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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:

  1. Understand the historical context of theater and drama, including its relationship to contemporary society and culture
  2. Produce a play on stage, including all related performance, script, design, and technical aspects.
  3. Critically evaluate what they and others have created.
  4. 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.
  5. Understand the individual and collaborative processes required to produce live theatrical productions.

Review Graduation Requirements and General Education.

Course Title Units
Required Courses
THEA G106Acting 13
Select one of the following:3
THEA G100Introduction to the Theater3
THEA G111Theater History and Literature - Classical to 18003
THEA G112Theater History and Literature - 1800 to Modern3
Select a minimum of three units from the following:3-8
THEA G115Theater Practicum 1 - Performance1,2
THEA G125Play Performance 11,2
THEA G135Classical Play Performance 11,2
THEA G210Musical Theater Performance 12
THEA G170Theater Production and Stage Crew1,2
THEA G166Stagecraft3
THEA G174Scenic Painting and Technical Production Techniques3
Select nine units from the following:9
THEA G174Scenic Painting and Technical Production Techniques3
THEA G175Stage Scenery3
THEA G176Stage Lighting3
THEA G177Make-Up3
THEA G178Introduction to Stage Costume3
Recommended Courses
The following courses are not required, but recommended by the Theater Department to enhance the Theater Arts Major
Performance Emphasis
THEA G107Acting 23
THEA G111Theater History and Literature - Classical to 18003
THEA G112Theater History and Literature - 1800 to Modern3
THEA G110Acting For The Camera3
THEA G119Improvisation for Theater, Film, and Television3
THEA G146Voice for Musical Theater 12
THEA G188Stage Movement 13
THEA G190Stage Movement 23
THEA G191Stage Movement 33
THEA G192Stage Movement 43
THEA G206Acting 33
THEA G207Acting 43
Play Production
THEA G115Theater Practicum 1 - Performance1,2
THEA G125Play Performance 11,2
THEA G135Classical Play Performance 11,2
THEA G210Musical Theater Performance 12
THEA G170Theater Production and Stage Crew1,2
THEA G166Stagecraft3
THEA G174Scenic Painting and Technical Production Techniques3
THEA G178Introduction to Stage Costume3
Production Management
THEA G160Introduction To Stage Direction3
THEA G161Stage Management3
Musical Theater
THEA G108History and Appreciation of the Musical Theater3
THEA G210Musical Theater Performance 12
THEA G211Musical Theater Production and Performance 22
THEA G212Musical Theater Production and Performance 32
THEA G213Musical Theater Production and Performance 42
Film
THEA G110Acting For The Camera3
THEA G102History And Appreciation Of The Cinema3
THEA G119Improvisation for Theater, Film, and Television3
Major Total18-23
GE Pattern (Local, CSU GE-Breadth, or IGETC)18-39
Total Units60

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 G106Acting 13
THEA G100Introduction to the Theater3
or THEA G111 Theater History and Literature - Classical to 1800
or THEA G112 Theater History and Literature - 1800 to Modern
ENGL G100Freshman Composition ^4
Area E: Lifelong Understanding and Self-Development or Area A: English Language, Area B: Natural Sciences, Area C: Arts & Humanities, Area D: Social & Behavioral Sciences3
Elective coursework for a total of 3 units3
Units16
Course Title Units
Semester 2
Area B: Natural Sciences course3
Area D: Social & Behavioral Sciences course3
Elective coursework for a total of 6 units6
Select one of the following:1-3
THEA G115Theater Practicum 1 - Performance1-2
THEA G125Play Performance 11-2
THEA G135Classical Play Performance 11,2
THEA G166Stagecraft3
THEA G170Theater Production and Stage Crew1,2
THEA G174Scenic Painting and Technical Production Techniques3
THEA G210Musical Theater Performance 12
Units13-15

Year 2:

Course Title Units
Semester 3
Cultural Diversity requirement #3
Over Semesters 3 and 4, select three (3) of the following NOT already taken (for a TOTAL of 9 units):
THEA G174Scenic Painting and Technical Production Techniques3
THEA G175Stage Scenery3
THEA G176Stage Lighting3
THEA G177Make-Up3
THEA G178Introduction to Stage Costume3
Select one of the following or satisfy Math competency (completion of Algebra 2 in High School with a "C" or better):
MATH G030Intermediate Algebra4
MATH G040Accelerated Elementary and Intermediate Algebra5
MATH G080Pre-Statistics5
If Math competency is satisfied, take Elective coursework for a total of 3 units.3
Units15-17
Course Title Units
Semester 4
Elective Coursework to reach a minimum of 60 units12-16
Over Semesters 3 and 4, Select three (3) of the following if NOT already taken (for a TOTAL of 9 units):
THEA G174Scenic Painting and Technical Production Techniques3
THEA G175Stage Scenery3
THEA G176Stage Lighting3
THEA G177Make-Up3
THEA G178Introduction to Stage Costume3
Units12-16
Total minimum units required60
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Cultural Diversity requirement list of approved courses

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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 .