Since its Gala Opening Performance with Liberace on February 7, 1980, this 1,460-seat performing arts facility has hosted world-class entertainment. National touring productions like Riverdance, CATS, Miss Saigon, Hairspray, The Wizard of Oz, Blue Man Group and performing stars including Willie Nelson, BB King, Lyle Lovett, The Oak Ridge Boys, Clint Black and Trisha Yearwood have all performed at the Lutcher Theater.
Lutcher Incredible Kids Events is one of the largest Performing Arts Series of touring companies for children in the region. Renowned international and national children's theater companies are presented each year. The performances are held in the morning and meet Texas and Louisiana State learning criteria, making them ideal field trips for classes.