Theater Arts, Associate in Arts Degree
Banner Code: 2_AA_THEA
Control Number: 18428
Financial Aid Eligible
The Theater Arts Department provides the student opportunities to study the art and craft of theater. Students who enroll in the Associate in Arts in Theater Arts degree program prepare for transfer education and/or careers related to theatrical history and literature, performance, design/technology, and management. Theater Arts majors are introduced to theatrical history and literature, scenic, costume, lighting, sound, and make-up design and technology, acting, directing, and management through coursework and production opportunities. Critical thinking and problem solving skills are acquired through production assignments. Students are encouraged to develop academic and artistic skills enabling them to be successful in further study or employment. Students will be prepared for a baccalaureate degree in Theater Arts.
Program Level Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Understand the historical context of theater and drama, including its relationship to contemporary society and culture
- Produce a play on stage, including all related performance, script, design, and technical aspects.
- Critically evaluate what they and others have created.
- Demonstrate proficiency in an area of theater (performance, technical, directing, or theatre management) with the ability to identify, analyze and resolve specific problems pertaining to that area.
- Understand the individual and collaborative processes required to produce live theatrical productions.
Review Graduation Requirements and General Education.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| THEA G106 | Acting 1 | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| THEA G100 | Introduction to the Theater | 3 |
| THEA G111 | Theater History and Literature - Classical to 1800 | 3 |
| THEA G112 | Theater History and Literature - 1800 to Modern | 3 |
| Select a minimum of three units from the following: | 3-8 | |
| THEA G115 | Theater Practicum 1 - Performance | 1,2 |
| THEA G125 | Play Performance 1 | 1,2 |
| THEA G135 | Classical Play Performance 1 | 1,2 |
| THEA G210 | Musical Theater Performance 1 | 2 |
| THEA G170 | Theater Production and Stage Crew | 1,2 |
| THEA G166 | Stagecraft | 3 |
| THEA G174 | Scenic Painting and Technical Production Techniques | 3 |
| Select nine units from the following: | 9 | |
| THEA G174 | Scenic Painting and Technical Production Techniques | 3 |
| THEA G175 | Stage Scenery | 3 |
| THEA G176 | Stage Lighting | 3 |
| THEA G177 | Make-Up | 3 |
| THEA G178 | Introduction to Stage Costume | 3 |
| Recommended Courses | ||
| The following courses are not required, but recommended by the Theater Department to enhance the Theater Arts Major | ||
| Performance Emphasis | ||
| THEA G107 | Acting 2 | 3 |
| THEA G111 | Theater History and Literature - Classical to 1800 | 3 |
| THEA G112 | Theater History and Literature - 1800 to Modern | 3 |
| THEA G110 | Acting For The Camera | 3 |
| THEA G119 | Improvisation for Theater, Film, and Television | 3 |
| THEA G146 | Voice for Musical Theater 1 | 2 |
| THEA G188 | Stage Movement 1 | 3 |
| THEA G190 | Stage Movement 2 | 3 |
| THEA G191 | Stage Movement 3 | 3 |
| THEA G192 | Stage Movement 4 | 3 |
| THEA G206 | Acting 3 | 3 |
| THEA G207 | Acting 4 | 3 |
| Play Production | ||
| THEA G115 | Theater Practicum 1 - Performance | 1,2 |
| THEA G125 | Play Performance 1 | 1,2 |
| THEA G135 | Classical Play Performance 1 | 1,2 |
| THEA G210 | Musical Theater Performance 1 | 2 |
| THEA G170 | Theater Production and Stage Crew | 1,2 |
| THEA G166 | Stagecraft | 3 |
| THEA G174 | Scenic Painting and Technical Production Techniques | 3 |
| THEA G178 | Introduction to Stage Costume | 3 |
| Production Management | ||
| THEA G160 | Introduction To Stage Direction | 3 |
| THEA G161 | Stage Management | 3 |
| Musical Theater | ||
| THEA G108 | History and Appreciation of the Musical Theater | 3 |
| THEA G210 | Musical Theater Performance 1 | 2 |
| THEA G211 | Musical Theater Production and Performance 2 | 2 |
| THEA G212 | Musical Theater Production and Performance 3 | 2 |
| THEA G213 | Musical Theater Production and Performance 4 | 2 |
| Film | ||
| THEA G110 | Acting For The Camera | 3 |
| THEA G102 | History and Appreciation of The Cinema | 3 |
| THEA G119 | Improvisation for Theater, Film, and Television | 3 |
| Major Total | 18-23 | |
| GE Pattern (Local, CSU GE-Breadth, or IGETC) | 18-39 | |
| Total Units | 60 | |
Recommended Program Sequence
These sequences are general course maps for students to finish all major and general education requirements for two-year completion of degrees, completion of short-term certificates, and/or fulfillment of transfer requirements. However, this may not be an appropriate path for all students. The two-year sequence is based on English and Math placement and meeting other course prerequisites. Students are advised to meet with a GWC Counselor to review course selections and sequences to ensure that completion of this program will meet a student's transfer and career goals.
