Theatre at Oxnard College is a set of classes that can be used as electives, or in some cases to meet general education requirements, with the hope to inspire a student to think about a career in performance. We regularly offer classes that provide theoretical instruction and hands-on experience for students concentrating on a career both on- and off-stage. Students gain experience in all areas of the dramatic arts by participating in theatre productions mounted in Fall and Spring semesters. Students who take Theatre classes may pursue careers in acting, directing, play-writing, as well as lighting, set, sound, costume, and make-up design. The study of Theatre encourages all students to enrich their appreciation of varying forms of art and enhances their abilities in communication, critical analysis, and self-expression.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

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

• Knowledge of the various means (acting, directing, designing, constructing, etc.) through which a theatrical concept is realized.
• Knowledge of plays that are representative of the development of theatre and theatre history, including its cultural context and its modes of production.
• Knowledge of research sources and methods.
• The ability to think critically and analytically, and to evaluate critical concepts in the context of a range of individual dramatic works.
• The cultivation and development of a professional discipline, collaborative attitude, artistic standards and judgement and respect for the art form as it contributes to an understanding of human diversity.
• The ability to respond as a critically informed member of the theatre audience.
• An appreciation of how the knowledge and skills learned in the discipline of theatre can transfer to life skills.

For more information, contact:

Nicholas C. Pappas
(805) 678-5367
nicholas_pappas1@vcccd.edu