The University's three teaching theaters, Alkek 250, Centennial Hall 157, and the LBJ Student Center 4-16.1, represent the intersection of integrated media and large classrooms. By using a diverse array of media, the Teaching Theaters provide a creative teaching and learning environment. Staff provides consultation and assistance with the use of media in a large classroom setting.

Workstation Equipment
Mac computer
Dell computer
Laptop connections
Document camera
VCR/ DVD player
Amp/ Mixer
Wireless lavaliere/ handheld microphones
Wireless PowerPoint Advancer
Laser pointer
2- LCD projectors can be used as single or dual screen
Presenter's lectern w/ mounted microphone.
Mac computer software: OSX (OS 10.6x), Microsoft Office 2011 (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), Firefox, Safari, iTunes, QuickTime, Realplayer, Flash player, Shockwave player, Flip 4 Mac (Windows Media Player files), VLC (Flash video & Divx), CD/ DVD player software, Stuffit Expander.
Dell computer software: Microsoft Windows 7, Microsoft Office 2010, Microsoft Forefront Antivirus Software, Adobe Reader, Firefox, Internet Explorer, iTunes, QuickTime, Realplayer Alternative, Shockwave Player, Flash Player, Windows Media Player, Divx, VLC player, Audacity, DVD playing software, CD authoring software.
Services by request: CPS eInstruction, Turning Point Technologies, Camtasia Relay, Adobe Connect, video streaming (steaming available from the theater to one other designated location. Advance notice and additional fees required).
Seating capacities: Alkek (386 pp + 6 handicap spaces), Centennial Hall (381 pp + 6 handicap spaces).
The theaters are wheelchair accessible.
Hearing assistance devices available upon request.
The Alkek and Centennial Hall Teaching Theaters may be reserved for special events, conferences, and guest speakers. Please read the attached document, Reservation Policies & Fee Schedule for more information.
To request a reservation for the Alkek or Centennial Hall Teaching Theater you will need to complete and submit the RESERVATION REQUEST FORM. Your request will be confirmed within 3- 5 business days. Requests submitted in less than 3 business days cannot be guaranteed.
PLEASE NOTE: For information regarding the LBJ Student Center Teaching Theater please contact LBJSC Reservations at 512-245-2264. We do not process reservation requests for the LBJ Student Center.
Contact: Mary Alice Garcia 512-245-2319 mg08@txstate.edu
Renee Ness, Supervisor, Teaching Theater Support 512-245-6379 ln12@txstate.edu
Mary Alice Garcia, Administrative Assistant III, 512-245-2319 mg08@txstate.edu
Ken Smith, Media Technician- Alkek, 512-245-3700 ks05@txstate.edu
Brianne Corn, Media Technician- Centennial Hall, 512-245-1473 bc22@txstate.edu
Click HERE to access the test page for Streaming Media for the Teaching Theaters
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