Directing for Theatre, Film and Television Certificate
Division: Visual and Performing Arts
PROGRAM CODE: 2C44942
The Directing for Theatre, Film and Television Certificate is designed to prepare the student for entry-level technical production and directing competency in the field of Theatre, Film and Television leading to specific areas of employment in theatre, film, television, theme parks, cruise ships and education. Related career opportunities include, but are not limited to, directing for stage, dramaturgy, theatre for young audiences, independent shorts and features, music videos, multi-camera television, single camera television and film, animation, documentary theatre and film. This certificate requires a total of 21-29 units. A grade of C or better is required in each course taken.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses (19 units): | ||
| THEA 100 F | Introduction to the Theatre | 3 |
| THEA 106 F | Beginning Principles of Playwriting | 3 |
| THEA 180 F | Beginning Principles of Acting | 3 |
| THEA 222 F | Acting for the Camera | 3 |
| THEA 225 F | Stage Directing | 3 |
| THEA 275 F | Advanced Directing | 4 |
| Required Technical Theatre Corequisites (1.5-7 units): | 1.5-7 | |
| The student must complete THEA 153 F and at least one additional course from the following list. | ||
| Introduction to Stage Crew Activity (formerly THEA 149 F) | 0.5-3 | |
| ---------- AND ---------- | ||
| Beginning Theatre Workshop | 3 | |
| Intermediate Theatre Workshop | 2-3 | |
| Beginning Theatre Practicum (formerly THEA 133 F) | 3 | |
| Introduction to Technical Theatre | 4 | |
| Stagecraft | 4 | |
| Scene Painting | 3 | |
| Introduction to Theatre Crafts Lab (formerly THEA 142 F) | 1-2 | |
| Properties: Design and Construction | 3 | |
| Beginning Theatre Crafts Lab | 1-2 | |
| Introduction to Sound Technology | 3 | |
| Sound Reinforcement Techniques | 2 | |
| Beginning Theatrical Lighting (formerly THEA 144 F) | 3 | |
| Survey of Theatrical Costuming (formerly THEA 145 F) | 3 | |
| Stage Makeup (formerly THEA 147AF) | 3 | |
| Theatre Management | 2 | |
| Stage Management | 3 | |
| Restricted Electives - Select one course (0.5-3 units): | 0.5-3 | |
| Musical Theatre History | 3 | |
| Multicultural Perspectives in American Theatre | 3 | |
| Improvisation for Television, Film and Theatre | 2 | |
| Resident Theatre Company | 0.5-3 | |
| Beginning Playwright's Practicum | 0.5-3 | |
| Beginning Director's Practicum | 0.5-3 | |
| Intermediate Playwright's Practicum | 0.5-3 | |
| Intermediate Director's Practicum | 0.5-3 | |
| Total Units | 21-29 | |
Program Level Student Learning Outcomes
Outcome 1: Analyze and distinguish professional roles in theatre, film, and television industries to identify employment opportunities.
Outcome 2: Choose, analyze, rehearse, cast and direct actors in theatrical, cinematic or multi-cam scene texts for the purpose of presentation
Outcome 3: Analyze and evaluate scripts for theatrical, film and television for the purpose of creating culturally responsive storytelling.
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