Faculty Q&A: Ahmed Best
The faculty member shares about directing ‘Hooded or Being Black for Dummies,’ advice he gives to students, his work outside of USC and more.
getting to know
News
Alumni Memories: April 4
Alumna Melinda Robinson MFA '78 shares a costume shop memory from backstage on Oklahoma.
Alumna Melinda Robinson MFA ’78 shares a costume shop memory from backstage on Oklahoma.
looking back
BD Wong and Charlayne Woodard Named 2022 SDA Commencement Speakers
The two award-winning multi-hyphenate artists will deliver the charges to the 2022 SDA graduates.
Class of 2022
“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.
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
Social media channels buzz as newly accepted Trojans celebrate the good news
The newest members of the Trojan Family react to the news they’ve been hoping for — and start making plans for an exciting future.
#IGotIntoUSC
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.
Madigan Stehly BFA ’14 utilizes his theatre-based roots at USC to become an Emmy-winning lighting director.
Oscars
A night celebrating short films by SDA alumni
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.
community
Students explore podcasting through new interdisciplinary program
USC’s Dramatic Arts, Communications and Journalism, and Cinematic Arts schools join forces to help budding storytellers master the medium.
podcasts
Faculty Q&A: Rena Heinrich
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.
getting to know
Alumni Memories: March 21
Alumnus Mark Hilliard BFA '81 recalls an embarrassing moment and some of his SDA favorites.
Alumnus Mark Hilliard BFA ’81 recalls an embarrassing moment and some of his SDA favorites.
remember when