Theatre Arts: Technical Theatre Associate in Arts Degree
PROGRAM CODE: 2A44960
The Theatre Arts: Technical Theatre Associate in Arts Degree provides rigorous academic instruction, hands-on practical training, and experiential learning in several areas of technical theatre production. Through course work as well as practical application on theatrical productions, students are trained in stagecraft, lighting, sound technology, scenic and properties construction, stage management, costuming, and make-up. Students will work with cutting edge technology and materials in the use of intelligent lighting systems, audio equipment, video projection equipment, stage machinery, set construction, scenic painting, and costume construction and design. Internship, mentorships, and entry level job opportunities in the industry are available to candidates who meet and exceed expectations. This degree requires a total of 22.5-32 units, in addition to other graduation requirements.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| A. Theatre History and Appreciation (5-7 units): | ||
| Required Courses - Select one course (3 units): | 3 | |
| Introduction to the Theatre | 3 | |
| Introduction to Theatre Appreciation | 3 | |
| Musical Theatre History | 3 | |
| Multicultural Perspectives in American Theatre | 3 | |
| Modern Dramatic Literature | 3 | |
| Restricted Electives (2-4 units) | ||
| Restricted Electives (2-4 units) | ||
| Restricted Electives (2-4 units) | 2-4 | |
| Beginning Principles of Playwriting | 3 | |
| Acting Techniques | 3 | |
| Foundations of Consent and Intimacy | 3 | |
| Honors Creative Arts - Theatre (formerly THEA 196HF) | 3 | |
| Beginning 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 | |
| Theatre Arts Internship | 2-4 | |
| Theatre Arts Independent Study | 1-3 | |
| B. Production (4-6 units): | ||
| Required Courses - Select one course (3 units): | 3 | |
| Beginning Theatre Workshop | 3 | |
| Beginning Theatre Practicum (formerly THEA 133 F) | 3 | |
| Beginning Musical Theatre Production | 3 | |
| Restricted Electives (1-3 units) | 1-3 | |
| Select from the following or any course not already used from the list of Required Courses in Production | ||
| 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 | |
| C. Technical Theatre (13-17 units): | ||
| Required Courses - Select three courses (9-11 units): | 9-11 | |
| 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 (4-6 units) | 4-6 | |
| Select from the following or any course not already used from the list of Required Courses in Technical Theatre | ||
| 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 | |
| Intermediate Theatrical Lighting | 3 | |
| Beginning Entertainment Drafting | 3 | |
| Theatre Management | 2 | |
| Stage Management | 3 | |
| Entertainment Business | 3 | |
| D. Stage Crew Activity (0.5-2 units): | 0.5-2 | |
| Concurrent enrollment for 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 | 22.5-32 | |
Program Level Student Learning Outcomes
Outcome 1: Evaluate and apply the technical skills required to create an environment on stage for the purpose of contributing to culturally responsive storytelling.
Outcome 2: Contribute artistically to the areas of performance, technical theatre, and production to gain experience and portfolio material.
Outcome 3: Examine, evaluate, articulate, and plan personal and career goals in preparation for further professional/academic training and employment.
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