PSFA STORIES
PSFA Stories is a round-up of curated links, as well as articles about the SDSU College of Professional Studies and Fine Arts written by the PSFA Communications Team and student interns building their portfolios.
“When She Became The Moon” explores grief and cultural heritage through the power of female friendships
Feb 23The all-female cast presents a story full of girlhood, horror, humor and cultural identity through a coming-of-age production held at SDSU
Union Tribune: Local playwright Mabelle Reynoso's new play at SDSU
Feb 20Playwright/storyteller Mabelle Reynoso, who’s also a lecturer at San Diego State University’s School of Theatre, Television, and Filmbegins 2026 with her “When She Became the Moon,” opening Friday on SDSU’s Prebys Stage in the university’s Performing Arts District.
From Cold Emails to the NBC Lot: How Isabella Gaeta (‘26) landed her dream internship with NBCUniversal
Feb 11Through persistence and preparation, the SDSU fourth-year secured a competitive NBCUniversal internship focused on advancing underrepresented voices in television
SDSU student filmmakers shine on the big screen at the fall Emerging Filmmakers Showcase
Feb 4Television, Film, and New Media student filmmakers showcased creativity, collaboration, and technical skill through personal narratives and community-centered documentaries.
San Diego State’s fast-growing theater program charging ahead with new campus, programs
Feb 3Undergrad and graduate programs are mentoring this region's next generation of actors, directors and designers
Daily Aztec: SDSU Comedy Club’s “Christmas Peril”: The night they killed Santa and saved Christmas
Dec 1The original, student-made musical brings demons, music and holiday chaos to the stage
School of Theatre, Television, and Film Welcomes Back Industry Leader Paul Haas
Nov 26WME partner Paul Haas returns to campus to share insights from his career in global talent representation. He will offer students advice on ambition, networking, and a perspective on the entertainment industry.
“Merrily We Roll Along” in concert brings Sondheim to SDSU
Oct 8Featuring the SDSU Jazz Ensemble, this concert staging of "Merrily We Roll Along" will take audiences on a reflective journey backward through two decades of dreams and choices.
SDSU Student Film “YEUX” Selected for National PBS Broadcast
Oct 2The documentary on queer identity and self-expression airs nationally on PBS Oct. 22
Forbes: Despite Emmy Wins, New Study Reveals Persistent Age Bias Against Women In Hollywood
Sep 25A report by Martha Lauzen, executive director of the Center for the Study of Women in Television and Film found that once actors hit 40, men were far more likely to get roles than women.
Alumni Spotlight, Johamy Morales (‘06)
Sep 17Johamy Morales (‘06) has been named the Artistic Director at Seattle Children’s Theatre, one of the nation’s most prestigious theatres for young audiences
SDSU School of Theatre, Television, and Film Welcomes Jubilate Cox
Sep 17With a fine arts background and an interest in storytelling through space, Jubilate brings over a decade of professional experience to her position.
Alumna Brings Her Theatre Roots Full Circle
Jun 5From working on Broadway to directing SDSU’s production of "Rent," alumna Courtney Corey ('23) shares how the lessons she learned as a student continue to influence her career today.
Video: SD Fringe Festival Goes to the Movies at SDSU
May 22San Diego International Fringe Festival adds film to its lineup with the debut of the SDSU Emerging Filmmakers Showcase, spotlighting student talent and expanding to a new campus venue.
Eight actors, one Hamlet: How SDSU Theatre’s portrayal of ‘Hamlet’ seeks to explore family trauma, identity and a fragmented mind
Apr 22The iconic Shakespearean tragedy Hamlet is known for its tortured main character. SDSU Theater challenges the role with eight female led versions of the doomed prince
SDSU New Musical Initiative responds to gift of SERIES9 Lavalier Microphones from Point Source Audio
Feb 25Paul Peterson Lecturer-Sound Design & Technology was recently featured in a Point-Source Audio article talking about how their donation of microphones aided the SDSU production of "In A Sunshine State".
NBC: The age-gap is taking over the big screen this year
Jan 6Several buzzy films have explored relationships between women and younger men. Martha Lauzen, founder of SDSU’s Center for the Study of Women in Television and Film, shares her insights with NBC's Saba Hamedy on why this trend is gaining traction.
Variety: Women Directed Just 16% of 2024’s Top 250 Grossing Movies; New Report Faults Hollywood for Lack of Progress
Jan 6Women accounted for just 16% of directors working on the 250 highest-grossing domestic releases, according to new research from the Center for the Study of Women in Television and Film at San Diego State University.
Broadway’s Josh Walden directs SDSU’s musical production of “A New Brain”
Dec 4The Broadway performer, director, and visiting artist brings this sardonic and comic musical to life on the Prebys Stage
Outstanding Student: Isabel Adamos, School of Theatre, Television, and Film
May 6Isabel Adamos has been selected as the Outstanding Graduate for the School of Theatre, Television, and Film, in the Television, Film, and New Media program.





















