Associate of Arts Transfer Degree in Theatre Arts
The Associate of Arts in Theatre Arts for Transfer degree (AA-T in Theater Arts) is a 60 unit program which is designed to provide lower division education to students planning to transfer to a CSU institution in pursuit of a baccalaureate degree in Theatre Arts or Drama. Students who complete this program will be able to apply film and theatre terminology and language; analyze literature; identify production components; distinguish film and theatre styles and historical periods; demonstrate collaboration and team-building skills; creatively solve problems; demonstrate communication skills; create and demonstrate informed and personal artistic choices in coursework and productions.
Students must complete the following requirements:
- 60 semester or 90 quarter CSU-transferable units
- the California State University-General Education-Breadth pattern (CSU GE-Breadth); OR the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) pattern.
- a minimum of 18 semester or 27 quarter units in the major or area of emphasis as determined the community college district.
- obtainment of a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0.
- earn a grade of C or better in all courses required for the major or area of emphasis.
Students are not required to complete the information competency requirements, PE requirements or cultural diversity requirements found in other degrees at the College.
Required Core Courses (9 units)
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| THEA 10 | Introduction to Theatre | 3 units |
| THEA 40A | Beginning Acting | 3 units |
| THEA 70 | Mainstage Production Workshop | 3 units |
| OR | ||
| THEA 21C | Rehearsal and Performance (Technical) | 3 units |
List A: Select 3 (9 units)
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| THEA 41A | Intermediate Acting | 3 units |
| THEA 2A | Introduction to Theatrical Design | 3 units |
| THEA 18A | Introduction to Stage Lighting | 3 units |
| THEA 47A | Fundamentals of Costume Design | 3 units |
| THEA 44A | Makeup for Stage & Screen | 3 units |
| THEA 11A | Survey of Drama: Classical | 3 units |
| THEA 11B | Survey of Drama: Modern Realism | 3 units |
| THEA 11C | Survey of Drama: Contemporary/ Absurdist | 3 units |
| THEA 45B | Stagecraft | 3 units |
If Not Used in Required Core
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| THEA 70 | Mainstage Production Workshop | 3 units |
| OR | ||
| THEA 21C | Rehearsal and Performance (Technical) | 3 units |
| Total Major Units | 18 units | |
| GE Units | (CSU GE or IGETC) | 37–39 units |
| Total Degree Units | 60 units |
CSU transferable elective courses are required when the major units plus transfer GE units total is less than 60.
Associate of Arts Degree in Theatre Arts: Acting
The Associate of Arts in Theatre Arts Acting Emphasis is a comprehensive program designed to prepare students to transfer to a baccalaureate program in acting or theatre arts or work as professional actors. It covers theatrical, television, and improvisational styles in both the classroom and on the live stage.
After completing an A.A. degree in Theatre Arts Acting Emphasis, a student will be able to:
- Apply film and theatre terminology and language
- Analyze literature
- Identify production components
- Distinguish film and theatre styles and historical periods
- Demonstrate collaboration and team-building skills
- Creatively solve problems
- Demonstrate communication skills
- Create and demonstrate informed and personal artistic choices in coursework and productions
Required Core Courses (21 units)
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| THEA 2A | Introduction to Theatrical Design | 3 units |
| THEA 7A | Acting for Film and Television | 3 units |
| THEA 10 | Theatre Appreciation | 3 units |
| THEA 35A | Voice Production/Articulation | 3 units |
| THEA 40A | Acting One | 3 units |
| THEA 40B | Acting Two | 3 units |
| THEA 40C | Acting Three | 3 units |
List A: Select 3 units
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| THEA 20A | Studio Theater Production Workshop: American Representational | 3 units |
| THEA 20B | Studio Theater Production Workshop: Modern/Contemporary | 3 units |
| THEA 20C | Studio Theater Production Workshop: Classical Greek & European | 3 units |
| THEA 20D | Studio Theater Workshop: Musical and Children’s Theater | 3 units |
| THEA 70A | Mainstage Theater Production Workshop: American Representationa | 3 units |
| THEA 70B | Mainstage Theater Production Workshop: Modern & Contemporary | 3 units |
| THEA 70C | Mainstage Theater Production Workshop: Classical Greek and European | 3 units |
| THEA 70D | Mainstage Theater Production Workshop: Musical and Children’s Theater | 3 units |
List B: Select 1 unit
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| THEA 21A | Practical Theater (Scene & Stage) I | 1 unit |
| THEA 22A | Practical Theater (Costume & Makeup) I | 1 unit |
List C: Select 3 units
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| KINS 11.01 | Yoga for Health | 1 unit |
| KINS 3.01 | Ballet - Beginning Level 1 | 1 unit |
| KINS 3.02 | Ballet - Beginning Level 2 | 1 unit |
| KINS 3.12 | Jazz Dance - Beginning Level 2 | 1 unit |
| THEA 6A | Writing for Film and Television | 3 units |
| THEA 7B | Acting for Film and Television | 3 units |
| THEA 12 | Survey of Musical Theatre | 3 units |
| THEA 15 | Introduction to Film Studies | 3 units |
| THEA 21B | Rehearsal and Performance (Technical) | 2 units |
| THEA 22B | Rehearsal and Performance | 2 units |
| THEA 26A | Improvisation | 2 units |
| THEA 33A | Stage Movement | 2 units |
| THEA 33B | Stage Combat | 3 units |
| THEA 44A | Makeup for Stage & Screen | 3 units |
| THEA 47A | Mainstage Production Workshop | 3 units |
| Total Major Units | 28 units |
Additional units to meet the college graduation requirements.
