The Art of Film

Arizona Arts presents a variety of film festivals and film events. Led by a stellar faculty, the School of Theatre, Film & Television offers annual student showcases, “I Dream in Widescreen,” “What’s Up, Docs,” and “Magic Hour,” along with programs, lecture series and filmmaker talkbacks from the Hanson FilmTV Institute.

Jocelyn Markeson: A Classroom Trailblazer

Jocelyn Markeson: A Classroom TrailblazerLEARN MORE

Jocelyn Markeson has been selected as the “Outstanding Senior” by the School of Theatre, Film & Television and College of Fine Arts.

Jocelyn Markeson has been selected as the “Outstanding

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Jocelyn Markeson: A Classroom Trailblazer

Unlock your Arizona Arts experience at little or no cost

Unlock your Arizona Arts experience at little or no costLEARN MORE

Did you know that as a University of Arizona student, you have access to incredible arts events, often at little to no cost?

Did you know that as a University of Arizona student, you

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Unlock your Arizona Arts experience at little or no cost

Fall Arts Preview 2024 from Arizona Arts

Fall Arts Preview 2024 from Arizona ArtsLEARN MORE

Arizona Arts presents a 2024 fall semester of experiences to engage audiences on campus at the University of Arizona and in the community.

Arizona Arts presents a 2024 fall semester of experiences

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Fall Arts Preview 2024 from Arizona Arts

Romero, Skyler selected for Udall Center Fellows cohort

Romero, Skyler selected for Udall Center Fellows cohortLEARN MORE

School of Theatre, Film & Television faculty Elaine Romero and Lisanne Skyler were selected for the 2024-25 Udall Center Fellows cohort. 

School of Theatre, Film & Television faculty Elaine Romero

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Romero, Skyler selected for Udall Center Fellows cohort

Online film students, the Bomar brothers, make 'American Gothic'

Online film students, the Bomar brothers, make 'American Gothic'LEARN MORE

Grant and Dean Bomar, aspiring filmmakers, are taking their first steps toward becoming the next Coen Brothers through the Film & Television BA program at Arizona

Grant and Dean Bomar, aspiring filmmakers, are taking

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Online film students, the Bomar brothers, make 'American Gothic'

Arizona Arts at TEDxUArizona 2023

Arizona Arts at TEDxUArizona 2023LEARN MORE

Arizona Arts was well represented at TEDxUArizona: Spirit of Wonder on Nov. 1 at Centennial Hall. Now you can watch all of the talks here.

Arizona Arts was well represented at TEDxUArizona: Spirit

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Arizona Arts at TEDxUArizona 2023

After a successful career, student finds Arizona Online

After a successful career, student finds Arizona OnlineLEARN MORE

After 24 years in TV news, Lori Bentley Law decided to make a change. She found the Digital Arts and Practices degree on Arizona Online.

After 24 years in TV news, Lori Bentley Law decided to make

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After a successful career, student finds Arizona Online

Medici Mondays: Adi Beckman

Medici Mondays: Adi BeckmanLEARN MORE

Adi Beckman interned at NBC on the Universal Studios backlot working in development for Peacock and NBC Broadcast, thanks to the support from the College of Fine Arts Medici

Adi Beckman interned at NBC on the Universal Studios

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Medici Mondays: Adi Beckman

TFTV faculty selected for Udall Center Fellows program

TFTV faculty selected for Udall Center Fellows programLEARN MORE

Film faculty Yuri Makino and Michael Mulcahy were selected for Udall Center Fellows program to support films on healthcare and climate change.

Film faculty Yuri Makino and Michael Mulcahy were

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TFTV faculty selected for Udall Center Fellows program

Senior's documentary 'brings Tucson's water story to life'

Senior's documentary 'brings Tucson's water story to life'LEARN MORE

When Tia Stephens needed a local issue to explore for her honors capstone documentary film project, the School of Art graduating senior picked a topic we sometimes take

When Tia Stephens needed a local issue to

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Senior's documentary 'brings Tucson's water story to life'

"Missing in Brooks County" nominated for a Peabody Award

"Missing in Brooks County" nominated for a Peabody AwardLEARN MORE

The film, "Missing in Brooks County," earned a nomination for a Peabody Award in the documentary category, it was announced April 11.

The film, "Missing in Brooks County," earned a nomination

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Mulcahy, Serafim receive RII production seed grants

Mulcahy, Serafim receive RII production seed grantsLEARN MORE

Arts faculty Michael Mulcahy and Marcos Serafim received 2022-23 Production Grants from the Office for Research, Innovation and Impact.

