Visiting Filmmakers Series: Heather Lanza Masterclass recording

Heather Lanza visited George Mason on September 9, 2025. Her Masterclass is available at Mason Arts Amplified.

This recording is free and password-protected.

In this recording, Heather Lanza shares insights from her career in animation production, covering the producer’s role and leadership in production management. With credits at Disney and DreamWorks on films like Bolt, Tangled, The Boss Baby, and Puss in Boots: The Last Wish, Heather brings deep industry experience. The Masterclass is hosted by Mel Jones, a producer, director, and writer known for Dear White People, Burning Sands, and Really Love.

Presented by the Visiting Filmmakers Series and supported by Mason’s arts and humanities departments, this event offers a unique look into professional storytelling and animation.

See details about our September event here.

October 24, 2025

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