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Welcome

Welcome to the University of Arizona School of Theatre, Film & Television (TFTV), one of the most dynamic and innovative programs in the United States. We bring together theatre with film and television in an integrated approach - preparing you to become a versatile storyteller across stage, screen, and emerging media.

Our Live & Screened Performance program equips students with cross-platform skills in acting, directing, writing, stage design, management, and dramaturgy for both live and recorded media. Thanks to our programs in Film & Television, TFTV is ranked the No. 4 public film school in the U.S. by The Wrap, offering hands-on training alongside academic grounding in critical studies and courses in the art and business of storytelling.

At TFTV, you’ll learn directly from world-renowned scholars, award-winning creators, and industry professionals from across academia, the arts, and entertainment. Regular guest artists and insiders from the field don’t just visit — they mentor, collaborate, and connect you to real-world opportunities, including internships. It’s more than education — it’s an immersive experience that launches your career.

Our FTV LA initiative, in partnership with Film Independent, offers unique access to the Los Angeles entertainment industry—screenings, networking events, workspace, and eligibility for prestigious fellowships like Project Involve.

Our home in Tucson, Arizona, offers more than a stunning desert landscape: it hosts a vibrant cultural scene with repertory and art theaters, film festivals, and permanent theatrical showcases. TFTV also produces numerous student-led performances, including live musical theater, fostering collaboration across disciplines.

We’re proud to be the only National Top 10-ranked film school that combines theatre with film and television into a collaborative and cohesive learning experience. This rare model ensures that you graduate not only in the medium of your choice, but with cross-disciplinary training that expands your creative and professional possibilities.

At TFTV, you’ll find a supportive, challenging, and inclusive space for artistic exploration—just steps from the mountains and a short trip to the heart of the entertainment industry.

Dr. Frances Gateward
Director

Live and Screened Performance

Events

Rocky Horror Graphic for TFTV The Rocky Horror Show Venue: Marroney Theatre October 11, 2026 to October 25, 2026
Graphic for Stop Kiss, TFTV Fall 2026 Stop Kiss Venue: Tornabene Theatre November 15, 2026 to December 6, 2026
New Directions Festival 2027 Graphic New Directions Festival Venue: Tornabene Theatre February 21, 2027 to March 7, 2027

Film & Television Production

News

Student filmmakers bring Tucson’s heritage to the screen in Pima County documentary series

A series of short documentaries created by students from the University of Arizona School of Theatre, Film & Television (TFTV) is now publicly available as part of Pima… More

2026-2027 TFTV Season Lineup Graphic - No text Rocky Horror, The Curious Incident, new works highlight TFTV performance season

The University of Arizona School of Theatre, Film & Television has announced its 2026/27 performance season, featuring the cult phenomenon The Rocky Horror Show, original student-created works in… More

Photo from May 2026 News and Documentary Awards of the Prime Minister team. ‘Prime Minister’ lands top prize at Documentary Emmy Awards for Lindsay Utz (‘03)

University of Arizona School of Theatre, Film & Television alum Lindsay Utz (‘03) earned major recognition at the 2026 News & Documentary Emmy Awards on Thursday night, as… More

Film & Television Producing & Studies

Featured Faculty & Staff

Nicole Koschmann Asst. Professor of Practice

Nicole (Nicky) Koschmann is an Assistant Professor of Practice in the School of Theatre, Film, & Television, where she also directs the Arizona Online Film & Television Bachelor… More

Jacob Bricca Professor

Jacob Bricca, ACE is an award-winning film editor, director, producer, and scholar. He has thirteen feature documentaries including the international theatrical hit Lost In La Mancha, the Independent… More

Kevin Black Professor of Practice

Kevin Black is a Professor of Practice in Acting, teaching Acting l and ll, Introduction to Voice and Movement, and Screen Acting. He is a professional actor with… More

Film & Television Online

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

Film & Television Los Angeles

Alumni Spotlight

Poster for Guillermo del Toro's 'Frankenstein'. Best Picture Oscar Nominee ‘Frankenstein’ Produced by TFTV Alum Scott Stuber

