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The Play That Goes Wrong
By Henry Lewis, Jonathan Sayer, and Henry Shields

The Play that Goes Wrong

The Play That Goes Wrong is a play about a murder mystery. Throughout the play, many things go wrong. The corpses constantly moves, the props disappear, actors go missing, and the set itself begins to collapse, sometimes even on the cast themselves. The actors' performances supposedly get worse, and the collapsing set becomes dangerous. The play doesn’t just leave the question of whether the murder will be solved, but whether the play will make it to the final curtain call. The play has two acts, and its genres are comedy and farce.

April 17 - April 26, 2026
Reilly Theatre

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2025 - 26 Upcoming Shows

LSU Theatre Mainstage Season

The Play That Goes Wrong by Henry Lewis, Jonathan Sayer, and Henry Shields 
April 16 – 26, Reilly Theatre

Lab Season

Hand to God by Robert Askins
February 24 – March 1, Studio Theatre

Two Sister and a Piano by Nilo Cruz
March 24 – March 29, Studio Theatre

Special Events
2026 Dance Concert and Physical Theatre Showcase
May 1 - 2, Shaver Theatre
Take Film Festival
May 3, Shaver Theatre

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Mission Statement

The LSU School of Theatre is dedicated to preparing students of all identities for professional and academic careers in arts and cultural industries.  Providing an inclusive learning environment as a key to a well-rounded humanities education, we offer a variety of degrees and concentrations that encourage students to tailor their training to their creative and scholarly passions and intentions. Graduating students move into careers and further educational institutions as informed and empowered artists, theorists, and technicians. The practical skills learned apply not only to the arts but also to multiple related professions and industries.

Accomplished creative practitioners from all over the world contribute to the School’s cultural insight and cutting-edge performance tools.  Our programming commits to spotlighting topical issues, celebrating shared social values, and exploring humanity.  We work to honor the experiences, perspectives and unique identities of all our students, faculty, staff, guest artists and audience.  The School also has a unique and significant place within  Louisiana State University and seeks to contribute in a visible way to the quality of life and economic growth of both the state and the region. 

 

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