Theatre Arts - Theatre Performance

A.A. Degree Theatre Arts · Santa Ana College · 2026-2027 Catalog

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.
CourseTitleUnits
Required Courses14-15
THEA 123Introduction to Drama and Acting3
orTHEA 105Theatre History 13
orTHEA 120Musical Theatre History3
THEA 110Acting Fundamentals3
THEA 131Stagecraft3
THEA 132Stage Makeup3
THEA 150ARehearsal and Performance in Production2
orTHEA 151Showcase I3
orTHEA 152Tour Ensemble3
Electives9-13
THEA 111Intermediate Acting3
THEA 113Acting for the Camera3
THEA 114Acting for the Camera II3
THEA 118Fundamentals of Scene Study2
THEA 153Introduction to Directing2
THEA 169Work Experience - Theatre1-4
THEA 178Musical Theatre Techniques3
THEA 177Principles of Playwriting3
THEA 186Voice for the Actor3
THEA 190Improvisation for Stage and Screen3
THEA 255Motion Picture Performance Production3
Total23-28

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