Year 1:
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | ||
| THEA G106 | Acting 1 | 3 |
| THEA G100 | Introduction to the Theater | 3 |
| or THEA G111 | Theater History and Literature - Classical to 1800 | |
| or THEA G112 | Theater History and Literature - 1800 to Modern | |
| ENGL G100 | Freshman Composition ^ | 4 |
| Area E: Lifelong Understanding and Self-Development or any additional course from Area A-D | 3 | |
| Elective coursework for a total of 3 units | 3 | |
| Units | 16 | |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | ||
| Area B: Natural Sciences course | 3 | |
| Area D: Social & Behavioral Sciences course | 3 | |
| Elective coursework for a total of 6 units | 6 | |
| Select one of the following: | 1-3 | |
| THEA G115 | Theater Practicum 1 - Performance | 1-2 |
| THEA G125 | Play Performance 1 | 1-2 |
| THEA G135 | Classical Play Performance 1 | 1,2 |
| THEA G166 | Stagecraft | 3 |
| THEA G170 | Theater Production and Stage Crew | 1,2 |
| THEA G174 | Scenic Painting and Technical Production Techniques | 3 |
| THEA G210 | Musical Theater Performance 1 | 2 |
| Units | 13-15 | |
Year 2:
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Semester 3 | ||
| Ethnic Studies Competency | 3 | |
| Over Semesters 3 and 4, select three (3) of the following NOT already taken (for a TOTAL of 9 units): | ||
| THEA G174 | Scenic Painting and Technical Production Techniques | 3 |
| THEA G175 | Stage Scenery | 3 |
| THEA G176 | Stage Lighting | 3 |
| THEA G177 | Make-Up | 3 |
| THEA G178 | Introduction to Stage Costume | 3 |
| Math Competency | 3 | |
| If Mathematics is satisfied by competency, select Area A2: Communication and Analytical Thinking course | ||
| Units | 15-17 | |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Semester 4 | ||
| Elective Coursework to reach a minimum of 60 units | 12-16 | |
| Over Semesters 3 and 4, Select three (3) of the following if NOT already taken (for a TOTAL of 9 units): | ||
| THEA G174 | Scenic Painting and Technical Production Techniques | 3 |
| THEA G175 | Stage Scenery | 3 |
| THEA G176 | Stage Lighting | 3 |
| THEA G177 | Make-Up | 3 |
| THEA G178 | Introduction to Stage Costume | 3 |
| Units | 12-16 | |
| Total Degree Units | 60 | |
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Program sequence may not be recommended for students who self-place into ENGL G100S. Students should see a Counselor for appropriate advisement.
NOTE - The following are not required but recommended by the Theater Department: THEA G102, THEA G107, THEA G108, THEA G110, THEA G119, THEA G146, THEA G160, THEA G161, THEA G174, THEA G175, THEA G176, THEA G177, THEA G178, THEA G188, THEA G190, THEA G191, THEA G192, THEA G206, THEA G207 .