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Theatre Arts

Program Year (2024-2025)

About the Program

(Not Eligible for Financial Aid) Through an intensive program of production work in the Butte College Drama Department, combined with courses throughout the college, the student will gain the theory and applied training work experience to find career choices in live theatre, film and other communication related fields. Upon completion of this certificate program, the student will be able to analyze texts and scripts as they pertain to performances, demonstrate the ability to complete assignments in his/her area of technical expertise, collaborate with others to produce a live stage performance, recognize standard practices of ensemble playing in a rehearsal/performance environment, analyze dramatic literature or productions to identify form and period.

The Certificate in Theatre Arts equips students with a multitude of skills applicable to many careers, not just those in the performing arts. The students earning a Certificate in Theatre Arts are prepared for a host of job opportunities within and beyond the performing arts, including but not limited to: Actor, Director, Technician, Sales Representative, Customer Service Representative, Stage Crew, Carpenter, House Manager, Amusement Park Entertainer, Model, Tour Guide and Voice-Over Performer.


Program Requirements

Program Goal: Local
GE Pattern(s): None
Program Code: THEATREARTS.CC

Program Learning Outcome(s):

Upon successful completion of this program, the student will be able to:

  • Describe the historical evolution of theatre and identify a variety of theatrical disciplines, including playwright, actor, director, and technician.

  • Use appropriately the terminology of acting and the theatre.

  • Collaborate with others to create theatre productions.

  • Apply standard practices of ensemble playing in both rehearsal and performance environments.

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Required courses:
15 Units
Select three units:

Contacts

Ryan Heimlich, Chair
(530) 879-6148

Department Office: ARTS 224
(530) 895-2994

Counseling and Advising:
(530) 895-2378

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