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 | |
THEA 100 F | Introduction to the Theatre | 3 |
THEA 104 F | Introduction to Theatre Appreciation | 3 |
THEA 105 F | Musical Theatre History | 3 |
THEA 108 F | Multicultural Perspectives in American Theatre | 3 |
THEA 109 F | Modern Dramatic Literature | 3 |
| Restricted Electives (2-4 units) | ||
| Restricted Electives (2-4 units) | ||
| Restricted Electives (2-4 units) | 2-4 | |
THEA 106 F | Beginning Principles of Playwriting | 3 |
THEA 123 F | Acting Techniques | 3 |
THEA 124 F | Foundations of Consent and Intimacy | 3 |
THEA 165HF | Honors Creative Arts - Theatre (formerly THEA 196HF) | 3 |
THEA 180 F | Beginning Principles of Acting | 3 |
THEA 184 F | Beginning Musical Theatre I (formerly THEA 125 F and THEA 186 F) | 3 |
THEA 197 F | Introduction to Stage Combat | 3 |
THEA 222 F | Acting for the Camera | 3 |
THEA 298 F | Theatre Arts Internship | 2-4 |
THEA 299 F | Theatre Arts Independent Study | 1-3 |
| B. Production (4-6 units): | ||
| Required Courses - Select one course (3 units): | 3 | |
THEA 130 F | Beginning Theatre Workshop | 3 |
THEA 134 F | Beginning Theatre Practicum (formerly THEA 133 F) | 3 |
THEA 178 F | 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 | ||
THEA 131 F | Intermediate Theatre Workshop | 2-3 |
THEA 132 F | Beginning Resident Theatre Company | 0.5-3 |
THEA 135 F | Resident Theatre Company | 0.5-3 |
THEA 136 F | Touring Theatre Productions: Rehearsal and Performance | 3 |
THEA 139 F | Beginning Musical Theatre Concert Production | 1 |
THEA 176 F | Beginning Playwright's Practicum | 0.5-3 |
THEA 177 F | Beginning Director's Practicum | 0.5-3 |
THEA 233 F | Intermediate Theatre Practicum | 2-3 |
THEA 239 F | Intermediate Musical Theatre Concert Production | 1 |
THEA 276 F | Intermediate Playwright's Practicum | 0.5-3 |
THEA 277 F | Intermediate Director's Practicum | 0.5-3 |
THEA 278 F | Intermediate Musical Theatre Production | 2-3 |
| C. Technical Theatre (13-17 units): | ||
| Required Courses - Select three courses (9-11 units): | 9-11 | |
THEA 141 F | Introduction to Technical Theatre | 4 |
THEA 143 F | Stagecraft | 4 |
THEA 146 F | Scene Painting | 3 |
THEA 160 F | Introduction to Sound Technology | 3 |
THEA 170 F | Beginning Theatrical Lighting (formerly THEA 144 F) | 3 |
THEA 171 F | Survey of Theatrical Costuming (formerly THEA 145 F) | 3 |
THEA 172 F | 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 | ||
THEA 090 F | Introduction to Advanced Topics in Theatre Technology | 2 |
THEA 091 F | Video and Scenic Projection for the Theatre | 2 |
THEA 092 F | Automated Scenery for the Theatre | 2 |
THEA 093 F | Rigging for the Theatre | 1 |
THEA 094 F | Systems Maintenance and Troubleshooting for Theatre | 2 |
THEA 148 F | Introduction to Theatre Crafts Lab (formerly THEA 142 F) | 1-2 |
THEA 151 F | Properties: Design and Construction | 3 |
THEA 161 F | Sound Reinforcement Techniques | 2 |
THEA 162 F | Sound Design for the Theatre | 2 |
THEA 168 F | Non-sewing Costume Crafts | 2 |
THEA 169 F | Introduction to Costume Design | 3 |
THEA 173 F | Intermediate Makeup and Hair for the Stage | 3 |
THEA 214 F | Costume Construction for the Ancient World Through the 18th Century | 4 |
THEA 215 F | Costume Construction for the Neoclassical Period Through Modern Day | 4 |
THEA 244 F | Intermediate Theatrical Lighting | 3 |
THEA 263 F | Beginning Entertainment Drafting | 3 |
THEA 265 F | Theatre Management | 2 |
THEA 266 F | Stage Management | 3 |
THEA 267 F | 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 | ||
THEA 153 F | Introduction to Stage Crew Activity (formerly THEA 149 F) | 0.5-3 |
THEA 159 F | Beginning Stage Crew Activity | 0.5-3 |
THEA 249 F | Intermediate Stage Crew Activity | 0.5-3 |
THEA 250 F | Advanced Stage Crew Activity | 0.5-3 |
| Total Units | 22.5-32 | |
Student Learning Outcomes
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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