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THEATRE DESIGN-ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE DEGREE

 

Through hands-on lab work and courses that focus on a dramaturgical approach to the creative process, this unique two-year degree is designed as a behind-the-scenes alternative to the AS Degree in performance. With a emphasis on theatrical design and stagecraft, this program will prepare students for entry-level positions in the field of Technical Direction, Costume Design, Sound Design, Lighting Design, Makeup Design or working on production crews. To earn an Associate Degree students must complete: (1) all major course requirements with a minimum grade of “C”; (2) Cypress College Native General Education requirements; California State University General Education Breadth requirements (CSU GE Breadth) or IGETC General Education requirements; (3) cultural diversity and reading requirements; (4) any elective courses to complete a minimum of 60 units; and, (5) have a minimum GPA of 2.0. At least 50% of all major course work must be completed at Cypress College. Courses that fulfill major requirements for an Associate Degree at Cypress College might not be the same as those required for completing the major at a transfer institution offering a Baccalaureate Degree. For information on specific university requirements, please consult with your counselor, or visit the Transfer Center.

 

REQUIRED THEATRE AND SKILLS COURSES (18 UNITS)

 

THEA 110 C  Stage Management for Theatre           3

THEA 111 C  Industry Prep for Theatre                    3

THEA 140 C  Introduction to Theatre Design           3

THEA 160 C  Computer Drafting for Theatre           3

ART    182 C  Beginning Drawing                            3

 

SELECT 6 UNITS FROM DESIGN AND COURSES (6 UNITS)

 

THEA 141 C  Video & Projection Design               3

THEA 142 C  Sound Design for Theatre                 3

THEA 144 C  Lighting Design for Theatre             3

THEA 145 C  Costume Design for Theatre             3
THEA 146 C  Scenic Painting                                 3

THEA 147 C  Stage Makeup                                   3

THEA 161 C  Scenic Design for Theatre                3

THEA 247 C  Prosthetic Makeup                            3

THEA 225 C  Directing for the Theatre                  3

 

or THEA 101 C Play Analysis                                3

or THEA 107 C Diversity in American Theatre     3

or THEA 107H C Honors Diversity in American Theatre  3

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SELECT FROM THE FOLLOWING PRODUCTION CLASSES (1-2 UNITS)

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THEA 149 C Stage Crew 1- Running                  1-2 

THEA 148 C Production Techniques 1               0.5-3

THEA 150 C Stage Crew 11- Production Prep    1-2

THEA 151 C Stage Crew 111 Costume/Makeup 1-2

THEA 152 C Stage Crew IV House/ Box Office 1-2

THEA 155 C Production Techniques 11            0.5-3

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Total Units       25-26

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