Holiday magic on screen: Must-watch films from USC alumni to add to your watchlist
Trojans have helped bring some of the most memorable holiday classics to life, and they’re still creating new stories that will make lasting memories for years to come.
Why ‘A Charlie Brown Christmas’ almost didn’t air − and why it endures
The holiday special — with no laugh track, low-grade animation and a Bible verse at its heart — seemed destined to fail. USC Marshall’s Stephen Lind explains how it instead became an instant classic.
Have you been naughty? Then beware: Krampus is coming
With Krampus-based movies, comic books and festivities growing in popularity, the scary Alpine holiday legend has gained a firm foothold in America.
Five plays you should read this winter
USC School of Dramatic Arts faculty members recommend five plays perfect for when the snow is falling and the cold wind blows — or a day at a SoCal beach.
USC’s Dramatic Arts Building to be named the Dick Wolf Drama Center
The Emmy-winning creator of the Law & Order franchise is supporting the next generation of artists and creative entrepreneurs with a significant contribution to the USC School of Dramatic Arts.
USC launches new presidential arts initiative
USC Arts Now will spark innovative arts collaborations and support USC President Carol Folt’s “moonshot” goals for the university through an artistic lens.
USC Arts Now: Voices from the deans and other university arts leaders
The six art schools’ leaders, along with the heads of USC Museums and the Visions and Voices series, discuss President Carol Folt’s ambitious new arts initiative.
USC School of Cinematic Arts supporters create a smash sequel
The estate of John H. Mitchell’s late wife, Patricia, bolsters entertainment industry education through a new major gift.
After Cool puts neighborhood kids center stage
For decades, local students have gained confidence and skills through the 24th Street Theatre program, which is supported by USC’s Good Neighbors Campaign.
After Cool puts neighborhood kids center stage
For decades, local students have gained confidence and skills through the 24th Street Theatre program, which is supported by USC’s Good Neighbors Campaign.
