California Institute of the Arts

Through artistic practice, we transform ourselves, each other, and the world.

  • Top 5 Fine Arts Schools

    U.S. News and World Report

  • #1 Student Fulbright producer

    Among four-year special-focus institutions

  • Top 25 Best art and design university in the world

    QS world university rankings

While the foundation of a CalArts education is rooted in rigorous artmaking, critical thinking, and faculty mentorship, there’s a little magic that happens in our multidisciplinary environment that sets us apart from our peers. 

The CalArts Way

Our inclusive community has a nearly indescribable energy, drawing from the vibrant interpersonal creative exchanges among students and faculty.

Dancers perform during Latin Fest in CalArts Main Gallery
  • Performance School of Theater

    Written by: Georg Buchner, Translated by: Robert Auletta and Directed by: Hunter Mahmoud Abal

    Thu, May 1 / 8:00 PM - Fri, May 9 / 11:00 PM

    CalArts Campus

  • Other School of Theater

    Experience the extraordinary work of the School of Theater's student artists, designers, and technicians in live…

    Tue, May 6 / 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

    CalArts Campus

  • Screening School of Film/Video

    Join us for the 2025 CalArts Character Animation Producers' Show, featuring a selection of films…

    Tue, May 6 / 6:30 PM

    Off Campus

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