international direct admission to louisiana state university (lsu) is available for international students with advanced english-language skills. the program focuses on academic, cultural, and professional growth to help students excel in school and prepare for a successful future.

as international direct students at lsu, they will receive:

exclusive and rigorous academic coursework

priority access to in-demand courses that align with their interests

guidance from academic advisors and mentors

career development and networking opportunities

intensive classes with domestic students

the lsu theatre program strives to support its students by providing rigorous training in performance practices, the history and literature of the stage, and the development of critical, conceptual, and argumentative skills essential to a liberal arts education. the program aims to prepare graduates for careers in both professional and educational theatre, recognizing that theatre is interconnected with wider cultural thought and practices.

the bachelor of arts in theatre with a design/technology concentration offers specialized courses and practical experiences through design and technical production assignments for the school of theatre. students also have the opportunity to collaborate with professional designers through the school’s partnership with swine palace, a professional equity theatre company.

the design/tech curriculum includes:

portfolio presentation

drafting

theatrical rendering

design classes specific to the chosen concentration.