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Baton Rouge Community College Expands Arts Program with New Theater

1/17/2026

Summary

Story summary

Baton Rouge Community College is expanding its performing arts program under Dr. Sarah Klocke, the new theater manager.
Klocke plans to add courses and open the Magnolia Theater for community groups, partnering with workforce development programs to address employment concerns.
The theater will host various performances, filling a gap left by the closure of Theater Baton Rouge.
Inspirations Dance Academy will perform at the new Savannah High School Performing Arts Center on January 16 and 17, 2024.
Tickets for the performances are available online and at the door.

History

Historical Context

Established in 1939 during the Great Depression, the Federal Theatre Project employed over 15,000 artists to support the arts. This historical initiative resonates today as Baton Rouge Community College, under Dr. Sarah Klocke, expands its performing arts program, addressing local employment needs. The opening of the Magnolia Theater aims to revitalize community engagement following the closure of Theater Baton Rouge in 2025.

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Story summary

Baton Rouge Community College is expanding its performing arts program under Dr. Sarah Klocke, the new theater manager.
Klocke plans to add courses and open the Magnolia Theater for community groups, partnering with workforce development programs to address employment concerns.
The theater will host various performances, filling a gap left by the closure of Theater Baton Rouge.
Inspirations Dance Academy will perform at the new Savannah High School Performing Arts Center on January 16 and 17, 2024.
Tickets for the performances are available online and at the door.

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