research

Brent Blair gestures to a group of workshop attendees in Israel.

Using theatre to promote healing and justice around the world

By Geoffrey Waring February 17, 2023

SDA Professor Brent Blair’s recent sabbatical took him to India, Rwanda, and Israel, where he researched the intersection of theatre, justice, and healing.

global impact

Designing spaces for conversations

By Geoffrey Waring January 13, 2023

SDA alum Maureen Weiss (BFA ‘96) and SDA professor Sibyl Wickersheimer’s new book highlights the voices and work of contemporary set designers for the first time.

design shift

Xipe Totec performs a traditional Aztec dance during the Día de los Muertos event at Plaza de la Raza. The new Salud Pa Ti Youth Theater Project at the center is a USC Good Neighbors Campaign grant recipient. (USC/Saúl García) (Photo/Sául García)

Promoting therapy through theatre

November 29, 2022

USC School of Dramatic Arts collaborates with Plaza de la Raza on programs to help youth overcome trauma.

good neighbors