Arts faculty Michael Mulcahy and Marcos Serafim received

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Mulcahy, Serafim receive RII production seed grants

Panama inspires grad student Arias in her art, filmmaking

Panama inspires grad student Arias in her art, filmmakingLEARN MORE

Born in Costa Rica, Jacqueline Arias was adopted by American parents and moved to the Panama Canal Zone at age 4. While she only spent three years there before moving

Born in Costa Rica, Jacqueline Arias was adopted

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Panama inspires grad student Arias in her art, filmmaking

Arizona film alumna hired by George Lucas' Edutopia

Arizona film alumna hired by George Lucas' EdutopiaLEARN MORE

Arizona film alumna Roxanna Denise Stevens Ibarra was selected as the inaugural Video Production Fellow at George Lucas' Edutopia.

Arizona film alumna Roxanna Denise Stevens Ibarra was

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Arizona film alumna hired by George Lucas' Edutopia

Arizona Arts Signature Series highlights October events

Arizona Arts Signature Series highlights October eventsLEARN MORE

Arizona Arts is proud to present the Arizona Arts Signature Series, highlighting programs from Family Weekend to Homecoming this October.

Arizona Arts is proud to present the Arizona Arts Signature

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Arizona Arts Signature Series highlights October events

Arizona Arts Live Announces 2022-23 Season

Arizona Arts Live Announces 2022-23 SeasonLEARN MORE

Arizona Arts Live launches its second season this fall with the world’s best Grammy-winning performances with Oscar-nominated artists.

Arizona Arts Live launches its second season this fall with

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Arizona Arts Live Announces 2022-23 Season

CFA faculty awarded RII production seed grants

CFA faculty awarded RII production seed grantsLEARN MORE

The University of Arizona Office for Research, Innovation and Impact has awarded its 2022-2023 production seed grants to CFA group projects.

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CFA faculty awarded RII production seed grants
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Taryn Williamson launches 'Fit to Perform'

Taryn Williamson launches 'Fit to Perform'LEARN MORE

Taryn Williamson, a 2024-25 JustArts Fellow, is launching "Fit to Perform," a project promoting inclusivity and body positivity in the arts.

Taryn Williamson, a 2024-25 JustArts Fellow, is launching

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Taryn Williamson launches 'Fit to Perform'

'Medici Mondays' | 2024 Fall Summary

'Medici Mondays' | 2024 Fall SummaryLEARN MORE

Arizona Arts brought the inspiring work of Medici Scholars to life with 18 social posts and web stories in the ‘Medici Mondays’ series.

Arizona Arts brought the inspiring work of Medici Scholars

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'Medici Mondays' | 2024 Fall Summary

Jocelyn Markeson: A Classroom Trailblazer

Jocelyn Markeson: A Classroom TrailblazerLEARN MORE

Jocelyn Markeson has been selected as the “Outstanding Senior” by the School of Theatre, Film & Television and College of Fine Arts.

Jocelyn Markeson has been selected as the “Outstanding

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Jocelyn Markeson: A Classroom Trailblazer

Mo Casorla: Mastering Music and Motion

Mo Casorla: Mastering Music and MotionLEARN MORE

Muhamed “Mo” Casorla was named the “Outstanding Senior” by the University of Arizona School of Music for the 2024 fall semester.

Muhamed “Mo” Casorla was named the “Outstanding

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Mo Casorla: Mastering Music and Motion

Jordan Shomper: Leading through music

Jordan Shomper: Leading through musicLEARN MORE

Jordan Shomper was named the “Outstanding Graduate Student” by the University of Arizona School of Music for the 2024 fall semester.

Jordan Shomper was named the “Outstanding Graduate

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Jordan Shomper: Leading through music

Linda Garcia Escobar: A dynamic, emerging educator

Linda Garcia Escobar: A dynamic, emerging educatorLEARN MORE

Linda Garcia Escobar was named the "Outstanding Senior" by the University of Arizona School of Art for the 2024 fall semester.

Linda Garcia Escobar was named the "Outstanding Senior" by

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Linda Garcia Escobar: A dynamic, emerging educator

Dr. Joan Ashcraft to deliver fall graduation keynote

Dr. Joan Ashcraft to deliver fall graduation keynoteLEARN MORE

Dr. Joan Ashcraft, a three-time graduate of the School of Music, will deliver the keynote address at the CFA Fall Graduation Convocation.

Dr. Joan Ashcraft, a three-time graduate of the School of

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Dr. Joan Ashcraft to deliver fall graduation keynote

Exploring hidden histories through art: Beihua Guo's journey

Exploring hidden histories through art: Beihua Guo's journeyLEARN MORE

From Shanghai to the sweeping landscapes of the American West, Beihua Guo’s journey is as transformative as his art. 

From Shanghai to the sweeping landscapes of the American

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Exploring hidden histories through art: Beihua Guo's journey
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