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PROGRAMS / COURSE DESCRIPTION
THEATRE ARTS
THEATRE ARTS
Theatre Arts is the essence of the humanities in that it is
the only art form that incorporates all the other fine arts
into its final product. Our primary goal is to educate the
whole person, to emphasize comprehensive education.
Everyone should experience the dynamics of theatre,
and our ensemble technique teaches cooperation,
teamwork, and communication. The skills learned in
producing theatre are necessary in every occupational
arena.
Career Opportunities
Actor/Actress
Choreographer
Costumer
Makeup Artist
Publicist
Scene Designer
Screenwriter
Sound Technician
Stage Director
Teacher
Faculty
Full Time
Ed Heaberlin
John Rude
Theresa Mirci-Smith - Emeritus
Degrees and Certificates Awarded
Associate in Arts, Fine Arts
Associate in Arts, Liberal Arts
Associate Degree
No associate degree offered with a major in Theatre
Arts. Theatre Arts courses may be used to fulfill
requirements for an Associate in Arts degree with a
major in Fine Arts. See Fine Arts for degree requirements
for this major. Courses may also be used to
fulfill requirements for an Associate in Arts degree with a
major in Liberal Arts. See Liberal Arts for degree
requirements for this major. TA 138 (Cooperative
Education) may be used as Elective credits, but may not
be used to fulfill major requirements.
Transfer
To pursue a bachelor’s degree in this field, here are
some schools that have programs that might interest
you. For the most up-to-date information on these
programs and others, visit www.assist.org. Please stop
by the Transfer Center in Building 55 or make an
appointment with a counselor if you have questions.
• California State University, San Bernardino
Theatre Arts major
• University of California, Riverside
Theatre Arts major
THEATRE ARTS COURSES
TA 101 INTRODUCTION TO THEATRE
Units: 3.0 - 48-54 hours lecture. CSU, UC. (No
prerequisite)
An introductory course of the history, the performers,
the purpose, and the perspective of theatre. Students
will be introduced to the basic forms of theatre and
disciplines involved in producing a play. Emphasis is on
defining and experiencing the role of theatre in society.
TA 102 HISTORY OF THEATRE
Units: 3.0 - 48-54 hours lecture. CSU,UC. (No
prerequisite)
A survey course designed to introduce the student to a
history of the world’s theatrical experiences from
primitive times to the present. An examination of the
physical theatre and methods of staging drama from the
days of the caveman to theatre of the avant-garde.
TA 104 ORAL INTERPRETATION OF LITERATURE
Units: 3.0 - 48-54 hours lecture. CSU, UC. (No
prerequisite)
A course designed for the student to learn to interpret
literature for an audience. Students will learn and be
evaluated on: doing performance analyses, developing
relevant introductions, communicating a relevant theme,
executing proper character placement and focus, using
effective vocal skills, using effective physical
involvement. Students will demonstrate proficiency in
the above through solo and ensemble class
presentations.
TA 106 BEGINNING ACTING
Units: 3.0 - 48-54 hours lecture. CSU, UC. (No
prerequisite)
This course is designed to exercise the separate parts
of the composite art of acting which include thought,
emotion, and specific movement and vocal techniques.
Emphasis is placed on pantomime and exercises
culminating in scene work. The ultimate goal is to
develop a firm foundation in basic acting techniques.
TA 107 INTERMEDIATE ACTING
Units: 3.0 - 48-54 hours lecture. CSU, UC. (No
prerequisite.)
This course provides the student an opportunity to
enhance acting skills, and to develop and intensify
dramatic ability by advancing the understanding of skills
presented in Beginning Acting. The student will be
introduced to the process of analyzing character through
lecture, demonstration, exercises, and the rehearsal and
presentation of scenes from published texts.
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