Theatre Arts Associate in Arts Degree
Division: Fine Arts
PROGRAM CODE: 2A03850
The Theatre Arts Associate in Arts Degree is designed to equip students with basic theatrical knowledge and academic skills that prepare them for either transfer to a four-year academic institution or employment in theatre production, television, film, theme parks, education, and/or management. Career opportunities include acting, design (costume, lighting, makeup, scenic, sound), directing, education, playwriting, stage management, and technicians (lighting, sound, stagehand, and wardrobe). This degree requires a total of 21.5-32 units, in addition to other graduation requirements.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| A. Theatre History and Appreciation (8-10 units). | 8-10 | |
| Required Courses (6 units): | ||
| Select two courses from the following list. | ||
| Introduction to the Theatre | 3 | |
or THEA 104 F | Introduction to Theatre Appreciation | |
or THEA 105 F | Musical Theatre History | |
or THEA 108 F | Multicultural Perspectives in American Theatre | |
| Introduction to Theatre Appreciation | 3 | |
| Musical Theatre History | 3 | |
| Multicultural Perspectives in American Theatre | 3 | |
| Modern Dramatic Literature | 3 | |
| Restricted Electives (2-4 units): | ||
| Select one additional course from the list of Required Courses in Theatre History and Appreciation, or select one course from the following list. | ||
| Honors Creative Arts - Theatre (formerly THEA 196HF) | 3 | |
| Theatre Arts Internship | 2-4 | |
| Theatre Arts Independent Study | 1-3 | |
| B. Applied Theatre (5-6 units). | 5-6 | |
| Required Courses (3 units): | ||
| Select one course from the following list. | ||
| Acting Techniques | 3 | |
| Beginning Principles of Acting | 3 | |
| Restricted Electives (2-3 units): | ||
| Select one course from the following list. | ||
| Beginning Principles of Playwriting | 3 | |
| Movement for Actors | 3 | |
| Improvisation for Television, Film and Theatre | 2 | |
| Oral Interpretation | 3 | |
| Voice for the Actor | 3 | |
| Intermediate Principles of Acting | 3 | |
| Beginning Musical Theatre I (formerly THEA 125 F and THEA 186 F) | 3 | |
| Introduction to Stage Combat | 3 | |
| Acting for the Camera | 3 | |
| Stage Directing | 3 | |
| C. Production (4-6 units). | 4-6 | |
| Required Courses (3 units): | ||
| Select one course from the following list. | ||
| Beginning Theatre Workshop | 3 | |
| Beginning Theatre Practicum (formerly THEA 133 F) | 3 | |
| Beginning Musical Theatre Production | 3 | |
| Restricted Electives (1-3 units): | ||
| Select one course from the following list. | ||
| Intermediate Theatre Workshop | 2-3 | |
| Beginning Resident Theatre Company | 0.5-3 | |
| Resident Theatre Company | 0.5-3 | |
| Touring Theatre Productions: Rehearsal and Performance | 3 | |
| Beginning Musical Theatre Concert Production | 1 | |
| Beginning Playwright's Practicum | 0.5-3 | |
| Beginning Director's Practicum | 0.5-3 | |
| Intermediate Theatre Practicum | 2-3 | |
| Intermediate Musical Theatre Concert Production | 1 | |
| Intermediate Playwright's Practicum | 0.5-3 | |
| Intermediate Director's Practicum | 0.5-3 | |
| Intermediate Musical Theatre Production | 2-3 | |
| D. Technical Theatre (4-8 units). | 4-8 | |
| Required Courses (3-4 units): | ||
| Select one course from the following list. | ||
| Introduction to Technical Theatre | 4 | |
| Stagecraft | 4 | |
| Scene Painting | 3 | |
| Introduction to Sound Technology | 3 | |
| Beginning Theatrical Lighting (formerly THEA 144 F) | 3 | |
| Survey of Theatrical Costuming (formerly THEA 145 F) | 3 | |
| Stage Makeup (formerly THEA 147AF) | 3 | |
| Restricted Electives (1-4 units): | ||
| Select one additional course from the list of Required Courses in Technical Theatre, or one course from the following list. | ||
| Introduction to Advanced Topics in Theatre Technology | 2 | |
| Video and Scenic Projection for the Theatre | 2 | |
| Automated Scenery for the Theatre | 2 | |
| Rigging for the Theatre | 1 | |
| Systems Maintenance and Troubleshooting for Theatre | 2 | |
| Introduction to Theatre Crafts Lab (formerly THEA 142 F) | 1-2 | |
| Properties: Design and Construction | 3 | |
| Sound Reinforcement Techniques | 2 | |
| Sound Design for the Theatre | 2 | |
| Non-sewing Costume Crafts | 2 | |
| Introduction to Costume Design | 3 | |
| Intermediate Makeup and Hair for the Stage | 3 | |
| Costume Construction for the Ancient World Through the 18th Century | 4 | |
| Costume Construction for the Neoclassical Period Through Modern Day | 4 | |
| Beginning Entertainment Drafting | 3 | |
| Theatre Management | 2 | |
| Stage Management | 3 | |
| Entertainment Business | 3 | |
| E. Stage Crew Activity (0.5-2 units). | 0.5-2 | |
| Concurrent enrollment in one of the following courses is required for THEA 146 F, THEA 151 F, THEA 160 F, THEA 162, THEA 170 F, THEA 171 F, THEA 172 F, THEA 180 F, and THEA 184 F. (Select 0.5 units per course selected.) | ||
| Introduction to Stage Crew Activity (formerly THEA 149 F) | 0.5-3 | |
| Beginning Stage Crew Activity | 0.5-3 | |
| Intermediate Stage Crew Activity | 0.5-3 | |
| Advanced Stage Crew Activity | 0.5-3 | |
| Total Units | 21.5-32 | |
Outcome 1: Analyze, interpret and evaluate dramatic literature and theatrical productions for the purpose of creating culturally responsive storytelling through the dramatic arts.
Outcome 2: Coordinate and implement collaboration, critical thinking, creativity, and organizational skills through the theatrical process to establish leadership, artistry, ensemble, and confidence.
Outcome 3: Create and contribute artistically to the areas of performance, technical theatre, and production to gain experience and portfolio material.
Outcome 4: Determine, evaluate, and articulate personal and career goals in preparation for further professional/academic training.
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