# Drama (DRMA) courses

Allan Hancock College · 2026-2027 Catalog · 10 courses

Source: https://hancockcollege.curriqunet.com/catalog/iq/28544/28860/31241

"Offered" lists sections in this catalog year's class schedules: Summer 2026, Fall 2026, Winter 2027, Spring 2027.

### DRMA 103 — Introduction to Theatre

- **Units:** 3
- **Advisory:** eligibility for ENGL C1000 or ENGL 100
- **C-ID:** THTR 111
- **Transfers to:** CSU, UC
- **Offered:** Fall 2026, 3 sections (/c/allan-hancock-college/schedule/fall-2026/drma.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/allan-hancock-college/schedule/spring-2027/drma.md)
- Grading Method: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass

Explores theatre as an artistic medium for enhancing an understanding of the diversity of the human experience and as a reflection of the development of civilization. This course focuses on the relationship of theatre to various cultures throughout history, and on the contributions of significant individual artists. This course introduces students to elements of the production process including playwriting, acting, directing, design, and criticism. Students will also survey different periods, styles, and genres of theatre through play reading, discussion, films and viewing and critiquing live theatre, including required attendance of theatre productions.

### DRMA 104 — Acting I

- **Units:** 3
- **Advisory:** ENGL 514, or READ 110
- **C-ID:** THTR 151
- **Transfers to:** CSU, UC
- **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/allan-hancock-college/schedule/fall-2026/drma.md)
- Course Offered: Spring, Fall
- Grading Method: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass

This course prepares a student to apply basic acting theory to performance and develops the skills of interpretation of drama through acting. Special attention is paid to skills for performance: doing rather than being, goal attainment (intention), memorization, stage movement vocal production, and interpretation of text. Attendance of a live performance for the purpose of evaluation is required.

### DRMA 106 — Acting II

- **Units:** 3
- **Prerequisite:** DRMA 104
- **C-ID:** THTR 152
- **Transfers to:** CSU, UC
- **Offered:** Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/allan-hancock-college/schedule/spring-2027/drma.md)
- Course Offered: Spring, Summer, Fall
- Grading Method: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass

This course follows Acting I and continues the exploration of theories and techniques used in preparation for the interpretation of drama through acting. The emphasis will be placed on deepening the understanding of the acting process through character analysis, monologues, and scenes. Attendance of a live performance for the purpose of evaluation is required.

### DRMA 110 — History of World Theatre 1

- **Units:** 3
- **C-ID:** THTR 113
- **Transfers to:** CSU, UC
- **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/allan-hancock-college/schedule/fall-2026/drma.md)
- Course Offered: Spring, Fall, Fall
- Grading Method: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass

The study of the history of world theatre from the Origins of Theatre through the 17th Century. The history and development of theatre and drama are studied in relationship to cultural political and social conditions of the time. Plays are read for an analysis of structure, plot, character and historical relevance. Students undertaking this course on-line will need to purchase access to a web site in addition to the text.

### DRMA 111 — History of World Theatre 2

- **Units:** 3
- **Transfers to:** CSU, UC
- **Offered:** Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/allan-hancock-college/schedule/spring-2027/drma.md)
- Course Offered: Spring
- Grading Method: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass

The study of the history of world theatre from the Baroque through to 21st Century theater. The history and development of theater and drama are studied in relationship to cultural political and social conditions of the time. Plays are read for an analysis of structure, plot, character and historical relevance.

### DRMA 124 — Stagecraft

- **Units:** 3
- **Advisory:** MATH 521
- **C-ID:** THTR 171
- **Transfers to:** CSU, UC
- **Offered:** Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/allan-hancock-college/schedule/spring-2027/drma.md)
- Course Offered: Fall
- Grading Method: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass

An introduction to technical theatre and the creation of scenic elements. Includes basic concepts of design, painting techniques, set construction, set movement, prop construction, backstage organization, and career possibilities. Topics include stage management, lighting, and/or sound techniques. Lecture, reading, projects, and practical experience.

### DRMA 128 — Stage Makeup

- **Units:** 3
- **C-ID:** THTR 175
- **Transfers to:** CSU
- **Offered:** not on the Summer 2026, Fall 2026, Winter 2027, Spring 2027 schedules
- Course Offered: Spring, Fall
- Grading Method: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass

Students will receive instruction and practice in a lecture/laboratory setting in all phases of makeup specifically designed for theatrical use. Various conceptual and technical problems will be studied and solved. This is a lecture/lab course.

### DRMA 189 — Independent Projects in Drama

- **Units:** 1-3
- **C-ID:** N/A
- **Transfers to:** CSU, UC (with credit limitation)
- **Offered:** not on the Summer 2026, Fall 2026, Winter 2027, Spring 2027 schedules
- Transfer: Transfers to CSU, limited to UC/crd detrmd aftr trnsfr
- Grading Method: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass

Courses for students capable of independent work who demonstrate the need or desire for additional study beyond the regular curriculum. Enrollment allows students to pursue activities such as directed field experience, re-search, or development of skills and competencies under faculty advisement and supervision. Independent projects may be earned in most disciplines. Students wishing to enroll in Independent Projects should contact the appropriate instructor identified in the class schedule. If the project proposed is acceptable to that instructor, a contract will be developed. All contracts for these classes must be completed and submitted to the Records Office no later than the end of the second week of the semester. Students may enroll for any combination (unit value) of Independent Projects 189 and/or 389 for a total of four semesters in a specific discipline. Units are awarded depending upon satisfactory performance and the amount of time committed by the student to the course. Allowable units vary according to discipline, and are based on the following formula: 1 unit - 48 hours per semester 2 units - 96 hours per semester 3 units - 144 hours per semester (GR/P/NP)

### DRMA 199S — Repertory of Noises off and Forever

- **Offered:** not on the Summer 2026, Fall 2026, Winter 2027, Spring 2027 schedules

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### DRMA 389 — Independent Projects

- **Units:** 0
- **Offered:** not on the Summer 2026, Fall 2026, Winter 2027, Spring 2027 schedules
- Grading Method: Letter Grade Only

Acceptable for credit: CSU, UC-Determined after admission Courses for students capable of independent work who demonstrate the need or desire for additional study beyond the regular curriculum. Enrollment allows students to pursue activities such as directed field experience, research, or development of skills and competencies under faculty advisement and supervision. Independent projects may be earned in most disciplines. Students wishing to enroll in Independent Projects should contact the appropriate instructor identified in the class schedule. If the project proposed is acceptable to that instructor, a contract will be developed. All contracts for these classes must be completed and submitted to the Records Office no later than the end of the second week of the semester. Students may enroll for any combination (unit value) of Independent Projects 189 and/or 389 for a total of four semesters in a specific discipline. Units are awarded depending upon satisfactory performance and the amount of time committed by the student to the course. Allowable units vary according to discipline, and are based on the following formula: 1 unit - 48 hours per semester 2 units - 96 hours per semester 3 units - 144 hours per semester