Welcome

When you look at our School's website you hopefully will notice something you will not see virtually anywhere else in North America. Unlike almost every other program, we unite theatre, film, and television in one School. Your ability to work in all three areas reflects the professional world and the exciting new careers that await you when you graduate. They aren’t separate in the world of work, and they aren’t separate in your experience in the School of Theatre, Film & Television.

 

Our extraordinary faculty offers comprehensive training in the art and business of storytelling. Whether that story is told on stage, on screens, or in the emerging world of media and entertainment, you will be given the education, training, and hands-on experience to become artistic makers and leaders for the future.

 

Part of our commitment to prepare you for your future career is our extensive internship program. These opportunities allow you to engage the professional area of your choice and learn from experienced practitioners by working alongside them.

 

Welcome to one of America’s most exciting arts environments. Come join us and take your place with talented colleagues who share your passion for the study, the business, and the art of storytelling. Explore the rich emotional possibilities offered only through live performance and the immersive cinematic and media experience we offer you in the School of Theatre, Film, & Television.

 

Brant Pope
Interim Director

Events

Repertory Theatre

Uncle Vanya Venue: Marroney Theatre November 17, 2024 to December 8, 2024

Screening Events

What’s Up, Docs? Venue: Marroney Theatre December 17, 2024 at 7:00pm

Next Performance Collective

BA Showcase: Long-Term Delight Venue: Tornabene Theatre November 7, 2024 to November 10, 2024

News

TFTV alumni filmmakers Justin Martinez and Ben Turner debut latest instalment of ‘V/H/S’ horror film series

TFTV alumni Justin Martinez (BFA, ’04) and Ben Turner (BFA ’03) are the creative talents behind Live and Let Dive, a nail-biting segment of V/H/S Beyond, the horror… More

U of A School of Theatre, Film & Television ranked No. 2 public film school in US

The University of Arizona School of Theatre, Film & Television (TFTV) climbed 15 places to land at No. 9 overall inThe Wrap’s latest ranking of the country’s Top… More

Scary movies matter: Asst. Professor Orquidea Morales talks horror and representation in The Arizona Republic

In a feature story in The Arizona Republic yesterday, School of Theatre, Film & Television Assistant Professor Orquidea Morales recounts how her passion for the horror film genre… More

Featured Faculty

David Morden Associate Professor

David Morden is an Assistant Professor of Voice and Movement.  For Arizona Repertory Theatre, he directed Lend Me a Tenor and Inspecting Carol and has served as voice and/or… More

Michael Mulcahy Associate Professor

Michael Mulcahy is a filmmaker, teacher and freelance production sound mixer. He recently served as 1st unit production sound mixer for Alex Cox’s new film, Tombstone Rashomon. His… More

Beverly Seckinger Professor

Beverly Seckinger is Professor in the School of Theatre, Film & Television and former Interim Director (2008-2010) and Associate Director (2004-2008) of the School of Media Arts.  She… More

Student Work

UA FTV Fiction Films

Our students' films have gained recognition at the world's top films festivals, including the Berlin Intl. Film Festival and Sundance, and feature stellar performances from rising stars in the Theatre programs. BA and BFA students in the film program work collaboratively on films, with BA students applying skills learned in producing and studies courses to lead projects in the producer role. Magic Hour and I Dream in Widescreen are the popular showcases for fiction produced in the program. More

Design Tech Showcase Reveals Secrets

Every year, the school brings agents, professional designers and production specialists to campus to view the work of our actors and design and technology students. The annual Showcase of Talent offers our students a valuable next step into the business and direct access to industry professionals. More

UA FTV Documentaries

Our production students gain experience in documentary, and are taught by working filmmakers whose films can be seen on HBO, Netflix, and PBS. The documentary work is original and eclectic, and reflects the rich culture of Tucson. Student work is regularly showcased at What’s up, Docs at The Loft Cinema and at I Dream in Widescreen, the gala event of BFA senior thesis films that regularly draws crowds of over 1000 to the historic Fox Tucson Theatre. More

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Take a quick virtual tour of the Fine Arts District and the rest of the UA Campus, click here.

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TONIGHT

Join us for LONG-TERM DELIGHT ✨

Devised by an ensemble of seven young artists, LONG-TERM DELIGHT is an unexpected mashup of love and questioning inspired by Charles Mee’s FALLING AND LOVING.

Long-Term Delight will have performances from Nov. 7 - 10 in the Tornabene Theatre. Visit tickets.arizona.edu for tickets.

FREE TICKETS to the production are available for all college and high school students. For details, visit azart.fyi/freetftvtix.

Rehearsal images by Nikki Martinez.
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TONIGHT

Join us for LONG-TERM DELIGHT ✨

Devised by an ensemble of seven young artists, LONG-TERM DELIGHT is an unexpected mashup of love and questioning inspired by Charles Mee’s FALLING AND LOVING.

Long-Term Delight will have performances from Nov. 7 - 10 in the Tornabene Theatre. Visit tickets.arizona.edu for tickets.

FREE TICKETS to the production are available for all college and high school students. For details, visit azart.fyi/freetftvtix. 

Rehearsal images by Nikki Martinez.Image attachmentImage attachment+2Image attachment

The University of Arizona School of Theatre, Film & Television climbed a massive 15 places to No. 9 overall in TheWrap’s latest ranking of the country’s Top 50 Film Schools. This marks our highest-ever placement in the rankings, which are published annually by The Wrap, the leading digital news organization covering the business of entertainment and media. TFTV is now the No. 2 public film school in the United States, behind only UCLA.

Read more: www.thewrap.com/best-film-schools-2024/ 🌟

BTS Photo Credit: Owen Eldridge for Tatum Sailor’s DEAR ADDIE
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The University of Arizona School of Theatre, Film & Television climbed a massive 15 places to No. 9 overall in TheWrap’s latest ranking of the country’s Top 50 Film Schools. This marks our highest-ever placement in the rankings, which are published annually by The Wrap, the leading digital news organization covering the business of entertainment and media. TFTV is now the No. 2 public film school in the United States, behind only UCLA. 

Read more: https://www.thewrap.com/best-film-schools-2024/ 🌟

BTS Photo Credit: Owen Eldridge for Tatum Sailor’s DEAR ADDIEImage attachment

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Imagine how much higher we'd be with a proper soundstage.

Congratulations 👏🎉👏

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