Department of Film, Communication, and Performing Arts at Clayton State

06/02/2026

🎶 Join us for the Mu Phi Musicale! 🎶

Experience an inspiring afternoon of music celebrating Mu Phi Epsilon composers. This program features works by Amy Beach and Carrie Jacobs-Bond, alongside beautiful selections by Mabel Daniels and Beatrice MacGowan Scott.

✨ Performed by Clayton State students and alumni, this concert highlights artistry, scholarship, and the rich legacy of Mu Phi Epsilon composers.

📍 Clayton State University, Carnes Hall for Music, Room 157
📅 Saturday, June 6
⏰ 3:00 PM

Bring a friend and enjoy an afternoon of outstanding music and meaningful discovery.

06/02/2026

With a heavy heart, we must share the news of the passing of Clayton State alumna, Kaitlyn Forrester. Kaitlyn received her BA in Music in 2018, and her Masters in Liberal Studies in 2023. She will be deeply missed by family and friends and all who knew her. Please see information for her memorial service below. Take care, everyone.

Wednesday, June 3rd, 1p.m.
Morningside Presbyterian Church
1411 North Morningside Drive
Atlanta, Georgia 30306

05/15/2026

🎬 Just another day in Dr. Bulloch’s Cinematography class—where students don’t just study camera movement, they do it. From dolly shots to car mounts, hands-on learning puts storytelling in motion. This is how future filmmakers get started. 🎥✨

05/14/2026

Stage & Screen alum Anissa Matlock is building a bold, creative career in TV and film in Atlanta. A BA in Theatre grad, Anissa has appeared in James Gunn's "Peacemaker" (Season 2), "Mayfair," and "The Power," while also carving out space as an independent writer and director with a sharp voice in horror and dark comedy.

In her YouTube profile, Anissa shares how her theatre training helped her find her voice, build confidence, and master collaboration—plus real talk on mentorship, character work, hustling after graduation, and her latest co-written/co-directed film "The Hunted," an action thriller with a supernatural twist and a powerful social message.

Her advice? Go all in. Keep learning. Make your own work. Support the arts.

🎥 Watch the full video (link in bio and below) to see how a foundation in theatre can lead to a dynamic, meaningful career.

https://youtu.be/wz71qa3LtLs?si=vocFkpvqgAmY9iEF

05/12/2026

More photos from the South Metro Film Expo!

It was a night of powerful stories and great conversations. 🎥✨

The discussion after the films featured thoughtful and inspiring exchanges with our directors and student composers! Thank you to everyone who came out!

Grateful for a night of cinema and community in beautiful Spivey Hall—where every voice added to the experience. 🎬💬

Thx to for the photos!

05/08/2026

Lights, camera, celebration 🎬✨

A few photos from the red carpet and reception. The South Metro Film Expo was a night to remember.

Grateful for every moment, every conversation, and every creative voice that filled the room. 🎥❤️

More photos to come. Thank you to for the photos!

05/08/2026

Thank you to Spivey Hall Education for featuring our wonderful Film Professor, José Acosta!

05/05/2026

🎶🎬 When music becomes the story.

Meet one of our incredible music students, Marcus Wade, whose original score brings powerful emotion and style to the screen—featured in "My Life is an Anime" and "The Hour," with additional music in "Possibilities."

Tonight, these films (and more) come to life at the South Metro Film Expo where sound and story collide. Come experience how a student composer shapes worlds, moments, and meaning—one note at a time.

✨ Film. Music. Magic. �🎟️ Screening tonight.

🎵🎥

04/24/2026

Stage & Screen alum Anissa Matlock is building a bold, creative career in TV and film right here in Atlanta. A BA in Theatre grad, Anissa has appeared in "Peacemaker" (Season 2), "Mayfair," and "The Power," while also carving out space as an independent writer and director with a sharp voice in horror and dark comedy.

In her YouTube profile, Anissa shares how her theatre training helped her find her voice, build confidence, and master collaboration—plus real talk on mentorship, character work, hustling after graduation, and her latest co-written/co-directed film "The Hunted," an action thriller with a supernatural twist and a powerful social message.

Her advice? Go all in. Keep learning. Make your own work. Support the arts.

🎥 Watch the full video to see how a foundation in Stage and Screen can lead to a dynamic, meaningful career.

https://youtu.be/wz71qa3LtLs

Anissa Matlock, Theatre alum, Clayton State University.

04/24/2026

✨ Opening Night energy ✨

The house was buzzing and “The Pulse Between Us” officially came to life. Thank you to everyone who joined us for an unforgettable opening night at The Crescent Theatre ❤️

There’s still time to catch this powerful, contemporary love story inspired by Romeo & Juliet—don’t miss your chance!

🎭 Remaining Performances:
📅 4/24 @ 7:30 PM
📅 4/25 @ 2:30 PM
📅 4/30 @ 7:30 PM
📅 5/1 @ 7:30 PM
📅 5/2 @ 2:30 PM

🎟 Tickets: $10 / $12 at the box office
🎓 Students & faculty free with Laker ID