Meet a pair of incoming Trojans and the USC doctor who saved their lives
Long before joining USC’s Class of 2024, the Somers twins were the recipients of a miraculous lifesaving procedure pioneered by a veteran fetal surgeon.
beyond all odds
News
SDA remembers Jack Rowe
The long-time educator’s legacy of mentorship spanned decades. He was 76.
in memory
Anita Dashiell-Sparks and Kenneth Noel Mitchell appointed co-heads of undergraduate acting
The two will jointly support the training of the undergraduate acting population, particularly in the areas of curriculum design, and faculty and student recruitment.
leadership
Student Q&A: Jordan Fox BFA ’21
Technical Direction student shares about tackling set construction from different angles, his newfound curiosity for theatre and more.
production
Original play commissioned by SDA sees film adaptation
Alumnus Boni B. Alvarez’s Guarded was adapted for a social distancing, online format as part of the MFA Acting students’ class.
watch online
Statement on Current Events and SDA CommUNITY Conversation and Collective Call to Action
A message from Dean David Bridel to the SDA Community
community
Amid lockdowns, universities’ actor showcases go online
As one of the first schools to host a virtual showcase this year, the School of Dramatic Arts shares insight with The Hollywood Reporter about the performances.
adapting to change
SDA alumni offer ways to stay creative at home
Designing, producing, acting and writing alums share their creativity tips with senior students.
new habits
Student Q&A: Yajayra Franco BFA ’23
With her first year wrapped, freshman Yajayra Franco BFA ’23 shares about her biggest learning experience, her outlook on theatre and more.
innovative ideas
School of Dramatic Arts community celebrates resilient Class of 2020
Virtual celebration shares messages of hope and encouragement
Virtual celebration shares messages of hope and encouragement.
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