In the News
Aubrey Plaza keeps it authentic, encourages students to do the same
The seasoned actor, comedian, producer and writer discussed her experiences with the School of Dramatic Arts community in the summer.
Spotlight@SDA
Faculty Q&A: Kirstin Eggers
The adjunct faculty member and alumna shares about her favorite class to teach, what she’s bingeing at home, advice for current students and more.
getting to know
Stage management professor’s HERE premieres at Venice Film Festival
Scott Faris directed and staged the live performances of the immersive collaboration of VR and performance.
360
Joshua B. Grode named chair of SDA Board of Councilors
CEO of Legendary Entertainment takes the helm as the new chair of advisory board composed of notable professional and community leaders.
leadership
SDA Anti-Racism & Advocacy Challenge
The School participates in a 30-day challenge, the SDA Anti-Racism & Advocacy Challenge, which inspired by the Justice in June initiative.
allyship
CommUNITY Day challenges participants to embody empathy
The third annual event is on Friday, Sept. 11, with events held throughout the day from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Zoom.
building community
Filming in the time of a global pandemic
‘Love in the Time of Corona’ creatives share insight with USC students about the first new production to film during the shutdown.
adapting
Four incoming freshmen share their stories of perseverance
A quartet of new Trojans, including SDA student Sarah Showich, discuss how they overcame personal challenges and found themselves heading to USC.
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