Theater Arts-Acting: AA Degree
This degree provides a foundation in Theater Arts for students interested in pursuing an Associate's Degree or higher in Drama/Theater, with an acting or technical emphasis, or pursuing a career in the entertainment industry. To fulfill the requirements for this degree, students will complete the required courses and work with a counselor to determine the appropriate pattern of general education courses based on the student’s individual educational goals.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Analyze dramatic literature.
- Show a cultural and artistic appreciation of theater arts.
- Demonstrate basic theater performance and production skills.
Degree Requirements
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core Courses (12 units) | ||
| THEA-100 | Introduction to Theater | 3 |
| or THEA-120 | History of Theater | |
| THEA-110 | Acting I | 3 |
| THEA-140 | Technical Theatre in Production | 3 |
| THEA-174 | Culture and Gender in Theater | |
| Required Electives: List A (3 units) | ||
| Complete 1 course from the following: | 3 | |
| Rehearsal and Performance: Non Musical | ||
| Rehearsal and Performance: Musical | ||
| Dance Theater Production | ||
| Required Electives: List B (6 units) | ||
| Complete 2 courses from the following: | 6 | |
| Acting II | ||
| Acting Shakespeare | ||
| Improvisation and Physical Theater | ||
| Theater Making | ||
| International Performance | ||
| Acting III | ||
| Acting for Fun and Profit | ||
| Acting IV | ||
| Total Units | 18 | |
To receive an Associate Degree, students must complete 60 degree applicable semester units with a grade point average of at least 2.0. Students must also complete the NVC General Education pattern to earn an Associate degree. Consultation with a Counselor is highly encouraged to ensure all requirements are met.