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Members of the Merry Men pose against a purple background.

Student Group Spotlight: The Merry Men

The Merry Men may have ditched the frilly shirts and tights, but they still put on some of the wittiest mixed-form improv at USC.

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Elizabeth Harper

Faculty Q&A: Elizabeth Harper

Faculty member Elizabeth Harper talks about her career, working with alumni and why students need to get ready to be lucky.

getting to know
Montage of Dick Wolf, SDA faculty, and a poster for Dick Wolf's series On Call.

Dick Wolf: “A Champion for Actors”

Alumni and Faculty of the USC School of Dramatic Arts reached out to share their connections to the Emmy-winning creator/producer.

honoring Mr. Wolf
A group of actors huddling around a sewing machine with the Mexican and American flags in the background.

Student Group Spotlight: Modern Minority Theatre Company

Modern Minority Theatre Company is an independent student organization focused on telling underrepresented stories and providing first opportunities for students new to theatre.

student spotlight
A crowd of students celebrating and making gestures at the 2024 New Student Welcome.

2024: A year in photos

We take a look back at 2024, a year that featured opening the Dick Wolf Drama Center, abundant student opportunities and a whole lot of star power.

celebrate
Snow piled up on a pine tree branch.

Five plays to read in winter

Selected by the USC School of Dramatic Arts Critical Studies and Dramatic Writing faculty

As winter approaches, SDA’s Critical Studies and Dramatic Writing faculty suggest plays to accompany a mug of hot cocoa and a crackling fireplace.

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Jude Shelton

Faculty Spotlight: Judith Shelton

Assistant Professor of Theatre Practice in Comedy Judith Shelton believes that stand up comedy is more than just getting laughs. She might even call it a spiritual practice.

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Charl Brown

Alumni Q&A: Charl Brown BA ’01

For our Alumni Q&A series, Charl Brown BA ’01 talks about his professional career, having the heart of a student and making theatre for your community.

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