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New Directions Festival

April 3, 2025 to April 13, 2025

Venue: Tornabene Theatre

New directions, new voices. Annual festival of new works by BA students.

Single tickets on sale now.

Date	Time	Notes
Thursday, Apr. 3, 2025	7:30pm	Opening Night
Friday, Apr. 4, 2025	7:30pm
Saturday, Apr. 5, 2025	7:30pm
Sunday, Apr. 6, 2025	1:30pm
Friday, Apr. 11, 2025	7:30pm	Post-Show Discussion
Saturday, Apr. 12, 2025	1:30pm
Saturday, Apr. 12, 2025	7:30pm
Sunday, Apr. 13, 2025	1:30pm

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TFTV alum and rising filmmaker Diana Cadena (BA, ’21) has won a Regional Emmy® for her work on the Arizona Public Media documentary JOHN IS COLORBLIND! She also earned a nomination for a second Emmy® for NAVAJO WEAVERS.

JOHN IS COLORBLIND follows five individuals using corrective glasses that allow them to see colors that they never detected before. Cadena was a videographer on the film alongside Bob Lindberg and Eryka Dellenbach. The film was produced by Cáit NíSíomón, edited by Danny Sax, with graphics from John DeSoto.

“This is only the start of my career, and this Emmy is a reminder that there is more work to be done,” Diana said.

“I am proud of the achievements I’ve had as a Latina woman in film and so very thankful to every kind soul who has helped me along the way.”

Congratulations and Bear Down, Diana!

Read more about Diana’s journey since graduation: tftv.arizona.edu/news/tftv-alum-diana-cadena-wins-regional-emmy-for-her-work-on-azpm-documentary-.... ... See MoreSee Less

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This weekend we begin previews for Anton Chekhov’s brilliant, tragic play, UNCLE VANYA. Examining the troubles of country life in Russia during the late 19th century, this deeply emotional drama resonates to this day.

‘Uncle Vanya’ will have performances from Nov. 21 - Dec. 8, with preview performances on Nov. 17 and 20 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.

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TFTV alumni Justin Martinez (BFA, ’04) and Ben Turner (BFA ’03) are the creative talents behind LIVE AND LET DIVE, a nail-biting segment of V/H/S BEYOND, the horror anthology that drew rave reviews at this year’s Fantastic Fest. V/H/S BEYOND is the latest installment of the storied V/H/S horror series, which launched in 2012 and has since attracted a worldwide fan base and features the work of top horror filmmakers. Watch V/H/S Beyond now on Shudder!

Described as “a rollercoaster ride of tension, revulsion, and unrelenting suspense that must be seen to be believed” (MovieFreak), LIVE AND LET DIVE tells the story of a birthday skydiving trip that goes horribly wrong. TFTV recently caught up with the filmmakers.

“I’m so grateful to our professors like Michael Mulcahy for exposing us to experimental films such as PRINT GENERATION, and Beverly Seckinger for showing us the deeply personal nature of documentary film,” reflected Ben. “My little ‘James Cameron or bust’ mind was expanded thanks to them ... While I value everything I learned at TFTV, I’d say the most important is the value of relationships. I feel so fortunate to have connected with such an exceptional group of people during my time at Arizona. Many of them continue to be dear friends, and in Justin’s case, an otherworldly creative collaborator.”

Read more about the trajectory of the film from conception to distribution and Justin and Ben’s connection to the V/H/S franchise: tftv.arizona.edu/news/tftv-alumni-filmmakers-justin-martinez-and-ben-turner-debut-latest-instalme... ... See MoreSee Less

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At the age of 10, when Justin (instagram: @justin_s_martinez) picked up our big, bulky VHS camera and created his 1st collaboration of comic and monster skit (overwriting 1 of my movies), he was destined to blossom into his dream of becoming a director. I’m very proud of my son, and the young man, dedicated husband, and loving father he has become.

University of Arizona School of Theatre, Film & Television ranked No. 9 film school in the nation.

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UA School of Theatre, Film & Television moves up 15 spots to No. 9 on The Wrap's list of 50 Top Film Schools in the country; it's No. 2 for

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TONIGHT

Join us for LONG-TERM DELIGHT ✨

Devised by an ensemble of seven young artists, LONG-TERM DELIGHT is an unexpected mashup of love and questioning inspired by Charles Mee’s FALLING AND LOVING.

Long-Term Delight will have performances from Nov. 7 - 10 in the Tornabene Theatre. Visit tickets.arizona.edu for tickets.

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

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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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Imagine how much higher we'd be with a proper soundstage.

Congratulations 👏🎉👏