School of Dramatic Arts
In the News

Podcast@SDA: Getting to know Edgar Landa
SDA podcast featuring the faculty of the USC School of Dramatic Arts returns with a conversation with Edgar Landa.

Student Q&A: Matt Dean
The BFA Musical Theatre senior discusses performing in LA Opera’s West Side Story while completing his degree, the importance of initiative, and how Los Angeles has shaped his artistic journey.

SDA Alumni Share Career Insights During Trojan Family Weekend Panel
The panelists, with varied careers, shared how the School of Dramatic Arts’ tight-knit, integrated environment equipped them with skills extending far beyond the classroom.

IN THE NEWS: Why USC students who want to be doctors and engineers are minoring in comedy
Read the LA Times article (subscription required) on how SDA’s comedy performance minor teaches essential skills in communication, confidence, and human connection.
