Conservatory Film and Animation

Screenings and festivals showcasing the work of Film and Animation students, as well as filmmakers from across the country, celebrate the very best of the art form.

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The Conservatory of Performing Arts' Film and Animation department unites its student filmmakers with emerging talent and accomplished industry professionals in celebrating the art form. Through screenings, festivals, workshops and awards ceremonies, the season features the talents of our students and engages both them and the public in unparalleled artistic and educational opportunities.

The Pittsburgh Playhouse is proud to serve as a host of these world-class events that continue to launch the careers of aspiring filmmakers and push the film industry forward. This collaboration between the Playhouse and the Film and Animation department exposes audiences to diverse storytelling that fuels creativity and ignites the imagination.

Steel City Emerging Film Festival
September 11-12, 2026 | PNC Theatre

P4 Film and Animation Showcase   
May 6, 2027 | PNC Theatre