Renowned Conservatory Establishes School of Theatre, Film and Animation
As an educational leader in arts and entertainment, Point Park University's Conservatory of Performing Arts is home to the new School of Theatre, Film and Animation. Establishing this school offers students more opportunities to focus on their core areas of interest and adapts to industry needs.
"Creating the School of Theatre, Film and Animation allows us to cultivate multifaceted artists and develop dynamic projects for the audiences of tomorrow.”
School of Theatre, Film and Animation Leadership
Kiesha Lalama
Executive Producer, Pittsburgh Playhouse
Departments and Majors
The School of Theatre, Film and Animation offers undergraduate and graduate programs and is comprised of two departments:
Department of Film and Animation
Point Park’s premier film and animation programs are designed for a new generation of storytellers. Through hands-on, interactive learning, students are completely immersed in their studies from day one. Classes in the Department of Film and Animation are taught by award-winning industry professionals, in a real-world environment with state-of-the-art facilities and equipment.
Degree offerings include:
- B.F.A. Animation
- B.F.A. Cinema Production
- B.F.A. Screenwriting
- B.A. Cinema Arts
- M.F.A. Screenwriting and Playwriting
Department of Theatre
Whether you see yourself performing on Broadway, acting in Hollywood, founding an innovative theatre company, stage-managing a world premiere or creating designs with new technology, Point Park's Department of Theatre can help you realize your dreams.
Degree offerings include:
- B.F.A. Acting
- B.F.A. Musical Theatre
- B.F.A. Theatre Arts
- B.F.A. Theatre Production
Minors
Various minors are also available to School of Theatre, Film and Animation students within the Conservatory of Performing Arts.
Fast-Track Master's Programs
Students interested in expanding their career options in the business or communication fields can explore our fast-track master's programs:
- B.F.A. degree and an M.A. in public relations, advertising and social media in as little as 4 years
- B.F.A. degree and an MBA in 4 years plus one additional semester in the summer
Message from Interim Dean Kiesha Lalama
Welcome to a new era of artistic exploration and discovery! I am honored to serve as the interim dean of the School of Theatre, Film and Animation and executive producer of the Pittsburgh Playhouse at Point Park University — downtown's premiere destination for arts and entertainment.
Our mission remains steadfast: to transform lives through art that captivates, enriches, enlightens and entertains. We envision rising above the competition by offering a nurturing and vibrant space where new ideas can flourish.
Our passionate faculty and staff are dedicated to fostering collaboration and encouraging creative risk-taking while embracing the complexities of storytelling, art making and design. Together, we create meaningful connections through shared experiences allowing artistic innovation and education to thrive.
As a leading, arts-forward university, we recognize the vital role the arts play in enriching humanity. We are committed to advancing our students' development, while simultaneously driving the progress of the entertainment industry. We aim to cultivate versatile artists with authentic voices, who will emerge as dynamic leaders in tomorrow’s creative world.