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When you look at our School's website you may notice something you won't 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, often provided by notable TFTV alumni working in almost every sector of the entertainment industry, 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. We're proud to be ranked the No. 2 public school in the United States, and the only National Top 10 school located outside of Los Angles, Boston and New York (The Wrap College Issue, 2024). Come join us in the stunning desert southwest 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 University of Arizona School of Theatre, Film, & Television.

 

Brant Pope
Interim Director

National Association of Schools of Theatre URTA

Acting & Musical Theatre

Events

Repertory Theatre

John Proctor is the Villain Venue: Marroney Theatre February 23, 2025 to March 9, 2025

Screening Events

Screening + Q&A with writer/director Maegan Houang Venue: Marroney Theatre March 26, 2025 at 7:00pm

Next Performance Collective

New Directions Festival Venue: Tornabene Theatre April 3, 2025 to April 13, 2025

Design & Technical Production

News

Assoc. Prof. Barbara Selznick’s new book addresses television’s portrayal of the American Dream

Assoc. Professor Barbara Selznick is the author of a new book published this month. In TV’s American Dream: US Television after the Great Recession, Selznick examines the U.S.… More

Asst. Editor Stephanie Silva (’19) talks about her work on upcoming Nicole Kidman-starrer ‘Holland’

Assistant Editor Stephanie Silva (BFA Film & Television ’19) is collecting some high-profile film credits to her name. As well as her assistant editing work on this summer’s… More

A “life-changing” opportunity: students join TFTV’s third annual trip to the Sundance Film Festival

Last month ten senior Film & Television students traveled to Sundance as part of the School of Theatre, Film & Television’s third annual trip to the film festival,… More

Film & Television Producing & Studies

Featured Faculty

Lisanne Skyler Professor

Lisanne Skyler is the writer/director of award-winning short, feature and documentary films that have been selected for Sundance, New York Film Festival, South by Southwest Film Festival, AFI… More

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

Yuri Makino Associate Professor, Associate Dean of Academic and Student Affairs

In 1998, Yuri Makino joined the School of Media Arts, now the School of Theatre, Film & Television where she is an Associate Professor. Currently she is the… 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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This month, TFTV students Kelsie Ramos and Keelin Connolly attended the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival Region 8 (KCACTF) conference in Mesa, AZ where they had the opportunity to present their work, attend workshops, network with industry professionals, and collaborate with fellow theatre artists. The KCACTF is a national theater program involving 18,000 students annually from colleges and universities across the country. Since its inception, KCACTF has given more than 400,000 college theater students the opportunity to have their work critiqued, improve their dramatic skills, and receive national recognition for excellence.

At the event, Kelsie presented a piece of generative dramaturgy completed in Professor Elaine Romero’s dramaturgy class, as well as dramaturged a 10-minute play and devised piece on site at KCACTF. For her work on her submitted piece and contributions to the festival, she received the LMDA Early Dramaturgy Award along with a 1-year membership to the Literary Managers and Dramaturgs of the Americas (LMDA).

Keelin presented her lighting design for Arizona Repertory Theatre’s ‘Uncle Vanya’ to a panel of industry professionals in theatrical design, technology and management, and received the Regional Honorable Mention in Lighting Design award. ... See MoreSee Less

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This month, TFTV students Kelsie Ramos and Keelin Connolly attended the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival Region 8 (KCACTF) conference in Mesa, AZ where they had the opportunity to present their work, attend workshops, network with industry professionals, and collaborate with fellow theatre artists. The KCACTF is a national theater program involving 18,000 students annually from colleges and universities across the country. Since its inception, KCACTF has given more than 400,000 college theater students the opportunity to have their work critiqued, improve their dramatic skills, and receive national recognition for excellence. At the event, Kelsie presented a piece of generative dramaturgy completed in Professor Elaine Romero’s dramaturgy class, as well as dramaturged a 10-minute play and devised piece on site at KCACTF. For her work on her submitted piece and contributions to the festival, she received the LMDA Early Dramaturgy Award along with a 1-year membership to the Literary Managers and Dramaturgs of the Americas (LMDA). Keelin presented her lighting design for Arizona Repertory Theatre’s ‘Uncle Vanya’ to a panel of industry professionals in theatrical design, technology and management, and received the Regional Honorable Mention in Lighting Design award.Image attachmentImage attachment
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THIS WEEK ✨

Join us for John Proctor is the Villain, a bitingly funny new play about five girls running on pop music, optimism, and fury, trying to summon a better future.

