Theatre Arts
A.A. Degree Theatre Arts · Laney College · 2026-2027 Catalog
The Theatre Arts Department provides students the opportunity to broaden their liberal arts education, gain practical experience for professional theater work, and prepare for continued higher education. One major production is offered each year utilizing Laney’s outstanding theater training program. The Theatre Arts major offers the fundamental study and understanding of the theater. This allows students to develop their practical skills and talents as well as their intellectual ability to think creatively and critically.
Career Opportunities
Acting Directing Stage Managing Crew Lighting design
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program a student will be able to:
- Demonstrate the fundamental performance and technical production processes for the theatre arts
- Articulate the historical and cultural dimensions of theatre, including the works of leading playwrights, actors, directors, and designers, past and present.
- Develop a clear understanding of the interaction between script, actor, and audience and the areas of scenery, lighting, sound, and costume.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Core Requirements (21 Units): | 21 | |
| THART 2 | Introduction to the Theatre Arts | 3 |
| THART 11 | Principles and Theory of Improvisation | 3 |
| THART 20 | Script Analysis | 3 |
| THART 22 | Acting II | 3 |
| THART 21 | Acting I | 3 |
| THART 31 | Rehearsal and Production I | 3 |
| THART 32 | Rehearsal and Production II | 3 |
| Electives- 3 courses from the following (9 units): | 9 | |
| THART 33 | Rehearsal and Production III | 3 |
| THART 34 | Rehearsal and Production IV | 3 |
| THART 40 | Stagecraft | 3 |
| THART 41 | Introduction to Stage Lighting | 3 |
| Total Major Units: | 30 | |
| General Education Requirements: | 21 | |
| Electives to meet 60 units: | ||
| Total Units: | 60 | |