Musical Theatre Preparation
Certificate of Achievement Performing Arts · Palomar College · 2026-2027 Catalog
The Certificate in Musical Theatre Preparation prepares the students for auditions and performances in the Musical Theatre Genre. This certificate provides the students with the basic and continuing skills necessary to for involvement in community theatre, theme park, cruise ship, and a range of musical theatre opportunities.
Learning Outcome(s):
- Synthesize characterizations in music, theatre, and dance in a musical theatre scene.
- Perform a musical theatre number with proficiency, while integrating music, theatre, and dance.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Program Requirements | 16 | |
| MUS 173 | Musical Theatre Scenes I | 1 |
| DNCE 174 | Musical Theatre Scenes II | 1 |
| DNCE 149 | Afro-Cuban/Brazilian Dance I | 1 |
| DNCE 150 | Afro-Cuban/Brazilian Dance II | 1 |
| DNCE 115 | Ballet I | 1 |
| DNCE 116 | Ballet II | 1 |
| DNCE 131 | Tap II | 1 |
| DNCE 151 | Latin Social Dance I | 1 |
| DNCE 120 | Jazz Technique I | 1 |
| TA 115 | Acting I | 3 |
| MUS 130 | Fundamental Vocal Skills | 0.5 |
| TA 191A | Rehearsal and Performance I | 2 |
| MUS 131 | Vocal Literature and Performance | 0.5 |
| DNCE 130 | Tap I | 1 |
| Total | 16 | |