Set in 2018, Kimberly Belflower’s play follows a group of Georgia high schoolers as they explore the classic play, THE CRUCIBLE, and navigate issues of love, sex, and scandal.

‘John Proctor is the Villain’ will have performances from Feb. 27 - Mar. 9, with a preview performance on Feb. 26 in the Marroney Theatre. Visit theatre.arizona.edu for tickets.

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

Photos by Julius Schlosburg (@catsphotoshoot).

Scenic Design by Kensey Coleman. Costume Design by Emma Valdiviez. Lighting Design by Nathan Drake. Sound Design by Lexi McNally. Projection Design by Irene Nguyen. Technical Direction by Riley Baheshone and Sean Goebel. Stage Managed by Lynette Bernal and Bree Urspringer Production Stage Manager Mesa Winder. Intimacy Choreography by Christie Kerr. Choreography by Holden Jones. Fight Direction by Brent Gibbs. Directed by Tricia Matthews. ... See MoreSee Less

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THIS WEEK ✨ Join us for John Proctor is the Villain, a bitingly funny new play about five girls running on pop music, optimism, and fury, trying to summon a better future. Set in 2018, Kimberly Belflower’s play follows a group of Georgia high schoolers as they explore the classic play, THE CRUCIBLE, and navigate issues of love, sex, and scandal. ‘John Proctor is the Villain’ will have performances from Feb. 27 - Mar. 9, with a preview performance on Feb. 26 in the Marroney Theatre. Visit theatre.arizona.edu for tickets. FREE TICKETS to this production are available for all college and high school students. For details, visit azart.fyi/freetftvtix. Photos by Julius Schlosburg (@catsphotoshoot). Scenic Design by Kensey Coleman. Costume Design by Emma Valdiviez. Lighting Design by Nathan Drake. Sound Design by Lexi McNally. Projection Design by Irene Nguyen. Technical Direction by Riley Baheshone and Sean Goebel. Stage Managed by Lynette Bernal and Bree Urspringer Production Stage Manager Mesa Winder. Intimacy Choreography by Christie Kerr. Choreography by Holden Jones. Fight Direction by Brent Gibbs. Directed by Tricia Matthews.Image attachmentImage attachment+Image attachment
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Just in time for Valentine’s Day, we’re thrilled to announce that LOVESICK, written and directed by Mira Pike, has been chosen from 3,000 submissions as an official selection of Femtasia Fest 2025! Mira’s film, a horror story about female obsession and desire starring Alyssa DiRaimondo and Max Murray, premiered at I Dream in Widescreen in 2024.

Femtasia’s mission is to empower, educate, influence, and mobilize femme filmmakers and artists in the underground multi-media scene. “I’m so happy to be a part of this festival,” says Mira, who plans on continuing to tell women-centered stories that push boundaries. “Lovesick is something I’m so proud of and Femtasia is such a perfect fit for it. I would like to thank everyone who worked on the film. It couldn’t have been made without you.”

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Just in time for Valentine’s Day, we’re thrilled to announce that LOVESICK, written and directed by Mira Pike, has been chosen from 3,000 submissions as an official selection of Femtasia Fest 2025! Mira’s film, a horror story about female obsession and desire starring Alyssa DiRaimondo and Max Murray, premiered at I Dream in Widescreen in 2024. Femtasia’s mission is to empower, educate, influence, and mobilize femme filmmakers and artists in the underground multi-media scene. “I’m so happy to be a part of this festival,” says Mira, who plans on continuing to tell women-centered stories that push boundaries. “Lovesick is something I’m so proud of and Femtasia is such a perfect fit for it. I would like to thank everyone who worked on the film. It couldn’t have been made without you.” Congratulations to Mira and the entire LOVESICK cast and crew! ❤️
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That is fantastic news! Congratulations!

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