Current Season
Ugly Lies the Bone
Directed by Alan Brincks
Sept. 25-27 at 7:30 p.m.; Sept. 28 at 2:00 p.m.
Studio Theatre
Recently discharged from the military, Jess returns to her Florida hometown carrying the weight of her experience in Afghanistan—both the vivid memories and the painful burns that have left her physically and emotionally scarred. But home isn’t the haven she expected; everything has changed, perhaps even more than she has.
Turning to an innovative form of therapy, Jess begins using a virtual reality video game to manage her pain. In this immersive world, she finds a breathtaking escape—and a path forward. As she progresses through the game, Jess slowly begins to rebuild her relationships, reclaim her sense of purpose, and piece herself back together.
Lindsey Ferrentino’s powerful and deeply affecting play was inspired by “Snow World,” a real virtual reality therapy developed to help burn survivors—particularly veterans—cope with chronic pain and trauma.
The Importance of Being Earnest
Directed by Guest Artist Jen Onopa
Oct. 30- Nov. 1 at 7:30 p.m.; Nov. 2 at 2:00 p.m.
Studio Theatre
A witty whirlwind of mistaken identities, secret engagements, and cucumber sandwiches, The Importance of Being Earnest is Oscar Wilde’s most beloved and enduring comedy. When two friends create alter egos to escape social obligations, their tangled web of lies quickly unravels into hilariously chaotic consequences. Packed with razor-sharp dialogue and satirical wit, Wilde’s classic skewers Victorian conventions with timeless charm and biting humor.
A delightful romp through love, language, and the absurdity of appearances—because, after all, what’s in a name?
Fall & Recovery: Faculty Dance Concert 2025
Nov. 20-22 at 7:30 p.m.; Nov. 22 at 2:00 p.m.
Studio Theatre
The LU Department of Theatre & Dance's annual fall faculty concert. The audience can expect to see a variety of dance styles performed by the LUTD student company and guests.
Middletown
Written and Directed by Guest Artist, Kate Brennan
Feb. 19-21 at 7:30 p.m.; Feb 22 at 2:00 p.m.
Studio Theatre
In a small American town that feels oddly familiar, ordinary lives unfold in extraordinary ways. Middletown follows the intersecting paths of its residents—an expectant mother, a lonely handyman, a librarian, a cop—as they navigate the quiet joys, absurdities, and deep questions of existence. With poetic language and gentle humor, Will Eno’s acclaimed play explores the beauty and sadness of everyday life, capturing the mysterious in the mundane.
Both deeply human and subtly cosmic, Middletown invites us to reflect on connection, isolation, and what it means simply to be alive.
Next Draft: Student Works Series
Be among the first to witness the bold, fresh voices shaping the future of theater. Next Draft showcases original works written, directed, and performed by student artists pushing the boundaries of storytelling. From raw and personal to daring and experimental, this dynamic collection of short plays and staged readings offers a glimpse into the next generation of creators—unfiltered, unapologetic, and unforgettable.
Come celebrate the art of the rewrite—and the power of a story still in progress.
Dance Unleashed
April 24-25 at 7:30 p.m.; April 25 at 2:00 p.m.
University Theatre
This concert will feature performers pushing boundaries and bringing innovative ideas to the table for people to enjoy and relate to. The audience can expect to see different genres of dance including modern, contemporary, tap, and jazz.