To be awarded an A.A. Degree, a student must complete:
- Achieve a grade of “C” or better in the major requirements.
- Additional units to meet the college graduation requirements.
Fall, Year 1 (9 units)
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| THEA 2A | Introduction to Theatrical Design | 3 units |
| THEA 10 | Introduction to Theatre | 3 units |
| THEA 40A | Acting One | 3 units |
Spring, Year 1 (9 units)
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| THEA 26A | Improvisational Theatre Workshop | 3 units |
| THEA 40B | Acting Two | 3 units |
| THEA 70A | Mainstage Theater Production Workshop: American Representational | 3 units |
Fall, Year 2
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| THEA 7A | Acting for Film and Television | 3 units |
| THEA 21A | Practical Theater (Scene & Stage) I | 3 units |
| THEA 35A | Voice Production and Articulation | 3 units |
Spring, Year 2 (3 units)
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| THEA 40C | Acting Three | 3 units |
Associate of Arts Degree in Theatre Arts: Film Studies
The Associate of Arts in Film studies is designed to prepare students to transfer to a baccalaureate program in film studies or film/video production. It covers a broad base of film and theatre fundamentals in both lecture and production-style learning environments.
After completing an A.A. degree in Film Studies, a student will be able to:
- Apply film and theatre terminology and language
- Identify production components
- Distinguish film and theatre styles and historical periods
- Demonstrate mechanical production skills
- Demonstrate communication skills
Required Core Courses (21 units)
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| THEA 5A | Introduction to Film/Video Production | 3 units |
| THEA 6A | Writing for Film and Television | 3 units |
| THEA 7A | Acting for Film and Television | 3 units |
| THEA 14A | Survey of Film: Horror and Science Fiction | 3 units |
| THEA 14B | Survey of Film: Westerns and Musicals | 3 units |
| THEA 14C | Survey of Film: Gangster and Detective | 3 units |
| THEA 15 | Introduction to Film Studies | 3 units |
Elective Courses: List A (3 units)
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| THEA 10 | Introduction to Theatre | 3 units |
| THEA 11A | Script Analysis: Classica | 3 units |
| THEA 11B | Script Analysis: Modern Realism | 3 units |
| THEA 11C | Script Analysis: Contemporary/Absurdist | 3 units |
| THEA 12 | Survey of Musical Theatre | 3 units |
| THEA 19A | Movie Magic: Contemporary Special Effects | 3 units |
Elective Courses: List B (3 units)
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ARTS 4 | Art Appreciation | 3 units |
| ENGL 41 | Literature and Film | 3 units |
| THEA 2A | Introduction to Theatrical Design | 3 units |
| THEA 5B | Film/Video Production II | 3 units |
| THEA 6B | Writing for Film and Television | 3 units |
| THEA 7B | Acting for Film and Television | 3 units |
| THEA 20D | Studio Theater Workshop: Musical and Children’s Theater | 3 units |
| THEA 22A | Practical Theater (Costume & Makeup) I | 1 unit |
| THEA 22B | Rehearsal and Performance | 2 units |
| THEA 40B | Acting Two | 3 units |
| THEA 44A | Makeup for Stage & Screen | 3 units |
| THEA 70A | Mainstage Theater Production Workshop: American Representational | 3 units |
| THEA 70B | Mainstage Theater Production Workshop: Modern & Contemporary | 3 units |
| THEA 70C | Mainstage Theater Production Workshop: Classical Greek and European | 3 units |
| THEA 70D | Mainstage Theater Production Workshop: Musical and Children’s Theater | 3 units |
Other Recommended Courses
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ARTS 4 | Art Appreciation | 3 units |
| INTD 15 | Interior Architectural Drafting | 3 units |
| INTD 20 | Color Theory and Application | 3 units |
| INTD 35A | History of Furniture and Interiors | 3 units |
| THEA 14A | Survey of Film: Horror and Science Fiction | 3 units |
| THEA 14B | Survey of Film: Westerns and Musicals | 3 units |
| THEA 14C | Survey of Film: Gangster and Detective Films | 3 units |
| THEA 15 | Introduction to Film Studies | 3 units |
| Total Major Units | 27 units |
Additional units to meet the college graduation requirements.
