Alumni Q&A: Noa Gardner MFA ’20
For our Alumni Q&A series, Noa Gardner MFA ’20 talks about his new play “The Staircase,” authenticity in language and the importance of reading to writers.
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News
McKinley Belcher III named 2025 SDA Commencement Speaker
Award-winning actor and writer returns to alma mater for May ceremony
The Award-winning actor and writer will deliver the keynote address at the USC School of Dramatic Arts’ 2025 commencement ceremony on Friday, May 16
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Developing Professionals
Bridging the Gap: How SDA's Professional Development Center Prepares Students for Industry Success
Bridging the Gap: How SDA’s Professional Development Center Prepares Students for Industry Success
career
Wayne Brady brings improv comedy expertise to SDA
The star of "Whose Line Is It Anyway?," "Let’s Make a Deal" and Broadway's "The Wiz" has joined the faculty of the USC School of Dramatic Arts
The star of “Whose Line Is It Anyway?,” “Let’s Make a Deal” and Broadway’s “The Wiz” has joined the faculty of the USC School of Dramatic Arts
expertise
Three Decades of Reimagining Possibilites
Colleagues and alumni reflect on SDA’s 30 year mission to rewrite the stories that shape our world.
IMPACT
Student Group Spotlight: Second Nature Improv
Formed around “the Harold,” a complex improv comedy form, Second Nature Improv provides big laughs in a safe and laid-back environment.
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Dream the Big Dream
USC School of Dramatic Arts Honors LeVar Burton’s Storytelling Legacy and Three Decades of Theatre for Social Impact
USC School of Dramatic Arts honors LeVar Burton’s storytelling legacy and three decades of theatre for social impact.
IMPACT
USC Dick Wolf Drama Center obtains LEED Platinum certification
The USC School of Dramatic Arts’ building, built in 1931, was renovated to meet the highest standards in sustainability.
home sweet home
Faculty Q&A: Sibyl Wickersheimer
Faculty member Sibyl Wickersheimer talks about her recent productions, serving as a mentor to students and the enduring magic of set design.
getting to know
Inspiring the next generation with the Sparks Center
Rod and Elsie Nakamoto name the School’s Sparks Center after two notable members of the Trojan Family.
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