CHANGING THE WORLD THROUGH THE ARTS
Tomorrow's Talent Today
For more than a century, LSU has cultivated a rich tradition of musical and theatrical art forms.
We proudly carry that heritage into the 21st century, preparing our students for modern leadership roles and careers in the performing arts, as well as providing outreach and cultural enrichment to the community at-large. Mentoring and guiding our students are the unparalleled faculty of the School of Music and the School of Theatre, comprised of renowned scholars, stellar performers, vibrant creators, and inspiring teachers with active careers and international reputations for excellence.
Latest News

Hot Summer Nights, Cool Jazz Returns
Hot Summer Nights, Cool Jazz, the LSU School of Music’s trademark annual summer jazz series, will return for two special edition performances on June 9 and 10 at 7:30 p.m.

Alissa Rowe Joins LSU Music
We are pleased to welcome Alissa Rowe as the new Galante Director of Choral Studies, beginning August 2022.

Brian Nabors Joins LSU Music
We are pleased to welcome Brian Nabors as the new Assistant Professor of Composition, beginning August 2022.

LSU Cares
LSU Cares is a university initiative dedicated to the well-being of students and promotion of a community that cares about each of its members. Using a CARE (Communicate, Assess, Refer, Educate) approach, staff review reports and provide appropriate resources in response. LSU Cares works with students to empower them to help students of concern and engage with victim support and advocacy resources.
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