About the Program
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 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
For current program requirements -> 2024-2025
Program Goal: Career
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.
Unit(s): 3.00
Recommended Prep: Reading Level IV; English Level IV
Transfer Status: CSU/UC
Contact Hours:
51.00 hours Lecture
Total Course Hours: 51.00
This course focuses on the relationship of theatre to various cultures throughout history, and on the contributions of significant individual artists. This course discusses elements of the production process including playwriting, acting, directing, design, and criticism. Students will also survey different periods, styles and genres of theatre through play reading, discussion, films and viewing and critiquing live theatre, including required attendance of theatre productions. (Acting is not required). (C-ID THTR 111).
Unit(s): 3.00
Recommended Prep: Reading Level III; English Level II
Transfer Status: CSU/UC
Contact Hours:
51.00 hours Lecture
Total Course Hours: 51.00
This course prepares a student to apply basic acting theory to performance and develops the skills of interpretation of drama through acting. Special attention is paid to skills for performance: memorization, stage movement, vocal production, and interpretation of text. (C-ID THTR 151).
Corequisite(s): Enrollment in one or more additional drama courses.
Unit(s): 3.00
Transfer Status: CSU/UC
Contact Hours:
0.00 hours Lecture
/ 153.00 hours Lab
Total Course Hours: 153.00
This course provides instruction and supervised participation in theatre rehearsal and performance. (C-ID THTR 191).
Unit(s): 3.00
Transfer Status: CSU/UC
Contact Hours:
0.00 hours Lecture
/ 153.00 hours Lab
Total Course Hours: 153.00
Students will gain practical experience in the application of production responsibilities in any of the following: stage management, house management, construction, scenery, properties, costume, lighting, sound, and running crews. (C-ID THTR 192).
Unit(s): 3.00
Recommended Prep: DRAM 12 and Reading Level IV; English Level III
Transfer Status: CSU
Contact Hours:
51.00 hours Lecture
Total Course Hours: 51.00
This course will introduce students to the principles of play selection and/or creative drama as applied to the specialized area of child development majors, elementary, middle, and high school environments. Focus will be given to the practical use of drama as an artistic expression, as a statement of values, and as an instructional strategy. The creative dramatics aspect of the course covers methods of developing creativity and dramatic instincts in children. This course is recommended for future pre-k, elementary, middle, and high school teachers, and recreation specialists.
Prerequisite(s): DRAM 8
Unit(s): 3.00
Transfer Status: CSU/UC
Contact Hours:
51.00 hours Lecture
Total Course Hours: 51.00
This course follows DRAM 8 and continues the exploration of theories and techniques used in preparation for the interpretation of drama through acting. The emphasis will be placed on deepening the understanding of the acting process through character analysis, monologues, and scenes. (C-ID THTR 152).
Unit(s): 3.00
Recommended Prep: FASH 9 and FASH 74
Transfer Status: CSU
Contact Hours:
34.00 hours Lecture
/ 51.00 hours Lab
Total Course Hours: 85.00
This course is a study of costume history, design, and basic construction techniques as an introduction to basic theatrical costuming. Fabrics and their various uses will be investigated. (C-ID THTR 174).
Unit(s): 1.00
Transfer Status: NT
Contact Hours:
8.50 hours Lecture
/ 25.50 hours Lab
Total Course Hours: 34.00
This course introduces students to the major aspects of professional theatre production. Emphasis is placed on developing an awareness of the artistry, the scope, and the impact of live theatre presentations. Students are responsible for the entire cost of the field trip, including but not limited to transportation, lodging, meals, and admissions to performances. The instructor will select a genre and a specific production, and will lead the students on a guided field trip to attend the production.
Unit(s): 1.00
Transfer Status: CSU/UC
Contact Hours:
8.50 hours Lecture
/ 25.50 hours Lab
Total Course Hours: 34.00
This course consists of individualized study of the appropriate techniques and repertoire for voice. The focus of the course is on fundamentals: reading music, posture, rhythm, breath control, and performance. Emphasis is on the progressive development of skills needed for solo performance. Achievement is evaluated through a juried performance. This course is primarily intended for music majors. (C-ID MUS 160).
Prerequisite(s): MUS 30
Unit(s): 3.00
Transfer Status: CSU/UC
Contact Hours:
34.00 hours Lecture
/ 68.00 hours Lab
Total Course Hours: 102.00
In this course students will apply their vocal and acting skills in a live performance. Students will also develop the ability to interrelate with other performers utilizing skills intrinsic to musical productions.
Unit(s): 1.50
Transfer Status: CSU/UC
Contact Hours:
17.00 hours Lecture
/ 34.00 hours Lab
Total Course Hours: 51.00
This course provides instruction centered upon improving the knowledge and physical techniques of jazz dance. The course will identify jazz dance styles: lyrical, contemporary, and character/musical theater. Basic jazz dance techniques, choreography, and vocabulary will be applied and practiced.
Corequisite(s): DRAM 10
Unit(s): 2.00
Transfer Status: CSU/UC
Contact Hours:
17.00 hours Lecture
/ 51.00 hours Lab
Total Course Hours: 68.00
This course introduces students to dance styles and choreography used in theatrical performance. Students will learn appropriate warm-up, technique for dance, and strengthening exercises. Topics will include the rules of etiquette and basic terminology used in theatre and dance production.
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Contacts
Daniel Donnelly, Chair
(530) 895-2880
Department Office: ARTS 224
(530) 895-2994
Counseling and Advising:
(530) 895-2378
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