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1007.00The Associate in Arts in Theatre Arts for Transfer is designed to build students’ performance skills in the area of theatrical production—including acting, stagecraft, and technical theatre; to enrich students’ aesthetic and intellectual proficiency in theatre, theatre history, and literature; and to provide pre-professional training. The AA-T in Theatre Arts emphasizes production and experience in the creation of theatrical performances. At the same time, the degree offers courses in all aspects of the theatre, both artistic and academic. Faculty, staff, and students work closely together to build a solid foundation in the practical, artistic, and historical aspects of theatre.
The Associate in Arts in Theatre Arts for Transfer degree requirements:
- Completion of 60 semester units or 90 quarter units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University.
- The Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) or the California State University General Education-Breadth Requirements.
- A minimum of 18 semester units or 27 quarter units in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by the community college district.
- Obtainment of a minimum grade point average of 2.0.
- All courses in the major must be completed with a grade of “C” or better, or P if the course is graded on a P/NP basis. (Students completing this degree are not required to fulfill additional local graduation requirements.)
Program Outcomes
- Demonstrate an understanding of theatre concepts, elements, and terminology.
- Collaborate with others in the production of theatrical works.
- Research, analyze, and interpret dramatic literature and theatre arts.
Associate in Arts in Theatre Arts for Transfer Degree
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core | ||
| THRT 001 | INTRODUCTION TO THEATER | 3 |
| or THRT 005A | THEATRE HISTORY I | |
| THRT 002A | ACTING I | 3 |
| Select a maximum of three units of the following: | 3 | |
| STUDIO PRODUCTION – REHEARSAL AND PERFORMANCE | ||
| REHEARSAL AND PERFORMANCE | ||
| STAGE TECHNIQUES | ||
| List A | ||
| Select three of the following: | 9-10 | |
| ACTING II | ||
| SCRIPT ANALYSIS | ||
| MAKEUP FOR STAGE AND SCREEN | ||
| TECHNICAL THEATER | ||
| INTRODUCTION TO SCENIC DESIGN | ||
| COSTUME CRAFTS | ||
| FUNDAMENTALS OF STAGE LIGHTING | ||
Select a maximum of three units from the following Required Courses not already used: | ||
| STUDIO PRODUCTION – REHEARSAL AND PERFORMANCE | ||
| REHEARSAL AND PERFORMANCE | ||
| STAGE TECHNIQUES | ||
| Required Subtotal | 18-19 | |
| CSU General Education or IGETC CSU Pattern | 37-39 | |
| Transferable Electives (as needed to reach 60 transferable units) | ||
| Degree Total | 60 | |
Visit the Program Mapper for a suggested sequence of courses.