Film Screening - HUZ: Drawn to Life

Name: Film Screening - HUZ: Drawn to Life
Start: 2026-10-01T18:00:00-07:00
End: 2026-10-01T20:45:00-07:00
Location: UNLV Dolby-Atmos Theatre (FDH-109), University of Nevada, Las Vegas

Schedule

Thu Oct 01 2026 at 06:00 pm to 08:45 pm

UTC-07:00

Location

UNLV Dolby-Atmos Theatre (FDH-109), University of Nevada, Las Vegas | Las Vegas, NV

A new film celebrating the life and career of Ron Husband (UNLV Art '73), Disney's first Black Animator.
About this Event

An intimate portrait of artist Ron Husband, who broke barriers as the first Black animator at Walt Disney Animation Studios. Husband entered Disney’s rigorous training program in the 1970s, navigating high-pressure reviews, a life-threatening brain tumor, and vital contribution to animated classics. HUZ: Drawn to Life is a celebration of perseverance, faith, and the enduring power of mentorship.

Reception: 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Screening: 7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Q & A with Ron Husband and Film Director Don Hahn: 8:00 p.m.-8:45 p.m.

Presented Courtesy of Don Hahn and UNLV Cinematic Arts.