Theatre THEP.S.AA

Associate of Arts - 62 - 65 Credit Hours

Division: Liberal Arts, Communication and Social Sciences
Department: Theatre
Effective as of Fall 2026

What is the program about?

This degree program offers a comprehensive, university-parallel curriculum designed to prepare students for successful transfer to four-year institutions while providing them with a broad foundation in both the artistic and practical aspects of theatre. Students can customize their program of study to focus on either Acting or Theatre Technology, allowing them to specialize in their area of interest while gaining a well-rounded education in theatre. Students must pass all THE courses with a grade of C or better. As part of this degree program, students must complete the requirements of the Ohio Transfer 36 in order to graduate.

Program Outcomes

• For Theatre Acting Concentration: Demonstrate proficiency of skills needed in theatre performance with a range of acting techniques, including voice, movement and emotional depth and showcase these skills in professional presentation of audition techniques. For Theatre Technology concentration: Demonstrate proficiency of skills needed in theatre technology as a crew member and crew leader and create and present a professional portfolio showcasing this work.
• Demonstrate ability to analyze and interpret scripts from various genres, time periods and cultures and share ideas to implement this creative research for realized theatrical productions.
• Demonstrate ability to differentiate theatrical forms of storytelling as influenced by a wealth of world cultures from tribal origins to high-tech blockbusters of present day.
• Demonstrate competency in the area outside the Major field of study

Career Opportunities

Employment opportunities are available in areas such as performer, director, educator, dramaturge, playwright, arts administrator, company business or artistic manager, designer, technician, or stage manager. These positions can commonly be found in theatre, film, television commercials, voice over work, theme parks, cruise ships, education, rock shows, museums, churches, or fashion. This Theatre Performance degree also provides skills to enrich any career that requires artistic research, presentations, customer service, confidence or communication, safety troubleshooting, management, and creative problem solving.

Transferability

Completion of this program guarantees completion of the Ohio Transfer 36 (OT36). OT36 courses are guaranteed to transfer to any public institution in Ohio on a course-by-course basis or in total.

Program Accreditation Information

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