THE USC SCHOOL OF THEATRE

Founded in 1945, the USC School of Theatre is recognized internationally as a leader in theatre education. Ranked among the top five undergraduate theatre programs in the nation, the School blends artistic training in a conservatory environment with all the academic advantages of a major research university. The School’s active production program (over 20 shows annually) utilizes four theatre facilities, including the Bing Theatre, the Scene Dock Theatre, the Massman Theatre and the Village Gate. The School encourages students to gain professional experience and academic credit through internships and has created a partnership with Center Theatre Group (one of the country’s leading professional theatres) that offers internships ranging from performance opportunities to administrative experience. The School also attracts a wide range of guest speakers and lecturers, including some of the most distinguished talents from stage, screen and television. Our graduate programs in Acting and Dramatic Writing are both intensive, three year programs taught by a faculty comprised of theatre professionals working at the highest level of the industry. The location of the campus, literally in the center of the entertainment industry, makes the School of Theatre distinctive among colleges and universities in the United States.