This degree is a fundamental exploration in the area of theatre arts focusing on performance styles and acting techniques.
A.A. Degree Level Student Learning Outcomes
Students completing the Theatre Arts Acting Emphasis A.A. Degree will:
- Demonstrate a fundamental knowledge in core theatre elements, including acting, technical theatre, and theatre history.
- Demonstrate acting techniques in a performance setting.
- Exhibit proficiency in acting styles and techniques.
- Exhibit knowledge in a specialized theatrical area, such as directing, Shakespeare, and theatre for young audiences.
Students receiving this degree must meet the following requirements:
- Complete the District General Education Pattern or Cal-GETC.
If transferring to a CSU or UC students are strongly recommended to complete the Cal-GETC General Education Pattern. Students looking to transfer to an out of state or private college should consult with a counselor for the appropriate GE pattern selection. - Complete with a “C” or better each course as specified by the major.
- Maintain an overall GPA of a 2.0 or better in all degree applicable coursework.
- Meet the 12-unit residency requirement.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required courses: | ||
| THEA 101 | Introduction to Theatre Arts | 3 |
| or THEA 101H | Introduction to Theatre Arts - Honors | |
| THEA 120 | Introduction to Tech for Theatre, TV and Film | 3 |
| THEA 202 | Stage Acting II - Intermediate 1 | 3 |
| Select one (1) of the following play performance courses: | ||
| Rehearsal and Performance in Production | 3 | |
| Rehearsal and Performance II | 3 | |
| Theatre Practicum/Special Projects I - Physical Life | 3 | |
| Theatre Practicum/Special Projects II - Storytelling | 3 | |
| Select two (2) of the following acting techniques courses: | ||
| Voice and Movement for the Actor I - Beginning | 3 | |
| Stage Acting III - Intermediate/Advanced | 3.5 | |
| Stage Acting IV - Advanced | 3.5 | |
| Camera Acting I - Beginning | 3.5 | |
| Camera Acting II - Intermediate | 3.5 | |
| Camera Acting III - Intermediate/Advanced | 3.5 | |
| Camera Acting IV - Advanced | 3.5 | |
| Acting Shakespeare | 3 | |
| Special Techniques in Acting - Beginning | 3 | |
| Select one (1) of the following specialty courses: 2 | ||
| Fundamentals of Stage Direction - Beginning | 3 | |
| Theatre for Young Audiences- Beginning | 3 | |
| Shakespeare in Production | 3 | |
| Total Units | 21-22 | |
2-Year Curriculum Map Example
This map represents one possible pathway through the program and is only for reference.
*It is highly recommended that you make an appointment to create a customized education plan that fits your needs.
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall Term 1 | Units | |
| ENGL C1000 | Academic Reading and Writing or Academic Reading and Writing or Academic Reading and Writing - Honors | 4-5 |
| Cal-GETC Area 2: Mathematical Concepts and Quantitative Reasoning | 4 | |
| THEA 101 or THEA 101H | Introduction to Theatre Arts or Introduction to Theatre Arts - Honors | 3 |
| THEA 201 | Stage Acting I - Beginning | 3 |
| Units | 14-15 | |
| Spring Term 1 | ||
| THEA 120 | Introduction to Tech for Theatre, TV and Film | 3 |
| THEA 202 | Stage Acting II - Intermediate | 3 |
| Cal-GETC Area 1B: Critical Thinking and Composition | 3 | |
| Cal-GETC Area 1C: Oral Communication | 3 | |
| Cal-GETC Area 3B: Humanities | 3 | |
| Units | 15 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Fall Term 2 | ||
| HIST C1001 | United States History to 1877 or United States History to 1877 - Honors or United States History since 1865 or United States History since 1865 - Honors or African-American History to 1876 or African-American History since 1876 or History of Women in the United States | 3 |
| THEA 104A | Voice and Movement for the Actor I - Beginning or Stage Acting III - Intermediate/Advanced or Stage Acting IV - Advanced or Camera Acting II - Intermediate or Camera Acting III - Intermediate/Advanced or Camera Acting IV - Advanced or Rehearsal and Performance II or Theatre Practicum/Special Projects I - Physical Life or Theatre Practicum/Special Projects II - Storytelling | 3 |
| THEA 210 | Rehearsal and Performance in Production or Rehearsal and Performance II or Theatre Practicum/Special Projects I - Physical Life or Theatre Practicum/Special Projects II - Storytelling | 3 |
| Cal-GETC Area 6: Ethnic Studies | 3 | |
| Citrus GE Area E: Personal Health and Wellness | 3 | |
| Units | 15 | |
| Spring Term 2 | ||
| POLS C1000 or POLS C1000H | American Government and Politics or American Government and Politics - Honors | 3 |
| THEA 241A | Fundamentals of Stage Direction - Beginning or Theatre for Young Audiences- Beginning or Shakespeare in Production | 3 |
| THEA 205 | Stage Acting III - Intermediate/Advanced or Voice and Movement for the Actor I - Beginning or Stage Acting IV - Advanced or Camera Acting II - Intermediate or Camera Acting III - Intermediate/Advanced or Camera Acting IV - Advanced or Rehearsal and Performance II or Theatre Practicum/Special Projects I - Physical Life or Theatre Practicum/Special Projects II - Storytelling | 3-3.5 |
| Cal-GETC Area 5A: Physical Science without Lab | 3 | |
| UC/CSU Elective | 4 | |
| Units | 16-16.5 | |
| Total Units | 60-61.5 | |
Career Opportunities
There are a variety of careers you can do with this major.
To explore more about this major, schedule an appointment with a career counselor.