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Cynthia Erivo Launches USC Drama Scholarship to Nurture Future Performers
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 20 Oct 2026, 03:34 AM
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Actress Cynthia Erivo has announced a new scholarship at the University of Southern California’s School of Dramatic Arts, aimed at supporting emerging performers.
Actress Cynthia Erivo, known for her powerful performances in films such as "The Woman King" and "The Color Purple", has unveiled a new scholarship at the University of Southern California’s School of Dramatic Arts.
The scholarship, named the Cynthia Erivo Performing Arts Scholarship, will cover tuition and living expenses for a select group of talented students each year. USC officials say the award will be open to applicants worldwide, with a focus on fostering diversity and inclusion within the performing arts community.
"I want to give back to the community that has given me so much," Erivo said in a statement. "This scholarship is a small way to help the next generation of performers pursue their dreams without financial barriers."
The University of Southern California will administer the award, selecting recipients based on artistic merit, financial need, and commitment to the craft. The inaugural cohort is expected to begin in the fall 2025 semester.
The scholarship, named the Cynthia Erivo Performing Arts Scholarship, will cover tuition and living expenses for a select group of talented students each year. USC officials say the award will be open to applicants worldwide, with a focus on fostering diversity and inclusion within the performing arts community.
"I want to give back to the community that has given me so much," Erivo said in a statement. "This scholarship is a small way to help the next generation of performers pursue their dreams without financial barriers."
The University of Southern California will administer the award, selecting recipients based on artistic merit, financial need, and commitment to the craft. The inaugural cohort is expected to begin in the fall 2025 semester.