The associate of art degree in drama is a two-year course of study that prepares students for transfer to four-year drama programs and professional training schools, as well as entry level opportunities in community and professional theater. To prepare students for this competitive field, the associate of art degree in drama offers students two areas of specialization from which to choose: Acting or Musical Theater. Intensive, hands-on experience is gained through course work and supporting drama productions presented in the Performing Arts Center and the Arena Theater.

Completion of a B.A. or B.F.A. in theater arts can lead to professional careers in acting, musical theater, technical theater, directing, and design.

Students completing the associate of art degree in drama will be well prepared for both the competitive process of gaining entrance into an advanced course of study in drama at a four year or professional training school, and successfully working as an actor.

课程学习成果

✔ analyze the important impact of historical and current acting training techniques in the American theater.

✔ demonstrate professional acting techniques and character development.

✔ analyze the sociological, political, and economic factors that have impacted American theater throughout history.

✔ demonstrate correct audition techniques for stage.