The official page for the USC School of Dramatic Arts.
A top-ranked dramatic arts education institution, the USC School of Dramatic Arts uniquely blends artistic training in a conservatory environment with the full academic experience of a major research university. It offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in acting, applied theatre arts, design, dramatic writing, sound design, stage management and technical direction, as well as produces more than 25 theatrical productions each academic year.
05/22/2026
Last Friday, the USC School of Dramatic Arts celebrated the Class of 2026 in a commencement ceremony filled with joy, gratitude, and community. ❤️💛✌️
From faculty and families to classmates and collaborators, we celebrated the people who helped make this moment possible.
Read more at https://bit.ly/4dqiu8X.
“There’s no reason to spend your life waiting to get invited to the party. Go make your own party.”
Award-winning writer, producer, actor, and proud USC School of Dramatic Arts alumnus Danny Strong delivered an unforgettable commencement address to the Class of 2026, encouraging graduates to stop waiting for permission, to create boldly, and to tell the stories the world desperately needs to hear.
Congrats to the SDA class of 2026!
The Wild Party McClintock Theatre Now thru May 3.
04/30/2026
Performances begin tonight for The Wild Party at the McClintock Theatre — this weekend only.
Don’t miss this explosive, jazz-fueled night of love, jealousy, and chaos, brought to the stage by our BFA Musical Theatre Juniors.
Reservations may be full, but standby is encouraged.
More information at the link in bio.
04/29/2026
Today is ❤️💛
The Trojan Family is coming together to uplift the next generation of storytellers at the USC School of Dramatic Arts.
Your gift of any size helps provide scholarships, bring industry artists into the classroom, and create hands-on experiences that prepare students for careers across the evolving entertainment landscape.
Make your impact today at https://dayofscupport.usc.edu/c/dramatic-arts.
Fight On! ✌️
The Gods Are Not To Blame opens tonight and runs through April 19 at the Sanctuary Theatre. Don’t miss it! https://dramaticarts.usc.edu/the-gods-are-not-to-blame/
Working: A Musical opens tonight and tells the stories of various taken for granted workers. Featuring our BFA Musical Theatre Sophomores, this production runs through April 19. More info in bio!
04/16/2026
Performances begin tonight for Working, directed by Anita Dashiell-Sparks at the McClintock Theatre.
Don’t miss this moving, music-filled portrait of everyday life, brought to the stage by our BFA Musical Theatre Sophomores.
More information at https://dramaticarts.usc.edu/second-stage-working/
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