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Several actors and director on Zoom call

“Let them know there’s more to you:” ‘Take Me Out’ cast and director share advice

With the Broadway revival opening on April 4, we look back at a special Spotlight@SDA webinar with director Scott Ellis and actors Patrick J. Adams, Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Jesse Williams, which took place in Spring 2020.
By Celine Kiner March 31, 2022

With the Broadway revival opening April 4, we look back at a special roundtable with director Scott Ellis and actors Patrick J. Adams, Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Jesse Williams, which took place in 2020.

Spotlight@SDA
Madigan Stehly and Ben Green accept an Emmy Award on stage

From the USC stage to illuminating the Oscars and winning Emmys

Madigan Stehly BFA ’14 utilizes his theatre-based roots at USC to become an Emmy-winning lighting director.
By Phillip Jordan March 24, 2022

Madigan Stehly BFA ’14 utilizes his theatre-based roots at USC to become an Emmy-winning lighting director.

Oscars
USC SDA Alumni Council Presents SCene Partners: A Night of Short Films at the Garry Marshall Theatre on March 26, 2022

A night celebrating short films by SDA alumni

By Allison Engel March 23, 2022

The March 26 event will showcase the creative works of alumni who are writing, directing, producing and acting in short films and in digital media, as well as provide an opportunity for fellow Trojans to network.

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Photo of Rena Heinrich

Faculty Q&A: Rena Heinrich

March 22, 2022

The Assistant Professor of Theatre Practice and Interim Artistic Director shares about the SDA Literary Committee’s play selection process, her advocacy work with California State Parks, the rewarding part about teaching and more.

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Alumni Memories: March 21

Alumnus Mark Hilliard BFA '81 recalls an embarrassing moment and some of his SDA favorites.
March 21, 2022

Alumnus Mark Hilliard BFA ’81 recalls an embarrassing moment and some of his SDA favorites.

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David Fickas

Alumni Q&A: David Fickas BFA ’96

March 17, 2022

The director, writer and producer discusses why he’s an alumni volunteer, four ways students can prepare for the professional world, lessons he learned at SDA and more.

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