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From vaudevilles to sold-out arenas

A new School of Dramatic Class gets in-depth about the evolution of stand-up comedy and how it has become so successful today.

Faculty member and comedian Wayne Federman talks about the evolution of the art form in a new History of Stand-Up Comedy class.

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Alumni Memories: November 2

Alumnus Moonie Ahmed BFA '82 shares a few snapshots from shows he acted in at SDA.

Alumnus Moonie Ahmed BFA ’82 shares a few snapshots from shows he acted in at SDA.

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Dean Emily Roxworthy on the Bing Theatre Stage

Sneak Peek: Q&A with Dean Emily Roxworthy

Callboard magazine recently asked the dean about her professional background, goals for the School and more. Read some of her answers here, and the rest of her interview in the Fall 2021 issue.

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The 6 Degrees of August Wilson and USC

A look at how the Trojan family connects to the legendary late playwright

A look at how the Trojan Family connects to the legendary late playwright, from screen adaptations to exploring Black heritage.

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Trojan Family Weekend industry insider panel

2021 Trojan Family Weekend

A photo gallery of the USC School of Dramatic Arts’ dean welcome and industry insider panel during this year’s Trojan Family Weekend.

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Front & Center: John Blankenchip

A video spotlight on beloved professor John Edward Blankenchip.

A video spotlight on beloved professor John Edward Blankenchip, who led the School’s Festival Theatre USC-USA program.

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