The two-year, full-time position begins July 1, 2021, and ends June 30, 2023. We are looking for a dynamic and innovative artist with a wide range of interests. The candidate will teach undergraduate students in our major in Performing and Media Arts, which combines theory and practice in film, transmedia, theatre, and dance in unusual and experimental ways.

A new initiative from the Cornell University Department of Performing and Media Arts, the Asian American Studies Program, and the Latina/o Studies Program is enabling students to put into practice what they are reading, discussing, and learning in their classes. The series, “Critical Moves: Performance in Theory & Movement,” provides students and community members the opportunity to engage and participate in hands-on workshops with scholars and practitioners.

PMA is honored to join theatres across the nation to spread the word about Berkeley Rep’s YouTube radio production of Sinclair Lewis’ novel “It Can’t Happen Here.” Written in 1935 during the rise of fascism in Europe, Lewis’ darkly satirical “It Can’t Happen Here” follows the ascent of a demagogue who becomes President of the United States by promising to return the country to greatness. The audio drama is being offered free to organizations across the country. The intent for the project is to encourage dialogue and motivate citizens to exercise their civic power and vote.

The Neo-Futurists' "45 Plays for America’s First Ladies," which satirizes 231 years of FLOTUS, is a New York Times critic's pick. Jorge Silva ‘12 is managing director of The Neo-Futurists in Chicago and is production manager of "45 Plays for America’s First Ladies."