as part of our co-curricular production program. Faculty also mentor students interested in directing, choreographing, or performing in student-led productions and performances. Our production program provides an artistic laboratory for students to put into practice what they are learning in the classroom, explore their interests, and prepare for potential artistic careers. Students from across campus are encouraged to participate in and attend University Theatre productions regardless of their chosen major or minor.

University Theatre is committed to mentoring students as they pursue their academic and artistic goals and providing a safe, welcoming, and growth-oriented environment. 

Auditions for productions typically take place during the second week of classes. Students who would like to get involved backstage should consider contact Dan Gallagher (Technical Director and Lighting Designer) or Tamara Cooper (Costume Shop Manager).

University Theatre Season 2023-2024

Fall 2023

10 Things I Hate About Moscow (Idaho)

co-created by the cast

co-created and directed by Michael Osinski (PCA Visiting Faculty)

November 9, 10, 11 at 8:00pm and November 12 at 2:00pm

Edson R. Miles Black Box Theater in Griffiths Arts Center

Show Description: It's the 90s, and the parentless Pryce sisters want a different life. You know, the kind of life that Julia Stiles and Jennifer Love Hewitt had in all the movies? And they've got two words for anyone who tells them they're crazy: as if. But will they ever make it out of Moscow? (Moscow, Idaho, that is.) Created by the ensemble, this original work reimagines Chekhov's Three Sisters through the lens of 90s teen movies and the Riot Grrrl movement.

Tickets are free, but seating is limited. Reserve your tickets at slu.booktix.com!

Fall Dance Concert

Directed by Jessica Madden

December 1 & 2

Gulick Theatre

Synopsis: An evening of dance featuring work choreographed by Faculty, Students, and the SLU Dance Ensemble.

Aesop, Come Back!

By Joshua Mikel



Produced by the Do-It-Yourself Theatre Class

Led by Angela Sweigart-Gallagher and Tamara Cooper

December 3rd at 2:00pm

Show Description: To prove that Aesop was history's greatest fabulist, a group of storytellers cracks the spine of a massive edition of Aesop's Fables, releasing the old man's most memorable characters into the theater. The Tortoise, the Hare, the Hart, the Vines, the Simpletons, the Fox, the Lion, the Mouse, and a certain golden egg-laying Goose all take the stage, delightfully re-imagined; the Tellers alternate between narrating and joining the action. Produced by special arrangement with Playscripts, Inc. (www.playscripts.com)

Spring 2024

The Penelopiad

By Margaret Atwood

Directed by Angela Sweigart-Gallagher

April 11, 12, 13 at 7:30pm and April 14 at 2:00pm 

Edson R. Miles Black Box Theatre

Show Description: The Penelopiad is a stage adaptation of Margaret Atwood's novella by the same name. It retells the story of Homer's epic poem The Odyssey from Penelope's perspective and her maids and features original music and choreography. Produced in agreement with Curtis Brown Group Limited.

Spring Dance Concert

Directed by Jessica Madden

May 26 & 27

Gulick Theatre

Synopsis: An evening of dance featuring work choreographed by Faculty, Students, and the SLU Dance Ensemble.