Alumni Memories: April 4
Alumna Melinda Robinson MFA '78 shares a costume shop memory from backstage on Oklahoma.
Alumna Melinda Robinson MFA ’78 shares a costume shop memory from backstage on Oklahoma.
looking back
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“Let them know there’s more to you:” ‘Take Me Out’ cast and director share advice
With the Broadway revival opening on April 4, we look back at a special Spotlight@SDA webinar with director Scott Ellis and actors Patrick J. Adams, Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Jesse Williams, which took place in Spring 2020.
With the Broadway revival opening April 4, we look back at a special roundtable with director Scott Ellis and actors Patrick J. Adams, Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Jesse Williams, which took place in 2020.
Spotlight@SDA
From the USC stage to illuminating the Oscars and winning Emmys
Madigan Stehly BFA ’14 utilizes his theatre-based roots at USC to become an Emmy-winning lighting director.
Madigan Stehly BFA ’14 utilizes his theatre-based roots at USC to become an Emmy-winning lighting director.
Oscars
Faculty Q&A: Rena Heinrich
The Assistant Professor of Theatre Practice and Interim Artistic Director shares about the SDA Literary Committee’s play selection process, her advocacy work with California State Parks, the rewarding part about teaching and more.
getting to know
Alumni Memories: March 21
Alumnus Mark Hilliard BFA '81 recalls an embarrassing moment and some of his SDA favorites.
Alumnus Mark Hilliard BFA ’81 recalls an embarrassing moment and some of his SDA favorites.
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Alumni Q&A: David Fickas BFA ’96
The director, writer and producer discusses why he’s an alumni volunteer, four ways students can prepare for the professional world, lessons he learned at SDA and more.
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Gabriela Ortega BFA ’17 uplifts Latin American culture and community through her work as an artist
The BFA Acting alumna, who was recently named one of Disney+ Launchpad's short film directors, is taking great care to tell inclusive stories on screen.
The BFA Acting alumna, who was recently named one of Disney+ Launchpad’s short film directors, is taking great care to tell inclusive stories on screen.
art with care
Alumni Memories: March 8
Alumnus Joshua Townshend BFA '83 shares his recollection of a memorable professor.
Alumnus Joshua Townshend BFA ’83 shares his recollection of a memorable professor.
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Alumni Memories: March 4
Alumna Joni Ravenna BFA '84 shares a few snaps from her college photo album.
Alumna Joni Ravenna BFA ’84 shares a few snaps from her college photo album.
looking back
Front & Center: Guest Artists & Faculty Over the Years
A video spotlight on some of the distinguished talents and trailblazers that have graced our hallways.
A video spotlight on some of the distinguished talents and trailblazers that have graced our hallways.
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