The Associate in Arts in Theatre Arts: Technical Theatre Degree provides introductory knowledge of technical theatre. After successfully completing this degree, a student could be hired as a: stage manager, actor, playwright, crew member in the film and/or television industry, production assistant, casting assistant or general theatre technician.

This degree will better prepare a student to secure a job as a technician in the theatre, television or film industries.

To earn an Associate in Arts in Theatre Arts: Technical Theatre Degree, students must complete 18 specified major units, plus General Education Degree Requirements.

In addition to General Education degree requirements, complete the following:

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

• demonstrate literacy in Theatre history and appreciation.
• apply learned theatrical skills with an emphasis on scenic design, technical production, stagecraft, lighting, audio, costume construction and/or make-up application.
• apply management and problem solving skills to produce a theatrical work in a studio or main stage venue.
• collaborate with peers and instructors in practical applications of technical skills on original or scripted works.
• demonstrate a practical working knowledge of tools and technologies integral to theatre production.