“The Mount Rushmore of Improv”: Wayne Brady teaches masterclass to SDA students
All-time improv great Wayne Brady led a masterclass on musical theatre improv for USC students.
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Faculty Q&A: Oliver Mayer
Professor of Dramatic Writing Oliver Mayer talks about advice he gives to young writers, the intricacies of sumo wrestling and his new play Ghost Waltz.
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USC playwrights draw inspiration from diverse backgrounds
The small cohort gets a fully immersive experience in the Los Angeles writing scene.
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‘A top training ground’: USC School of Dramatic Arts gets a new home at ribbon-cutting ceremony
The revamped building features two theatres, design labs and other state-of-the-art facilities.
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Alumni Q&A: Adrienne Visnic BFA ’14
For our Alumni Q&A series, Adrienne Visnic BFA ’14 talks about her recent projects, SDA’s new building and exciting things to look forward to with the Alumni Leadership Council.
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Justin Chien and the Trojan Stunt Team make sure Hollywood gets the fight just right
Justin Chien (BFA ’18), star of Netflix’s The Brothers Sun, led a fight workshop for USC students in collaboration with the Trojan Stunt Team.
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“Be the antelope”: Hollywood icon Matthew Lillard preaches heart and hard work to USC students
Matthew Lillard spoke about his storied career, his directorial debut and his various companies with SDA faculty and longtime friend Oliver Mayer.
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Faculty Q&A: Amrita Dhaliwal
Faculty member Amrita Dhaliwal talks about balancing humor and seriousness, using comedy for social change and being Keynote Speaker at this year’s USC APIFSA meeting.
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“Storytelling Matters”: Oscar nominee America Ferrera accepts School of Dramatic Arts’ Multihyphenate Award
The USC School of Dramatic Arts honored award-winning actress, writer, producer and activist America Ferrera with the second annual Multihyphenate Award.
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Student Group Spotlight: Fourth Quarter All-Stars
In February, Fourth Quarter All-Stars hosted Sketchella, the West Coast’s premiere college comedy festival, at the Massman Theatre.
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