Projects & Participation Kick-off
Wednesday, Jan. 21, 7:30pm, Kiplinger Theatre
Join us for a general information session where you can explore various ways to participate in PMA's live and mediated productions. Meet faculty and student directors who will share insights about their projects and casting requirements.
Free and open to the public. Tickets are not required.
Festival 24
Saturday, Jan. 24, 7:30pm, Flex Theatre
Festival 24 features an array of plays written, directed, rehearsed, and performed by students in just 24 hours! Free and open to the public. Tickets are not required.
The Festival 24 team is looking for anyone interested in taking part in this awesome production! No experience is necessary for any role, and this is a great way to get involved with the performing arts on campus! The sign-up form for all positions can be found HERE. All positions are first-come first-served, so don’t wait to fill it out!
Cornell in Los Angeles Information Sessions
Monday, Feb. 2, 5pm, Film Forum
Wednesday, Feb. 4, 5pm, Film Forum
Wednesday, Feb. 11, 5pm, Zoom
Cornell in Los Angeles is a new study away semester open to all Cornell undergraduate students! Spend the Spring 2027 semester in the global entertainment capital, earning Cornell class credits and having signature L.A. experiences offered by the Department of Performing and Media Arts! Join PMA for one of the information sessions to find out more about the program and the applications details. Applications will be accepted April 1-May 1, 2026.
Aster Film Festival
Saturday, Feb. 21, 1pm - 2:30pm: Animated & Narrative Shorts
Saturday, Feb. 21, 3:30pm - 5pm: Narrative Shorts
Sunday, Feb. 22, 1pm - 2:30pm: Documentary & Narrative Shorts
Sunday, Feb. 22, 3:30pm - 5pm: Experimental & Narrative Shorts
Film Forum
Formerly known as the Centrally Isolated Film Festival (CIFF), is organized by the Phi Chapter of Delta Kappa Alpha (DKA). The festival celebrates and connects emerging student filmmakers from the U.S. across various disciplines, including narrative, documentary, animation, and experimental films.
Professional Directions: Kimi Takesue
Carol B Epstein Artist
Wednesday, February 25, 5pm, Film Forum
Free and open to the public. Tickets are not required.
Chats with the Chair
Friday, February 27, 1pm, Room 220
"Chats with the Chair" invites PMA majors, minors, and those interested in the department to join the chair for food and fellowship. Come learn more about the department, give feedback, and talk about everything performing and media arts at Cornell and beyond! Lunch provided!
RSVP by February 25 to pma@cornell.edu.
Professional Directions: Kyle Abraham
Thursday, March 5, 5:30pm – 6:30pm, Zoom
Free and open to the public. Tickets are not required.
Spring Dance Showcase
Friday, March 20, 7:30pm, Get Free Tickets
Saturday, March 21, 2:00pm, Get Free Tickets
Flex Theatre
Chats with the Chair
Friday, April 10, 12pm, Room 220
"Chats with the Chair" invites PMA majors, minors, and those interested in the department to join the chair for food and fellowship. Come learn more about the department, give feedback, and talk about everything performing and media arts at Cornell and beyond! Lunch provided!
RSVP by April 8 to pma@cornell.edu.
Image and Sound
Friday, April 10, 7:30pm
Saturday, April 11, 7:30pm
Kiplinger Theatre
Earth Symposium
Thursday, April 23, Time TBD
Friday, April 24, Time TBD
Saturday, April 25, Time TBD
Location TBD
Honors Thesis Screening
Thursday, May 7, 5pm, Kiplinger Theatre
Student Film Screening
Friday, May 8, 5pm, Kiplinger Theatre
PMA Commencement
Friday, May 22, 2pm-4pm, Kiplinger Theatre