Oscar Larson Performing Arts Center

Oscar Larson Performing Arts Center We are a state-of-the-art performing arts center home to SDSU, the Brookings community, and region. Lost & Found is located in OLPAC Office 189.

The Oscar Larson Performing Arts Center is a state-of-the-art performing arts center that is the home for concerts, theatrical and dance performances, special events and SDSU’s School of Performing Arts. Four primary venues offer: The Oscar Theatre (proscenium theatre with 841 seats), Larson Memorial Concert Hall (acoustically adjustable hall with 1,000 seats), Fishback Studio Theatre (black box t

heatre with 180 seats) and Founders Recital Hall (225 seats, with a 52-rank pipe organ) with all technical support needed for outstanding performance and audience experiences. The naming of The Oscar recognizes the vision and exceptional, unwavering generosity of the Pat and Dale Larson Family and the Larson Foundation. The Oscar is a comprehensive facility providing spaces for both the instruction and performance in dance, music and theatre. Developed by Design Architect Malcom Holzman, and acoustically engineered by David Kahn, the center proves that what an individual hears and sees during performances do correlate and that great art is made in great settings. Lost & Found
Recently visit the building and leave something behind? Pick up Monday-Friday 9am-5pm

Items will be held for 90 days before being donated. Wallets/Purses will be held for 1 week before being turned over to the University Police Department.

02/20/2025
A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for a spectacular evening of music with The Academy of St. Martin in the Fiel...
02/20/2025

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for a spectacular evening of music with The Academy of St. Martin in the Fields this past Tuesday! Woodbine Productions had an incredible night, and we can’t wait for their next event—Step Afrika! Thursday, May 1st, at 7:30 PM.

Tonight only!!
02/18/2025

Tonight only!!

BROOKINGS — Music lovers and curious concertgoers alike are in for a special treat this February, when one of the world’s most famous chamber orchestras kicks off its U.S. tour in …

We are so excited to announce that tickets are now on sale for the first-ever "Arts at The Oscar" taking place Thursday ...
02/15/2025

We are so excited to announce that tickets are now on sale for the first-ever "Arts at The Oscar" taking place Thursday May 15, 2025! This community celebration of arts will bring together local visual and performing artists of all ages for an unforgettable night!
With live performances, stunning visual exhibits, and a headlining concert by The KINGS of SOUL & SWING, this is a night you won’t want to miss.

Secure your tickets now and be part of Brookings’ newest arts tradition!

🎟 Get your tickets today using the link in the comments!

02/13/2025
Join us this Friday, February 14th at 7:30pm, for an unforgettable night with the SDSU Wind Symphony!
02/11/2025

Join us this Friday, February 14th at 7:30pm, for an unforgettable night with the SDSU Wind Symphony!

01/30/2025

Mark you calendars because Y2Kapers performances will be here in no time. Performances are January 30th at 7:30 pm, January 31st at 7:30 pm, and February 1st at 2 pm and 7:30 pm. General tickets are $15 and SDSU Student tickets (with an ID) are $10.

Congratulations to Jean Black, our Volunteer of the Fall 2024 Semester! Jean’s dedication and warm spirit helps make The...
01/29/2025

Congratulations to Jean Black, our Volunteer of the Fall 2024 Semester!

Jean’s dedication and warm spirit helps make The Oscar a welcoming place for all our guests. We are incredibly grateful for all you do to support our patrons and the performing arts! Thank you!

Last week, Brookings was proudly represented at the Governor’s Conference on Tourism in Pierre, including The Oscar's ve...
01/28/2025

Last week, Brookings was proudly represented at the Governor’s Conference on Tourism in Pierre, including The Oscar's very own Marketing Coordinator Intern. The conference featured wonderful speakers and sessions full of helpful strategies to ensure South Dakota remains as welcoming and guest-friendly as ever!

Coming up this Thursday at 6pm - the link to reserve tickets to this lecture is in the comments! FREE EVENT
01/21/2025

Coming up this Thursday at 6pm - the link to reserve tickets to this lecture is in the comments! FREE EVENT

Exciting News!We’re thrilled to announce that Anna Stemsrud has officially joined The Oscar Larson Performing Arts Cente...
01/13/2025

Exciting News!

