Trojans take on Los Angeles stages this spring
Faculty and alumni showcase works across behind the scenes and on stage
From acting to stage managing, faculty and alumni showcase works behind the scenes and on stage.
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SDA presents “I’m Still Queer: A TransAmerican Cabaret” to support establishment of Alexandra Billings Scholarship
New Scholarship created to attract and recruit LGBT students from across the globe
New Scholarship created to attract and recruit LGBT students from across the globe.
come to the cabaret
Two alumni selected for Playwrights’ Arena season
‘Southernmost’ by Mary Lyon Kamitaki MFA ’18 and ‘Like/Share’ by Janine Salinas Schoenberg MFA ‘07 selected for 2019.
dramatic writing
Perry Mattfeld stars in The CW’s ‘In the Dark’
The alumna stars in a comedy-drama series that premieres April 4.
television
Alumni Q&A: Alice M. Pollitt
Currently a stage manager on Broadway’s ‘King Kong,’ the BFA ’15 alumna discusses saying ‘yes’ to opportunities, ISPs and her career after graduating.
q&a
USC alumni bring in the laughs on Saturday Night Live
A hefty lineup of comedic Trojans — including Will Ferrell ’90 — have made their mark on the iconic show.
live from NY
Shining a light on Elizabeth Harper
The assistant professor of lighting design brings professional experience into the classroom.
lights, please
Alumni Q&A: Pia Shah
From her lead role in ‘Orange’ at South Coast Repertory to her most exciting project, the MFA Acting ’13 graduate discusses life after USC.
q&a
Conversations of inclusion and equity in the aftermath of Oscars, industry controversies
A look at how the School of Dramatic Arts is addressing tough issues in the classroom in the wake of #OscarsSoWhite and #TimesUp movements.
diversity
Laughter actually is pretty good medicine
External Read: ‘The Paper Gown’ discusses why medical clowning programs like the School of Dramatic Arts need to be recognized.
healing