J. Scheidegger Center for the Arts
University Theatre
Events produced by Lindenwood’s Theatre Program range from main stage productions in our 1,200 seat Lindenwood Theater to intimate experiences in our smaller Emerson Black Box Theater. Productions range from classic Broadway shows like Oklahoma! and Once Upon a Mattress to contemporary hits like Legally Blonde the Musical and Next to Normal.
Not to be upstaged by our popular musicals, the program also presents engaging plays that capture the audience’s attention. From classics like William Shakespeare’s Macbeth and Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol to contemporary work like Columbinus by Stephen Karam and PJ Paparelli.
There are also several non-ticketed special events throughout the year that include improv shows, directorial projects, and one act performances that are designed to keep our students performers, designers, and directors engaged all year long.
Upcoming Events
(The) Odyssey
Adapted by Michael A. Harding
October 14-16 at 7:30 p.m.
October 17 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
The Emerson Black Box Theater
This is more than an adaptation of Homer’s epic poem. It is told by, from and to the audience from the perspective of an author wrestling with a story known by so many yet also owned by none. Who gets to write it every time it is told; the storyteller, the characters, the listener? Homer’s poem is the backbone of an evening of telling and hearing exciting stories, meeting classic characters, and finding a few surprises along the way.
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
November 18-20 at 7:30 p.m.
November 21 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
The Emerson Black Box Theater
This heartfelt Tony Award-winning musical follows a group of wonderfully unique and impassioned adolescents as they compete for the bee championship. Featuring a thrilling score by William Finn, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is a joyful night of comedy and quirk that celebrates the pursuit of victory and the gift of being true to oneself.
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