We’re thrilled to announce that Anna Stemsrud has officially joined The Oscar Larson Performing Arts Center as our new Program Assistant I! 🎉

As an SDSU alumna with a background in Communication Studies, Music, and Theater, Anna brings a wealth of talent to our team. She’ll manage the 189 office suite and ensure a warm welcome for all guests and patrons of The Oscar.

Please join us in giving Anna a big welcome on her first day in the office!

SDSU Theatre and Dance will be having a one-night-only benefit performance of Fuddy Meers on Tuesday January 14th at 7pm...
01/09/2025

SDSU Theatre and Dance will be having a one-night-only benefit performance of Fuddy Meers on Tuesday January 14th at 7pm in the Oscar Larson Theatre! All tickets are $10.

Thank you for supporting us as we transitioned to livestreaming on YouTube! Starting this semester, we’ll no longer be p...
01/09/2025

Thank you for supporting us as we transitioned to livestreaming on YouTube! Starting this semester, we’ll no longer be posting livestream links on Facebook. Instead, we invite you to subscribe to our YouTube channel if you haven't already (found in the comments of this post) and hit the notification bell to stay updated when we go live!

Great crowd tonight at the Delaney Christmas concert!
12/15/2024

Great crowd tonight at the Delaney Christmas concert!

Upcoming Livestream! YouTube link can be found in the comments of this post.
12/09/2024

Upcoming Livestream! YouTube link can be found in the comments of this post.

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1601 University Boulevard
Brookings, SD
57007

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+16056885188

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https://sdstate.evenue.net/events/CU-SDB

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Videos

The Queen's Cartoonists
The Queen's Cartoonists

Brookings Chamber Music Society is hosting The Queen's Cartoonists on November 19th here at The Oscar! We hope to see you there!

Dr. Sam Gowen Faculty Recital
Dr. Sam Gowen Faculty Recital

Music of the Night! Dr. Sam Gowen's faculty recital.

Our team would like to thank you all so much for your support yesterday! We apprecitate all of the generous donors who contributed to #OneDayforSTATE We are so deeply grateful!

Sensory Pods
Sensory Pods

Peyten is back to introduce our new sensory pods! Donations during #OnedayforSTATE allow more projects like these to come to life! Help create a premier experience for every patron of the arts at https://givenow.sdstatefoundation.org/one-day-for-state?a=6933348 under SDSU Places and Traditions.

ADA
ADA

Accessibility is a top priority at The Oscar! Corey is here to explain how our assisted listening devices are making a difference. We’re dedicated to expanding access to the arts, and with your support, we can enhance our facilities even further. Support our mission today at https://givenow.sdstatefoundation.org/one-day-for-state?a=6933348 under SDSU Places and Traditions! #OneDayforSTATE

Facilities
Facilities

Meet Bret Werpy, our Operations Manager! He’s here to give you an inside look at our performance spaces and the fantastic team that makes it all possible. Your support helps us continue our mission and enhance our facilities. Consider making a donation today to support our efforts! Follow this link: https://givenow.sdstatefoundation.org/one-day-for-state?a=6933348 and find us under "SDSU Places and Traditions."

Events
Events

It’s #OnedayforSTATE, and we’re thrilled to be able to host so many amazing organizations at our facility! Did you know South Dakota Ballet will be performing here on October 19th? Don’t miss this stunning performance! If you would like to help expand the types of events we can offer, give today at https://givenow.sdstatefoundation.org/one-day-for-state?a=6933348 under SDSU Places and Traditions!

Volunteer Program
Volunteer Program

#OneDayForSTATE! Meet Peyten Wiese, our amazing Box Office Coordinator Intern, as she highlights our Volunteer Program and the incredible work of our volunteers. To give today go to https://givenow.sdstatefoundation.org/one-day-for-state?a=6933348 under SDSU Places and Traditions!

It's #OneDayforSTATE! Meet Christina Castillo, the Larson Family Endowed Director of the Oscar Larson Performing Arts Center, as she shares the incredible impact our facility has on both the university and the community. Discover how your support fuels our mission and makes a difference every day!

Eli Cole Senior Recital
Eli Cole Senior Recital

Percussionist, Eli Cole performs from the Founders Recital Hall in the Oscar Larson Performing Arts Center on the campus of South Dakota State University.

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