To be awarded an A.A. Degree, a student must complete:
- Achieve a grade of “C” or better in the major requirements.
- Additional units to meet the college graduation requirements.
Fall, Year 1 (9 units)
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| THEA 10 | Introduction to Theatre | 3 units |
| THEA 5A | Introduction to Filmmaking | 3 units |
| THEA 15 | Introduction to Film Studies | 3 units |
Spring, Year 1 (9 units)
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| THEA 6A | Writing for Film and Television | 3 units |
| THEA 7A | Acting for Film and Television | 3 units |
| THEA 14A | Survey of Film: Horror and Science Fiction | 3 units |
Fall, Year 2 (6 units)
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| THEA 14B | Survey of Film: Westerns and Musicals | 3 units |
| THEA 44A | Makeup for Stage & Screen | 3 units |
Spring, Year 2 (3 units)
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| THEA 14C | Survey of Film: Gangster and Detective Films | 3 units |
Associate of Arts Degree in Theatre Arts: Stage Technology
After completing an A.A. degree in Stage Technology, a student will be able to:
- Apply film and theatre terminology and language
- Analyze literature
- Identify production components
- Demonstrate mechanical production skills
- Demonstrate collaboration and team-building skills
- Creatively solve problems
- Demonstrate communication skills
- Create and demonstrate informed and personal artistic choices in coursework and productions
Required Core Courses (18 units)
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| THEA 2A | Introduction to Theatrical Design | 3 units |
| THEA 10 | Introduction to Theatre | 3 units |
| THEA 18A | Introduction to Stage Lighting | 3 units |
| THEA 40A | Beginning Acting | 3 units |
| THEA 45B | Stagecraft | 3 units |
| THEA 47A | Fundamentals of Costume Design | 3 units |
Elective Courses: List A (3 units)
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| THEA 21A | Rehearsal and Performance (Technical) | 1 unit |
| AND | ||
| THEA 21B | Rehearsal and Performance (Technical) | 2 units |
| OR ONLY | ||
| THEA 21C | Rehearsal and Performance (Technical) | 3 units |
Electives Courses: List B (6 units)
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| THEA 6A | Writing for Film and Television | 3 units |
| THEA 7A | Acting for Film and Television | 3 units |
| THEA 8A | Studio Performance | 3 units |
| THEA 20 | Studio Theatre Workshop | 3 units |
| THEA 22A | Rehearsal and Performance | 1 unit |
| THEA 22B | Rehearsal and Performance | 2 units |
| THEA 22C | Rehearsal and Performance | 3 units |
| THEA 30 | Playwriting | 3 units |
| THEA 40B | Beginning Acting | 3 units |
| THEA 47B | Costumes: Stage/Screen | 3 units |
| THEA 70 | Mainstage Production Workshop | 3 units |
Other Recommended Courses
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| THEA 14AB | Survey of Film | 3 units |
| THEA 15 | Film Appreciation | 3 units |
| THEA 19A | Movie Magic: Contemporary Special Effects | 3 units |
| THEA 44A | Makeup for Stage & Screen | 2 units |
| ARTS 4 | Art Appreciation | 3 units |
| INTD 15 | Interior Architectural Drafting | 3 units |
| INTD 35A | History of Furniture and Interiors | 3 units |
| INTD 20 | Color Theory and Application | 3 units |
| Total Major Units | 27 units |
Additional units to meet the college graduation requirements.