The University of Arizona School of Theatre, Film & Television (TFTV) proudly congratulates alum Scott Stuber (’92), a producer of Frankenstein, on the film’s Academy Award® nomination for… More

Broadway Dreams Realized: TFTV Alum Ethan Kirschbaum (‘16) Steps into Iconic Role in ‘Wicked’

From being captivated by Wicked as a child in the audience to taking center stage in the role of Fiyero in this year’s national tour, alum Ethan Kirschbaum… More

TFTV Alumni Shine at the Loft Film Fest

The Loft Film Fest returns to Tucson November 5–13, and the School of Theatre, Film & Television (TFTV) is proud to celebrate multiple alumni filmmakers in this year’s… More

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Congratulations to Sean Leeman on his thesis film THE EXCHANGE RATE winning the Outstanding Achievement Award in Sound Editing at Indie Short Fest Los Angeles! Sean was also recognized with a nomination for Best Student Male Director at the festival, celebrating his creative vision and leadership behind the film.

The Sound Editing award recognizes the exceptional sound design collaboration between Sean and sound editor/mixer Eli Schmadel, whose work creates an immersive experience for audiences. “The world of The Exchange Rate is loud, frantic, and anxiety-inducing,” says Eli. “Sean and I challenged ourselves to make sure that every single sound you hear draws you even further into the headspace of these characters without becoming background noise.”

Proud to see the exceptional storytelling and technical artistry of our students receiving recognition on the festival circuit. Congratulations, Sean and Eli!

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Congratulations to Sean Leeman on his thesis film THE EXCHANGE RATE winning the Outstanding Achievement Award in Sound Editing at Indie Short Fest Los Angeles! Sean was also recognized with a nomination for Best Student Male Director at the festival, celebrating his creative vision and leadership behind the film. The Sound Editing award recognizes the exceptional sound design collaboration between Sean and sound editor/mixer Eli Schmadel, whose work creates an immersive experience for audiences. “The world of The Exchange Rate is loud, frantic, and anxiety-inducing,” says Eli. “Sean and I challenged ourselves to make sure that every single sound you hear draws you even further into the headspace of these characters without becoming background noise.” Proud to see the exceptional storytelling and technical artistry of our students receiving recognition on the festival circuit. Congratulations, Sean and Eli!

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Congratulations to Lindsay Utz (‘03), whose HBO documentary PRIME MINISTER just landed the top prize at the News & Documentary Emmy Awards. Along with the award for Best Documentary, PRIME MINISTER won the Best Politics & Government Documentary Award. The film, which Lindsay co-directed with Michelle Walshe, continues an extraordinary awards run following its premiere at Sundance last year, where it won the Audience Award for Best World Cinema Documentary.

Since graduating from TFTV in 2003, Utz has established herself as one of the leading voices in documentary filmmaking. Her acclaimed credits include American Factory (Academy Award winner for Best Documentary Feature), Miss Americana, Billie Eilish: The World’s a Little Blurry and Martha. She was named the College of Fine Arts Alum of the Year in 2021.

Congratulations, Lindsay, on your latest remarkable achievement! Bear down!

Photo courtesy of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences.

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Congratulations to Lindsay Utz (‘03), whose HBO documentary PRIME MINISTER just landed the top prize at the News & Documentary Emmy Awards. Along with the award for Best Documentary, PRIME MINISTER won the Best Politics & Government Documentary Award. The film, which Lindsay co-directed with Michelle Walshe, continues an extraordinary awards run following its premiere at Sundance last year, where it won the Audience Award for Best World Cinema Documentary. Since graduating from TFTV in 2003, Utz has established herself as one of the leading voices in documentary filmmaking. Her acclaimed credits include American Factory (Academy Award winner for Best Documentary Feature), Miss Americana, Billie Eilish: The World’s a Little Blurry and Martha. She was named the College of Fine Arts Alum of the Year in 2021. Congratulations, Lindsay, on your latest remarkable achievement! Bear down! Photo courtesy of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences.

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