Salon@SDA brings masterminds of entertainment to the classroom
Students hear advice and examine the industry’s climate with entertainment professionals in a weekly series.
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“Yes, And…”
Lecturer Debra DeLiso leads engineering students in improv exercises like “speed dating” and more to encourage curiosity.
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Alumni Q&A: Karan Soni BA ’11
Known for his roles in “Deadpool,” “Ghostbusters,” and “Safety Not Guaranteed,” the BA ’11 acting alum discusses his role on TBS’ “Miracle Workers” and more.
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Student Q&A: Jordon Rucker BFA ’23
The BFA Musical Theatre student takes advantage of all his resources, both on campus and in Los Angeles at large.
triple talent, triple resources
Howard Schmitt: Costuming Othello
Longtime SDA designer talks research, history and finding the right fit for the play.
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A conversation with Velina Hasu Houston
The prolific playwright opens up about herself, her work, and her journey.
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2020 MFA Year 3 Acting Repertory: Scenic Changeover Timelapse
Get a behind-the-scenes look at the Scene Dock in transformation between repertory shows.
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Boni B. Alvarez writes new work Guarded for MFA Acting Rep
The MFA Year Three actors are premiering the play commissioned by the School and written by the alum.
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Stephanie Shroyer directs Alice in Wonderland, featuring alumni Erika Soto and Gabriel Leyva
Professor and alumni make it down the rabbit hole to the A Noise Within production.
curiouser and curiouser
Trojan actor-turned-director Shiri Appleby on her USC training
Alumna says her classes gave her the tools to understand text inside and out.
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