Welcome

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

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News

TFTV alumni come together to create Tucson film, ‘Over Again’

Jeff Brack, a BFA graduate of TFTV’s Film & Television program, recently completed a new short film entitled Over Again. Filmed in downtown Tucson at the Century Room… More

TFTV expands to Los Angeles with Film Independent partnership

The University of Arizona School of Theatre, Film & Television has launched Film & Television Los Angeles, a Los Angeles outpost that will provide access and opportunities for students and alumni in… More

Daily Wildcat: Student Filmmakers prepare for Magic Hour

On Saturday, March 22, at White Stallion Ranch, between 15 and 20 filmmakers from the University of Arizona gathered to film two grown men in chicken suits battling.… More

Featured Faculty

Elaine Romero Associate Professor

Playwright Elaine Romero once passed out ham sandwiches with Mother Teresa in Paris. She loves to write in coffee shops and claims that most of her plays “begin… 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

Christie Kerr Associate Professor

Christie Kerr is an Associate Professor and head of the Acting/Musical Theatre program at the University of Arizona and Artistic Director of Arizona Repertory Theatre. Prior to this,… 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

Take a virtual tour of the University of Arizona

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