THEATRE
View Dance (R): 128
View Theatre Performance (R): 011
View Theatre Technical (R): 014
The theatre curricula are planned to provide a fundamental
course of study and training in basic skills for students who plan to
continue study at a four-year institution, expect to enter a professional
training program in theatre or dance, or wish to seek professional employment
in theatre, dance, or related areas. Three tracks are offered: dance,
theatre performance, and theatre technical. Completion of all requirements
for any one of the tracks will lead to the award of the A.A. in arts
and sciences.
Dance (R): 128
Arts and Sciences A.A.
This track is offered for the student who plans to transfer
to a four-year institution to study for a baccalaureate degree with
a major in dance or plans to seek a career in dance, musical theatre,
or a dance-related field after completing this program.
A suggested course sequence for full-time students follows;
part-time students should consult an adviser.
| First Semester |
| DN 100 |
Introduction to Dance |
3 |
| DN 101–207 |
Dance technique* |
3 |
| EN 101 |
Techniques of Reading and Writing
I |
3 |
| |
Health foundation |
1 |
| |
Mathematics foundation |
3 |
| PE 101–199 |
Physical education elective |
1 |
| TH 120 |
Performance Production |
1 |
Second Semester |
| DN 101–207 |
Dance technique* |
3 |
| DN 120 |
Rhythmic Training for the Dancer |
2 |
| |
English foundation |
3 |
| TH 120 |
Performance Production |
1 |
| TH 121 |
Movement for the Performer |
3 |
| |
Natural sciences lab distribution |
4 |
| |
Behavioral and social sciences
distribution |
3 |
Third Semester |
| DN 101–207 |
Dance technique* |
3 |
| DN 150 |
Introduction to Dance Composition |
3 |
| |
DN elective† |
2 |
| PE 101–199 |
Physical education elective |
1 |
| TH 120 |
Performance Production |
1 |
|
Behavioral and social
sciences distribution |
3 |
| |
Humanities distribution |
3 |
Fourth Semester |
| DN 101–207 |
Dance technique* |
6 |
| |
DN elective† |
3 |
| SP 108 |
Introduction to Human Communication |
3 |
| |
Arts or humanities distribution |
3 |
| |
Natural sciences
non-lab or lab distribution |
3
(4) |
|
Total credit hours 68 (69)
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* At
least three credits, elementary level or higher, must
be taken in each area: ballet, modern dance, and jazz.
† Any course in dance, speech, or theatre not
already required in the option may be taken to fulfill
the dance elective. MU 108 may also be acceptable. |
Program Outcomes for the Dance A.S. Degree
Upon completion of this program a student will be able to:
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Demonstrate an understanding of dance as a performing art and a cultural form through performance, choreography, and written and oral work based in history, anthropology, and aesthetics.
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Demonstrate second-year (intermediate) level mastery of a variety of dance techniques, including ballet, modern dance, and jazz dance through performance and journal-keeping.
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Demonstrate an understanding of basic rhythmic and composition concepts through choreography and performance.
Theatre Performance (R):
011
Arts and Sciences A.A.
This track is offered for the student who plans to transfer
to a four-year institution to study for a baccalaureate degree with a
major in theatre or plans to seek a professional career in theatre after
completing this program.
A suggested course sequence for full-time students follows;
part-time students should consult an adviser.
| First Semester |
| EN 101 |
Techniques of Reading and Writing
I |
3 |
| |
Mathematics foundation |
3 |
| TH 108 |
Introduction to the Theatre
|
3 |
| TH 109 |
Fundamentals of Acting |
3 |
| TH 120 |
Performance Production |
1 |
|
Behavioral and social
sciences distribution |
3 |
Second Semester |
| |
English foundation |
3 |
| SP 108 |
Introduction to Human Communication |
3 |
| TH 112 |
Intermediate Acting |
3 |
| TH 114 |
Stagecraft I |
3 |
| TH 121 |
Movement for the Performer |
3 |
| |
Natural sciences
lab distribution |
4 |
Third Semester |
| |
Health foundation |
1 |
| MU 108 |
Class Voice |
|
| or |
| SP 110 |
Oral Interpretation |
2 (3) |
| SP 109 |
Voice and Diction |
3 |
| TH 120 |
Performance Production |
1 |
| TH 225 |
Acting for Film and Television |
3 |
| |
Humanities distribution |
3 |
| |
Natural sciences
non-lab or lab distribution |
3
(4) |
Fourth Semester |
| |
DN or PE elective(s)* |
3 |
| TH 117 |
Fundamentals of Play Directing |
3 |
| TH 120 |
Performance Production |
1 |
| TH 219 |
History of Theatre I |
3 |
| |
Technical theatre elective† |
3 |
|
Behavioral and social
sciences distribution |
3 |
|
Total credit hours 67 (69)
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|
* Students
may select dance or physical education courses for a total
of three semester hours.
† Select TH 116, TH 208, or TH 230. |
Program Outcomes for the Theatrical Performance, A.S. Degree
Upon completion of this program a student will be able to:
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Demonstrate a competency for script and character analysis, a familiarity with periods, genres, and styles in theatre history, and the ability to recognize and utilize the special vocabulary of theatre and dance.
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Demonstrate the ability to create (or construct) and present formal and informal public performances.
Theatre Technical (R):
014
Arts and Sciences A.A.
This track is offered for the student who plans to transfer
to a four-year institution to study for a baccalaureate degree with a
major in a technical theatre area or plans to seek a professional career
in a technical theatre area after completing this program.
A suggested course sequence for full-time students follows;
part-time students should consult an adviser.
| First Semester |
| EN 101 |
Techniques of Reading and Writing
I |
3 |
| |
Health foundation |
1 |
| |
Mathematics foundation |
3 |
| SP 108 |
Introduction to Human Communication |
3 |
| TH 108 |
Introduction to the Theatre
|
3 |
| TH 114 |
Stagecraft I |
3 |
Second Semester |
| |
English foundation |
3 |
| PE 101–199 |
Physical education elective* |
1 |
| TH 109 |
Fundamentals of Acting |
3 |
| |
Technical major elective† |
3 |
| |
Technical theatre elective‡ |
3 |
| |
Natural sciences lab distribution |
4 |
Third Semester |
| PE 101–199 |
Physical education elective* |
1 |
| TH 120 |
Performance Production |
1 |
| |
Technical theatre elective |
3 |
| TH 230 |
Organization and Administration
for the Performing Arts |
3 |
| |
Behavioral and social sciences
distribution |
3 |
| |
Humanities distribution |
3 |
| |
Natural sciences
non-lab or lab distribution |
3
(4) |
Fourth Semester |
| PE 101–199 |
Physical education elective* |
1 |
| TH 117 |
Fundamentals of Play Directing |
3 |
| TH 120 |
Performance Production |
1 |
| TH 219 |
History of Theatre I |
3 |
| |
Technical major elective(s)‡ |
6 |
| |
Behavioral and social sciences
distribution |
3 |
|
Total credit hours 67 (68)
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* Students may select
dance or physical education courses for a total of three
semester hours.
† Select AR 101–108, AR 127, AR 205, TR 130,
or TR 131.
‡ Select TH 116, TH 118, or TH 208.
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Program Outcomes for the Theatre Technical, A.S. Degree
Upon completion of this program a student will be able to:
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Demonstrate a competency in at least two areas of technical theatre production: carpentry, lighting, costumes, makeup, or painting.
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Demonstrate the ability to create and/or construct and present formal and informal public performance.
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