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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

Performance Season

Jerry’s Girls Venue: Marroney Theatre April 19, 2026 to May 3, 2026

Screening Events

I Dream in Widescreen 2026 Venue: Fox Tucson Theatre May 9, 2026 at 7:00pm

Workshop Productions

New Directions Festival Venue: Tornabene Theatre March 26, 2026 to March 29, 2026

Film & Television Production

News

Photo from Our American Tragedy On the Mainstage: Angelique Fustukjian (’16) Presents ‘Our American Tragedy’ in Phoenix after Hollywood Fringe Premiere

Since graduating from the University of Arizona School of Theatre, Film & Television (TFTV) in 2016, Angelique Fustukjian has established herself as a producer, actor, and writer in… More

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

Emerging playwrights explore ‘brokenness’ at New Directions Festival

TUCSON, Ariz. – The University of Arizona School of Theatre, Film & Television (TFTV) will present the fifth annual New Directions Festival: Broken, a curated evening of original works… More

Film & Television Producing & Studies

Featured Faculty & Staff

David Yarnelle Assistant Professor of Practice

David Yarnelle, Theatre Studies, has been a member of The School of Theatre, Film and Television faculty for nearly twenty years teaching theatre arts courses to students across… More

James Pack Scenic Shop Manager

James Pack is a graduate of Full Sail University with a Master of Science in Entertainment Business. He received his undergraduate degree from the University of Arizona majoring… 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

From Improv to Impact: Hope Baker’s Rise as a Voice for Authentic Representation

Hope Baker (BA ’22, Communications with a Theatre minor) is an actor, writer, and advocate whose creative journey took root at the University of Arizona School of Theatre,… More

Portrait of Clayton Lukens. Clayton Lukens (’24) Returns to Centennial Hall with ‘The Book of Mormon’ National Tour

University of Arizona School of Theatre, Film & Television alum Clayton Lukens (BFA Musical Theatre ’24) is returning to Centennial Hall as a member of the national tour of… More

Senior thesis films by TFTV filmmakers screen to packed audience at San Diego Comic-Con

This summer, University of Arizona School of Theatre, Film & Television (TFTV) alumni Myles Gordon (BFA, ’23), Ryan Ramsey (BFA, ’23), Kaila Hines (BA, ’23), Anna Agosto (BFA,… 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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From Tucson to the Oscars: University of Arizona alumni made their mark at this year’s Academy Awards, showing up across some of the night’s biggest moments - on stage and behind the scenes.

“Frankenstein,” co-produced by School of Theatre, Film & Television alum Scott Stuber, earned three Oscars for Makeup & Hairstyling, Production Design, and Costume Design.

School of Art attendee Kristen Wiig reunited with the “Bridesmaids” cast to present, bringing a little Wildcat star power to the stage.

And “F1: The Movie,” produced by alum Jerry Bruckheimer, raced ahead to win Best Sound.

Both “F1: The Movie” and “Frankenstein” were also nominated for Best Picture - a strong showing for Wildcats on Hollywood’s biggest stage - again!

Photos: Valerie Goodloe/Alamy (Scott Stuber: MediaPunch/StringersHub/Sipa USA; Kristen Wiig: MediaPunch)

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From Tucson to the Oscars: University of Arizona alumni made their mark at this year’s Academy Awards, showing up across some of the night’s biggest moments - on stage and behind the scenes. “Frankenstein,” co-produced by School of Theatre, Film & Television alum Scott Stuber, earned three Oscars for Makeup & Hairstyling, Production Design, and Costume Design. School of Art attendee Kristen Wiig reunited with the “Bridesmaids” cast to present, bringing a little Wildcat star power to the stage. And “F1: The Movie,” produced by alum Jerry Bruckheimer, raced ahead to win Best Sound. Both “F1: The Movie” and “Frankenstein” were also nominated for Best Picture - a strong showing for Wildcats on Hollywood’s biggest stage - again! Photos: Valerie Goodloe/Alamy (Scott Stuber: MediaPunch/StringersHub/Sipa USA; Kristen Wiig: MediaPunch)

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Since graduating from the University of Arizona School of Theatre, Film & Television in 2016, Angelique Fustukjian has built a career as a producer, actor, and writer.

With collaborator Matthew Namik, she co-founded Sunny Gingham, a creative production company developing original work. They premiered their historical drama Our American Tragedy at the Hollywood Fringe Festival, where reviewers praised it as “a quick, taut, locked-room mystery with excellent performances and great direction.” They’re now bringing an expanded version of the production to Phoenix in partnership with producers at Banzerini House.

Set four days post-war in the spring of 1865, the play follows the actors and crew of Ford’s Theatre on the night of Lincoln’s assassination. Our American Tragedy opens tonight in Phoenix and runs March 13–29.

On advice she’d give graduating TFTV students, Angelique shares: “My advice is to say yes to opportunities, even when the path isn’t linear. You may not land an agent right out of college, and that’s okay! The routes to our dream jobs are paved by us.”

Bear Down, Angelique!

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Since graduating from the University of Arizona School of Theatre, Film & Television in 2016, Angelique Fustukjian has built a career as a producer, actor, and writer. With collaborator Matthew Namik, she co-founded Sunny Gingham, a creative production company developing original work. They premiered their historical drama Our American Tragedy at the Hollywood Fringe Festival, where reviewers praised it as “a quick, taut, locked-room mystery with excellent performances and great direction.” They’re now bringing an expanded version of the production to Phoenix in partnership with producers at Banzerini House. Set four days post-war in the spring of 1865, the play follows the actors and crew of Ford’s Theatre on the night of Lincoln’s assassination. Our American Tragedy opens tonight in Phoenix and runs March 13–29. On advice she’d give graduating TFTV students, Angelique shares: “My advice is to say yes to opportunities, even when the path isn’t linear. You may not land an agent right out of college, and that’s okay! The routes to our dream jobs are paved by us.” Bear Down, Angelique!

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