Saint Louis University Visual and Performing Arts Department

Saint Louis University Visual and Performing Arts Department SLU Visual and Performing Arts is the home of Studio Art, Art History, Music, Theatre, and Dance. Celebrating its 70th Anniversary Season!

The current adventures of the University Theatre at Saint Louis University.

Six plays. One evening. And, yes, it’s all in the timing. ⏳The Theatre & Dance program is presenting a staged reading of...
10/08/2026

Six plays. One evening. And, yes, it’s all in the timing. ⏳

The Theatre & Dance program is presenting a staged reading of ALL IN THE TIMING: Six One-Act Plays by David Ives.

The reading takes place this Saturday, October 10 at 7 p.m. in the Xavier Hall Main Stage Theatre.

David Ives’ beloved collection of comedies combines wit, intellect, satire and just plain fun. All in the Timing encompasses falling in love to existential crises – and everything in between. Directed by Nancy Bell.

Admission is FREE and open to the public!

10/08/2026

Last chance to see this show! 📢

The Invitational Art Exhibit at McNamee Gallery will be up until Friday, October 9. Remaining gallery hours are Thursday 12 to 2:30 p.m. and Friday 12 to 4 p.m.

Featured artists include Neeka Allsup, Dan Barnett, Brandon Barr, Mary Burwinkel, Anna Katz, Aida Lizalde, Mauz, Ann Miller Titus, and Ken Wood.

McNamee Gallery is located in the lower level of Historic Cupples House, on the campus of Saint Louis University. Free and open to the public!

That's a wrap on MARY JANE! 💛Thanks to everyone who came out to share this story. We're grateful for you were a part of ...
10/04/2026

That's a wrap on MARY JANE! 💛

Thanks to everyone who came out to share this story. We're grateful for you were a part of it.

Mark your calendars for our next production! THE 39 STEPS runs November 12-15 in the Xavier Hall Main Stage Theatre. Tickets available now: metrotix.com/events/detail/slu-the-39-steps

Photos by ProPhotoSTL

Only two shows remain! 💛 Don't miss your chance to see MARY JANE.As Mary Jane navigates both the mundane and the unfatho...
10/03/2026

Only two shows remain! 💛 Don't miss your chance to see MARY JANE.

As Mary Jane navigates both the mundane and the unfathomable realities of caring for Alex, her chronically ill young son, she finds herself building a community of women from many walks of life. Mary Jane is Pulitzer Prize finalist Amy Herzog’s remarkably powerful and compassionate portrait of a contemporary American woman striving for grace.

Featuring SLU students Maiah Lyndsey, Ryan Shinkle, Ava Kasten, Sydney Andrews, and Madelyn Purcell as Mary Jane.

Directed by Professor Nancy Bell.

Remaining performances take place on Saturday 10/3 at 7 p.m. and Sunday 10/4 at 1 p.m. in the Xavier Hall Main Stage Theatre.

Free tickets are available for SLU students at the door. General admission tickets are available here: metrotix.com/events/detail/slu-mary-jane

Photos by ProPhotoSTL

Happy opening to the cast and crew of MARY JANE! 💛As Mary Jane navigates both the mundane and the unfathomable realities...
10/01/2026

Happy opening to the cast and crew of MARY JANE! 💛

As Mary Jane navigates both the mundane and the unfathomable realities of caring for Alex, her chronically ill young son, she finds herself building a community of women from many walks of life. Mary Jane is Pulitzer Prize finalist Amy Herzog’s remarkably powerful and compassionate portrait of a contemporary American woman striving for grace.

Featuring SLU students Maiah Lyndsey, Ryan Shinkle, Ava Kasten, Sydney Andrews, and Madelyn Purcell as Mary Jane.

Directed by Professor Nancy Bell.

Performances run October 1-4 in the Xavier Hall Main Stage Theatre. One weekend only! Show times are Thursday to Saturday at 7 p.m. and Sunday at 1 p.m.

Free tickets are available for SLU students at the door. General admission tickets are available at metrotix.com/events/detail/slu-mary-jane

Photos by ProPhotoSTL

You're invited! Join Studio Art program coordinator Amy Bautz for an opening reception in the gallery at the St. Louis P...
09/30/2026

You're invited! Join Studio Art program coordinator Amy Bautz for an opening reception in the gallery at the St. Louis Public Library Schlafly Branch. This celebration takes place Saturday, Oct. 3 from 1:30 to 3 p.m.

St. Louis Public Library
Schlafly Branch
225 N. Euclid Ave, St. Louis, MO 63108

For more information, visit slpl.org/art-exhibits-slpl/

Artwork left to right:
Amy Alton Bautz, Hawk, oil on wood panel, 24” x 30”, 2024
Sean Duvahl Semones, left…, acrylic and graphite on wood panel, 18” x 24”, 2026

MEET THE TEAM: Nichole Goebel 💛 Without stage management, there is no show. Nichole keeps the show running smoothly as ...
09/29/2026

MEET THE TEAM: Nichole Goebel 💛

Without stage management, there is no show. Nichole keeps the show running smoothly as ASSISTANT STAGE MANAGER.

Nichole is a sophomore majoring in Theatre and minoring in Music. This is her third production at SLU; you may have previously seen her in Trojan Women or How Much Is Your Iron for Immediate Theatre, or backstage as a dresser for Macbeth. Nichole is very thrilled to get to ASM for the first time with such an amazing team and would like to thank everyone for all their support.

Mary Jane presented by SLU Theatre & Dance runs October 1-4 in the Xavier Hall Main Stage Theatre. Tickets on sale now! metrotix.com/events/detail/slu-mary-jane

Photo by Gegg Media

MEET THE TEAM: Lucas Hulsey 💛 Where would we be without our stage management team? Lucas runs the show as the STAGE MAN...
09/29/2026

MEET THE TEAM: Lucas Hulsey 💛

Where would we be without our stage management team? Lucas runs the show as the STAGE MANAGER.

Lucas is a sophomore at SLU majoring in Theatre and minoring in German. Recent backstage credits include assistant stage managing the Immediate Theatre showcase and wardrobe for Macbeth. Acting highlights include Nathan Detroit in Guys & Dolls, Mr. Green in Clue, and Nick Bottom in Something Rotten. Lucas extends his gratitude to the cast and crew for assiduous dedication, as well as his best friend and partner, Clara, and her beautiful dog, Matty.

Mary Jane presented by SLU Theatre & Dance runs October 1-4 in the Xavier Hall Main Stage Theatre. Tickets on sale now! metrotix.com/events/detail/slu-mary-jane

Photo by Gegg Media

MEET THE CAST: Madelyn Purcell 💛 Madelyn plays Mary Jane, a resilient single mother living in New York with her chronic...
09/27/2026

MEET THE CAST: Madelyn Purcell 💛

Madelyn plays Mary Jane, a resilient single mother living in New York with her chronically ill and disabled son.

Madelyn Purcell is a Junior at Saint Louis University majoring in Theatre and Catholic studies. You may have seen Madelyn as Jane Doe in Ride the Cyclone or Macduff in SLU's production of Macbeth. Backstage at SLU, Madelyn student directed Trojan Women for the Immediate Theatre showcase and served as assistant stage manager for A Raisin in the Sun. She is extraordinarily honored to be included in this cast of inspiring women. She would like to thank God for the incredible gift that has been Mary Jane and dedicate this performance to her Mom.

Mary Jane presented by SLU Theatre & Dance runs October 1-4 in the Xavier Hall Main Stage Theatre. Tickets on sale now! metrotix.com/events/detail/slu-mary-jane

Photo by Gegg Media

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