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ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Transfer In Friendly

Program Recognition

Centenary Theatre Program (CTP) blends a liberal arts model with a conservatory approach to training

Home to the Marjorie Lyons Playhouse, a campus performance venue producing a full season since 1956

Training

Four years of progressive training in acting, design, directing, playwriting, and stage management

Hands-on production experience integrated with classwork from the first year

Juniors and seniors lead the student team responsible for every aspect of the season's final main stage production

Performance & Productions

Alan's Hot Tub, a student-led improv troupe performing original work for campus and the Shreveport community

Professional Development

Curriculum designed for students pursuing graduate school, teaching, or professional theatre careers

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.51

Admit rate

56%

school-wide

Grad rate

56%

Enrollment

685

Earnings

$50K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$44,350

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$67,250

Before aid

Average net price

$23,624

After aid

Costs · centenary.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated 2d ago

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

Centenary Theatre Program (CTP) blends a liberal arts model with a conservatory approach to training

Home to the Marjorie Lyons Playhouse, a campus performance venue producing a full season since 1956

Training

Four years of progressive training in acting, design, directing, playwriting, and stage management

Hands-on production experience integrated with classwork from the first year

Juniors and seniors lead the student team responsible for every aspect of the season's final main stage production

Performance & Productions

Alan's Hot Tub, a student-led improv troupe performing original work for campus and the Shreveport community

Professional Development

Curriculum designed for students pursuing graduate school, teaching, or professional theatre careers

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

Centenary Theatre Program (CTP) blends a liberal arts model with a conservatory approach to training

Home to the Marjorie Lyons Playhouse, a campus performance venue producing a full season since 1956

Training

Four years of progressive training in acting, design, directing, playwriting, and stage management

Hands-on production experience integrated with classwork from the first year

Juniors and seniors lead the student team responsible for every aspect of the season's final main stage production

Performance & Productions

Alan's Hot Tub, a student-led improv troupe performing original work for campus and the Shreveport community

Professional Development

Curriculum designed for students pursuing graduate school, teaching, or professional theatre careers

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

University AppApplication

Apply

Common App School Website

Opens

Aug 1, 2026

Deadline

Early ActionDec 1, 2026

Regular DecisionFeb 15, 2027

How To Apply · centenary.edu Dates Deadlines · centenary.edu

Audition Requirements

Monologues

Two Contrasting Monologues (Acting Applicants)

One one-minute comedic monologue (classical or contemporary)

One one-minute dramatic monologue (classical or contemporary)

Note

Design and technical theatre applicants present a portfolio instead of monologues

Additional Materials

Headshot (Acting Applicants)

Current headshot

Resume

Acting applicants: current performance resume

Design and technical theatre applicants: current technical resume

Portfolio (Design and Technical Theatre Applicants)

Portfolio showcasing production design and technical work

Auditions And Preparations · centenary.edu

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply to Centenary College via Common App or the Centenary application

No separate audition portal — auditions and portfolio reviews are scheduled directly with the department

Admission Pathway

No application fee for first-year applicants

All theatre majors, prospective and current, are eligible for a talent-based scholarship

Transfer Pathway

BA Theatre transfer students can use Centenary's published BPCC articulation: an AA in Fine Arts transfers toward the total hours required for graduation, and relevant theatre coursework may apply to degree requirements after evaluation.

Transfer Equivalency Guide · centenary.edu

What's The Process

Audition Process

Acting applicants present two contrasting monologues with a headshot and resume

Design and technical theatre applicants present a portfolio of production design and technical work with a technical resume

Contact the department to schedule an audition or portfolio presentation

Audition Expectations

Live, in-person auditions are strongly encouraged and can be arranged as part of a campus visit

Live Zoom auditions are available for those who cannot visit campus

Recorded auditions may be submitted digitally as a final option

Contact

Email the department chair to schedule and for submission instructions: msledge@centenary.edu

Phone: 318.869.5076

Scholarship Info

Artistic Merit Scholarship

Awarded based on the entrance audition or portfolio presentation

Available to performance-track and production-track students

Stacks with other scholarships offered by CTP and Centenary College

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.51

Admit rate

56%

school-wide

Grad rate

56%

Enrollment

685

Earnings

$50K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$44,350

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$67,250

Before aid

Average net price

$23,624

After aid

Costs · centenary.edu College Scorecard

Program Recognition

Centenary Theatre Program (CTP) blends a liberal arts model with a conservatory approach to training

Home to the Marjorie Lyons Playhouse, a campus performance venue producing a full season since 1956

Training

Four years of progressive training in acting, design, directing, playwriting, and stage management

Hands-on production experience integrated with classwork from the first year

Juniors and seniors lead the student team responsible for every aspect of the season's final main stage production

Performance & Productions

Alan's Hot Tub, a student-led improv troupe performing original work for campus and the Shreveport community

Professional Development

Curriculum designed for students pursuing graduate school, teaching, or professional theatre careers

Updated 2d ago