# Theater Arts-Technical Theater (A.A.)

Napa Valley College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Theater Arts

Source: https://catalog.napavalley.edu/areas-of-study/theater-arts/theater-arts-technical-theater-aa/

This degree provides a foundation in Theater Arts for students interested in pursuing an Associate's degree or higher in Drama/Theater, with an acting or technical emphasis, or pursuing a career in the entertainment industry. To fulfill the requirements for this degree, students will complete the required course and work with a counselor to determine the appropriate pattern of general education courses based on the student’s individual educational goals.

##### Program Learning Outcomes

1.  Analyze dramatic literature.
2.  Show a cultural and artistic appreciation of theater arts.
3.  Demonstrate basic theater performance and production skills.

##### Degree Requirements

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Required Core Courses (12 units)** | |  |
| THEA-100 | Introduction to Theater | 3 |
| or THEA-120 | History of Theater |  |
| THEA-110 | Acting I | 3 |
| THEA-140 | Technical Theatre in Production | 3 |
| or THEA-141 | Stagecraft |  |
| THEA-174 | Culture and Gender in Theater | 3 |
| **Required Electives: List A (3 units)** | |  |
| **Complete 1 course from the following:** | | 3 |
| ↳ THEA-151 | Rehearsal and Performance: Non Musical |  |
| ↳ THEA-153 | Rehearsal and Performance: Musical |  |
| **Required Electives: List B (6 units)** | |  |
| **Complete 2 courses from the following:** | | 6 |
| ↳ THEA-100 | Introduction to Theater |  |
| ↳ THEA-140 | Technical Theatre in Production |  |
| **Total Units** | | **21** |

1. Must complete 6 units of courses not already taken from required core courses.

_To receive an Associate Degree, students must complete 60 degree applicable semester units with a grade point average of at least 2.0. Students must also complete the_ _NVC General Education_ _pattern and the_ _Health, Wellness and Self Development graduation requirement_ _to earn an Associate degree. Consultation with a Counselor is highly encouraged to ensure all requirements are met._