Theatre Arts
Arts & Humanities
Overview
The Theatre Arts Associate of Arts degree prepares students for transfer to a university program in drama production, education, or theory. To ensure seamless transfer, students must develop their specific program of study in close coordination with a Cochise College advisor.
Students will be prepared for careers as a:
- Actor
- Voice Talent
- Drama Teacher
- Writer, Director or Producer
Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete this program will be able to do the following:
- Analyze theories of dramatic art and practice in acting situations: basic acting techniques, theatrical vocabulary and comportment, and character and script analysis.
- Examine and articulate the history and tradition of Western theatre and its representative drama, from classical to contemporary.
- Evaluate and apply advanced techniques of acting through physical and vocal expression, improvisation, and scene work, with emphasis on the actor's approach to characterization.
- Differentiate among the structural elements of major dramatic forms and styles.
- Review representative plays and analyze their structures in relationship to modes of presentation and the resulting effects.
Admission Requirements
To ensure seamless transfer, students must develop their specific program of study in close coordination with a Cochise College advisor.
Degree & Certificates
Important Dates
Program Information
Spring: January 13, 2025
Summer: May 27, 2025
Fall: August 18, 2025
Review the degree map in the academic catalog to view the recommended program semester start dates.

Review the degree map in the academic catalog to view the recommended program semester start dates.
Degree: 4 Semesters
This is the recommended program length for a student taking all of the recommended courses each semester.

This is the recommended program length for a student taking all of the recommended courses each semester.
Degree: 60-62 credits
The academic catalog has a list of all of the required courses for this program.

The academic catalog has a list of all of the required courses for this program.
Please see the Tuition & Fees page for more information about all related costs. Using the Academic Program Cost section can help you find costs related to certain programs.

Please see the Tuition & Fees page for more information about all related costs. Using the Academic Program Cost section can help you find costs related to certain programs.
Spring: January 13, 2025
Summer: May 27, 2025
Fall: August 18, 2025
Review the degree map in the academic catalog to view the recommended program semester start dates.

Review the degree map in the academic catalog to view the recommended program semester start dates.

Degree: 4 Semesters
This is the recommended program length for a student taking all of the recommended courses each semester.

This is the recommended program length for a student taking all of the recommended courses each semester.

Degree: 60-62 credits
The academic catalog has a list of all of the required courses for this program.

The academic catalog has a list of all of the required courses for this program.

Please see the Tuition & Fees page for more information about all related costs. Using the Academic Program Cost section can help you find costs related to certain programs.

Please see the Tuition & Fees page for more information about all related costs. Using the Academic Program Cost section can help you find costs related to certain programs.

Theatre Arts Instructors
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