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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)

* 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.


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)

* Students may select dance or physical education courses for a total of three semester hours.

Select TH 116, TH 208, or TH 230.


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)

* 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.

Refer to course description pages to identify courses with prerequisites.
Courses in italics meet General Education requirements
.