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For more than 75 years, we have fostered the talents of artist-scholars who are willing to imagine the future of the entertainment industry and bring it to life. The agile nature of our interdisciplinary and entrepreneurial approach exposes students to diverse styles and multiple mediums, and they graduate prepared with the tools necessary for sustainable and thriving careers. explore sda

In the News

  • Photo of Kendall Johnson

    Alumni Q&A: Kendall Johnson MFA ’14

    In our Alumni Q&A series, we caught up with Kendall Johnson MFA ’14 to discuss what he’s working on professionally, his favorite USC experience, advice for students and more.

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  • USC Trailblazer: Endesha Ida Mae Holland

    As USC celebrates the 50th anniversary of Title IX they are highlighting some trailblazers, including SDA’s Endesha Ida Mae Holland. She conquered a childhood of extreme poverty, racism and violence to become a Pulitzer-nominated playwright, educator and civil rights activist.

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  • Image of Emmy Award Statue

    SDA Community Celebrates Emmy® Award Nominations

    Alums Danny Strong BA ’96, Madigan Stehly BFA ’14, Erin Anderson BFA ’12, faculty member Colman Domingo and board member Connie Britton among those nominated for Primetime Emmy Awards.

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  • Image of piano

    Celebrating Black Musical Theatre Legacy

    Recognizing revolutionary contributions of Black artists to the Musical Theatre.

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  • Historical photos from SDA with the number

    75 years and beyond

    A video reflection on the School of Dramatic Arts’ rich history in dramatic arts education and the exciting impact its made in the arts.

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  • Photo of JP Karliak

    Raising Voices

    SDA alum JP Karliak launched Queer Vox to bring authenticity to a growing number of LGBTQ+ characters in animation and video games

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  • Photo of Emily Roxworthy, Colman Domingo and Sara Fousekis

    Trojans Shine at 75th Tony Awards

    Alumni and faculty among those celebrated during awards that honor distinguished achievement on Broadway

    Tony Awards
  • Photo of panel discussion at the SDA in NYC event

    SDA in NYC

    Photos from the special event hosted by the School of Dramatic Arts and the USC Alumni Association.

    SDA in NYC
  • Alumni Memories: June 13

    Alumnus Todd Nonnenberg BA ’96 recounts a particularly memorable day in Paul Backer’s class.

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  • A female student in costume, drinking coffee

    Flashback: Arts After Dark

    A video look back to 2013 of students at USC’s six world-class arts schools, refining their craft in nighttime labs, theatres and rehearsal rooms all across campus.

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  • Front & Center: SDA Performance Venues of the Past

    A video spotlight on the venues our productions have inhabited over the last 75 years.

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  • Alumni Memories: June 6

    Alumnus Jeff Keane BFA ’80 tells a heartwarming story of lifelong friendship, from graduation onward.

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  • Elizabeth O'Connell

    Alumni Q&A: Elizabeth O’Connell BA ’84

    In our Alumni Q&A series, we caught up the alumna to discuss her favorite experience at Edinburgh Fringe Festival, returning to the Bing Theatre, advice for students and more.

    alumni q&a
  • Photo from the 21-22 season production of Body of Faith

    USC School of Dramatic Arts 2022-23 season of plays announced

    This rich and exciting season encompasses the full range of theatrical experiences and highlights the multidisciplinary talents of SDA students.

    2022-23
  • SDA graduates celebrate at commencement

    Photo gallery and full videos of the SDA commencement ceremonies

    Missed the undergraduate or graduate ceremony? Watch a recording of the live event on YouTube or view a photo recap of the event.

    Commencement 2022
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