# Theatre Arts - Theatre Performance (A.A. Degree)

Santa Ana College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Theatre Arts

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Program Code: SAC.TAPER.AA

Program Control Number: 04220

The Associates in Arts in Theatre Performance degree provides a fundamental exploration of the art of theater focusing on performance styles and acting techniques. It is designed to prepare the student for a performance career in stage, digital television, and film, as well as other occupations where voice training, dynamic presentations, and adaptability are important. This degree provides a flexible and diverse study plan in comparison to the associate in arts for transfer degree. Please consult a SAC counselor for information about course requirements for four-year institutions.

**Learning Outcome(s):**

1.  Demonstrate experience in performing characters in live stage productions.
2.  Define the interaction between script, actor, and audience and the areas of scenic, lighting, sound, and costume design.
3.  Analyze the historical and cultural dimensions of theater including the works of playwrights, actors, directors, and designers.

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Required Courses** | | 14-15 |
| THEA 123 | Introduction to Drama and Acting | 3 |
| or THEA 105 | Theatre History 1 | 3 |
| or THEA 120 | Musical Theatre History | 3 |
| THEA 110 | Acting Fundamentals | 3 |
| THEA 131 | Stagecraft | 3 |
| THEA 132 | Stage Makeup | 3 |
| THEA 150A | Rehearsal and Performance in Production | 2 |
| or THEA 151 | Showcase I | 3 |
| or THEA 152 | Tour Ensemble | 3 |
| **Electives** | | 9-13 |
| THEA 111 | Intermediate Acting | 3 |
| THEA 113 | Acting for the Camera | 3 |
| THEA 114 | Acting for the Camera II | 3 |
| THEA 118 | Fundamentals of Scene Study | 2 |
| THEA 153 | Introduction to Directing | 2 |
| THEA 169 | Work Experience - Theatre | 1-4 |
| THEA 178 | Musical Theatre Techniques | 3 |
| THEA 177 | Principles of Playwriting | 3 |
| THEA 186 | Voice for the Actor | 3 |
| THEA 190 | Improvisation for Stage and Screen | 3 |
| THEA 255 | Motion Picture Performance Production | 3 |
| **Total** | | **23-28** |