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http://www.wwcc.edu/theatrearts

Program available at/via: [Walla Walla]

Department Overview: The Theatre Arts department offers a wide range of theatre courses and production opportunities. Through the study of the theatrical arts (acting, directing, stagecraft, design, and playwriting) students experience the power and value of theatre as a form of cultural development, societal reflection, and communication. Theatrical experience helps students gain a deeper understanding of themselves and human behavior by developing creative and critical thinking skills in a teamwork environment.

Program Level Outcomes:

• Employ an increasing range of rudimentary acting skills, including the ability to create characters convincingly and project one’s self believably in word and action into imaginary circumstances.
• Demonstrate increasing creativity in outward verbal and non-verbal expression.
• Develop and display a continuing respect for the differing talents and abilities of other artists/performers.
• Apply standard terminology of the acting profession.
• Demonstrate application of a given “tools/materials” used in the production of a live performance.
• Exhibit the people skills necessary for effective ensemble work (teamwork) to occur.

Degrees: Students may earn an Associate in Arts AA-DTA degree (90 credits) which is designed for students planning to transfer to a baccalaureate institution with junior standing. Students pursuing this degree should meet with an academic advisor at WWCC and an advisor at their intended baccalaureate institution to determine an appropriate educational plan. (See AA-DTA in Degrees section of catalog).

Preparation for Success: Most people studying for a bachelor’s degree in Theatre Arts take courses in radio and television broadcasting, communications, film, theater, and dramatic literature. Many continue their academic training and earn a Master of Fine Arts (MFA) degree. Students planning to major in Theatre Arts at a four-year college or university should take as many Theatre Arts courses as possible, especially Intro to Theatre, Acting, and courses in dramatic literature.

Other Information: The Theatre Arts Department is part of the Performing and Visual Arts Division. This division provides a safe and inclusive learning environment, working to support the creative potential of all WWCC students. The division provides a variety of venues to feature student work.  

The Theatre Arts Department also supports students’ efforts to fulfill degree requirements by offering a wide array of courses appealing to multiple levels of interest, skill, and experience. Course offerings provide the basis for transfer, occupations, and life-long learning.

Courses

• DRMA 151 - Beginning Acting I
• DRMA 152 - Beginning Acting II
• DRMA 153 - Beginning Acting III
• DRMA 190 - Play Production I
• DRMA 191 - Play Production II
• DRMA 192 - Play Production III
• DRMA 251 - Intermediate Acting I
• DRMA 252 - Intermediate Acting II
• DRMA 253 - Intermediate Acting III
• DRMA 290 - Play Production IV
• DRMA 291 - Play Production V
• DRMA 292 - Play Production VI
• DRMA 298 - Special Topics
• DRMA 299 - Special Projects

• DRMA& 101 - Introduction to Theatre

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