The Heidi Chronicles

October 2–5, 2025
Summary
Witty, insightful, and poignant, Wendy Wasserstein’s Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning comedy finds the laugh-out-loud humor in Heidi Holland’s coming of age during the Nixon and Reagan eras. Wasserstein made history as the first woman to win the Tony Award for Best Play as a solo playwright for this work. Heidi’s struggles alongside her fellow feminists and great guy friends speak to today’s youth and resonate powerfully with contemporary audiences. A timeless story told with enduring humor–because some struggles never go out of style. Featuring the BFA in Acting for Stage and Screen Senior Class.
Performance Dates & Times
Thursday, October 2 at 7:30 p.m.
Friday, October 3 at 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, October 4 at 2 p.m.
Saturday, October 4 at 8 p.m.
Sunday, October 5 at 2 p.m.
Sunday, October 5 at 8 p.m.
Ticketing
Tickets will go on sale September 3.
Tickets may be purchased at the theatre on the day of performance, subject to availability. Please note, the USC Ticket Office is cashless. USC students must log into their USC Ticket Office student account in order to receive special discounted student pricing.
Program
In alignment with the University’s commitment to sustainability, programs for all SDA productions are available digitally. Audience members may scan a QR code at the theatre, or visit dramaticarts.usc.edu/digital-programs to view the production’s program.
A limited number of printed programs are available upon request at the theatre.
Content Warning
Please be advised that this production includes references to substance use (alcohol, marijuana), discussion of gender discrimination, harassment, fertility, outdated gender and social norms, adult themes and language, and smoking.
More About the Production
The Heidi Chronicles is presented by special arrangement with Broadway Licensing, LLC, servicing the Dramatists Play Service collection. (www.dramatists.com)
Additional Information
This event is open to all. The USC School of Dramatic Arts operates all of its programs and activities consistent with the University’s Notice of Non-Discrimination. Eligibility is not determined based on race, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or any other prohibited factor.
Additional Information
The Heidi Chronicles
by Wendy Wasserstein
Directed by Kirstin Eggers