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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

National Association of Schools of Theatre URTA

Acting & Musical Theatre

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

Design & Technical Production

News

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

Associate Professor Elaine Romero earns Professor Alberto Rios Outstanding Literary/Arts Award

The School of Theatre, Film & Television (TFTV) is proud to share that Associate Professor Elaine Romero is the 2024 recipient of the Professor Alberto Rios Outstanding Literary/Arts Award.… More

Film & Television Producing & Studies

Featured Faculty

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

Christie Kerr Assistant Professor

Christie Kerr is an Assistant Professor of Musical Theatre in her fourth year at UA.  Prior to this, she lived in Chicago, IL where she was an Adjunct… More

Patrick Holt Associate Professor

Patrick Holt is an Associate Professor at the University of Arizona School of Theatre, Film, & Television. His work has been seen at The Guthrie Theater, The Kansas… More

Film & Television Production

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

Theatre Studies

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

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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 👏🎉👏

Further to previous comment: The linked "Wrap" article includes "The school is also upgrading its L.A. facilities." We have L.A. facilities now? 😲

In a new feature story for azcentral, TFTV Asst. Professor Orquidea Morales talks about how her passion for the horror film genre - both as a fan and as an academic - grew from watching scary Hollywood movies dubbed in Spanish and listening to eerie Mexican folk tales as a young person. “Horror cinema tells us a lot of truth,” Morales said. “It helps us deal with fears that we don’t know how to process otherwise.”

While Morales notes the disparity in Latina representation on the screen, she is optimistic for the future, particularly with the rise of new horror queens like Jenna Ortega, who currently stars in 'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice' and had a leading role in the last two 'Scream' franchise films. Don’t miss Morales’ upcoming feature on Ortega on an upcoming episode of her Monstras Podcast, which she co-hosts with fellow horror fan Brenda Salguero. Read more here: www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/arizona-people/2024/10/27/u-of-a-professor-wants-everyone-to-have-a-stake-in-scary-movies/75419016007/ ... See MoreSee Less

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In a new feature story for azcentral, TFTV Asst. Professor Orquidea Morales talks about how her passion for the horror film genre - both as a fan and as an academic - grew from watching scary Hollywood movies dubbed in Spanish and listening to eerie Mexican folk tales as a young person. “Horror cinema tells us a lot of truth,” Morales said. “It helps us deal with fears that we don’t know how to process otherwise.” While Morales notes the disparity in Latina representation on the screen, she is optimistic for the future, particularly with the rise of new horror queens like Jenna Ortega, who currently stars in Beetlejuice Beetlejuice and had a leading role in the last two Scream franchise films. Don’t miss Morales’ upcoming feature on Ortega on an upcoming episode of her Monstras Podcast, which she co-hosts with fellow horror fan Brenda Salguero. Read more here: https://www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/arizona-people/2024/10/27/u-of-a-professor-wants-everyone-to-have-a-stake-in-scary-movies/75419016007/
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Congratulations to the entire cast, crew, musicians, and designers of Bright Star on a stellar review from BroadwayWorld's Zach Wetzel! 🌟

We are headed into the final weekend of performances - don't miss this "joyous and rousing production!" Secure your tickets now at am.ticketmaster.com/uacfa/buy/Brightstar

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Scenic Design by Irene Nguyen. Costume Design by Patrick Holt. Lighting Design by Christopher Mason. Sound Design by Matt Marcus. Technical Direction by Collin Brownell. Stage Managed by Mesa Winder. Intimacy Choreography by Christie Kerr. Dialect Coaching by David Morden. Music Direction by Jamie Reed. Directed and Choreographed by Christie Kerr. ... See MoreSee Less

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Congratulations to the entire cast, crew, musicians, and designers of Bright Star on a stellar review from BroadwayWorlds Zach Wetzel! 🌟 We are headed into the final weekend of performances - dont miss this joyous and rousing production! Secure your tickets now at am.ticketmaster.com/uacfa/buy/Brightstar Photos by Tim Fuller. Scenic Design by Irene Nguyen. Costume Design by Patrick Holt. Lighting Design by Christopher Mason. Sound Design by Matt Marcus. Technical Direction by Collin Brownell. Stage Managed by Mesa Winder. Intimacy Choreography by Christie Kerr. Dialect Coaching by David Morden. Music Direction by Jamie Reed. Directed and Choreographed by Christie Kerr.Image attachmentImage attachment+Image attachment
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Congratulations to all of you for giving a wonderful farewell performance to are beautiful beloved theatre to where our degrees where built and nurtured! Our dreams were developed here and and allowed to come into their own here and blossom and explore and expand into so much more through the process and program…. And now…. Pooof it’s just a puff of smoke of a new comer’s vapour ( not even the decency of a cigarette smoke)

We saw it Sunday. It's brilliant...acting, singing, choreography, the story!!! This is the 2nd to last season for the U of AZ Musical Theater program. An absolutely terrible decision. Breaks my heart. Catherine Kim! I can't wait to follow you to your professional career!!

These folks acted their asses off. When I read what the story line was….I thought…Well anyways…let me just say I loved it! And I think ending your theater program is a mistake!

Amazing!

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