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Alumni Q&A: Rebecca Mellinger BA ’17

For our Alumni Q&A series, Rebecca Mellinger BA ’17 discusses her work using entertainment and media platforms to drive social change, advice for students and more.

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Emotions and pride overflow

Meet some of the new Trojans who are making themselves a home at USC this week – including a new addition to the SDA Community!

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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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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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Celebrating Black Musical Theatre Legacy

Recognizing revolutionary contributions of Black artists to the Musical Theatre.

Recognizing revolutionary contributions of Black artists to the Musical Theatre.

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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

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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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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Trojans Shine at 75th Tony Awards

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

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

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