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Representing USC at the Largest Arts Festival in the World

Professor John Blankenchip led the School of Dramatic Arts for 23 seasons at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.

Professor John Blankenchip led the School of Dramatic Arts for 23 seasons at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.

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A Glimpse of SDA History

Since the university’s inception in 1880, dramatic arts have had a significant role in the student experience.

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Two images, one in color of a man standing on steps with two students. He holds a large picture frame, and they hold candlesticks and a clock. On the right, a blond woman holds a large picture frame, and two students hold similar candlesticks and a clock.

Then & Now: The School’s Homebase

A look at the School of Dramatic Arts’ first home at Old College to the new building, opening December 2023.

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Alumni Marquee 2021-22

Some of the accomplishments the School of Dramatic Arts alumni are achieving, from the Class of 1960s and on.

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Video: New Building Fly-Through

Take a sneak peek at renderings of future plans for the School’s new building at the center of USC’s arts corridor.

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75 Years of SDA: Slideshow (Part 3)

Enjoy a trip down memory lane in the final installment of three slideshows featuring images and videos from our 75 years at the University of Southern California.

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Redesign and renovation of historic building at USC

Top 10 stories of 2021

From a new building to full-time hires, scholarships and the 75th celebration, here are the 10 most viewed stories of the year.

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Alumni Q&A: Jason Ginsburg BA ’96

The senior digital producer shares about Commedus Interruptus, creating “other” goals, a valuable lesson he learned at SDA and more.

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Faculty Q&A: Terry Gordon

The costume designer shares about her extensive sitcom experience, how her teaching has adapted throughout the years, the most rewarding aspect of teaching and more.

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