Associate in Arts Degree with Emphasis in Theatre
The Associate in Arts degree with Emphasis in Theatre combines liberal arts general education courses and introductory theatre arts courses. General education requirements fulfill the theatre students need to develop conceptual and communication skills necessary for successful transfer and completion of a baccauleaureate arts degree or a successful professional career.
Theatre Course Requirements (18 credits total)
The student is required to take the following courses (six credits total):
THTR 1116 Introduction to Theatre
THTR 2150 Script Analysis
Plus two of the following (for a total of six credits):
THTR 1130 Introduction to Stage Costumes
THTR 1140 Introduction to Stagecraft
THTR 1145 Introduction to Stage Lighting and Sound
THTR 2520 Stage Management
Plus two of the following (for a total of 6 credits):
THTR 1101 Voice and Movement
THTR 1151 Acting 1
THTR 2151 Acting 2
Associate in Fine Arts Degree in Theatre Performance
The Associate in Fine Arts (AFA) in Theatre Performance is a combination of liberal arts general education courses and foundation courses in theatre that are part of the first two years of theatre performance studies. The degree is earned by completing 64 credits with a minimum of 24 credits of theatre requirements.
The AFA in Theatre Performance includes the requirements of the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum within the degree. To complete the requirements within the 64 credit minimum, students are advised to carefully plan their coursework.
Students should consult their intended institution for any additional admissions or general education requirements.
Theatre Course Requirements (24 credits total)
The following are currently the required theatre courses for students completing an AFA in Theatre Performance.
THTR 1101 Voice and Movement
THTR 1116 Introduction to Theatre
THTR 1120 Theatre Performance Practicum*
THTR 1122 Technical Theatre Practicum
THTR 1135 Makeup
THTR 1151 Acting 1
THTR 2150 Script Analysis
THTR 2151 Acting 2
THTR 2160 Audition Techniques
General Education Requirements:
Complete the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC). With careful planning, courses used to satisfy Goals 5 and 6 may also be counted for Goals 7,8,9 and 10.
Other Graduation Requirements:
Complete the specific major requirements.
Earn a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.00 or higher for coursework completed at Normandale.
Earn 50 of the 64 credits at Normandale (earn 41 credits at Normandale if 9 credits have been transferred in from other Minnesota State Colleges and Universities) OR
Earn 20 of the last 28 credits at Normandale (earn 11 credits at Normandale if 9 of the last 28 credits have been transferred in from other Minnesota State Colleges and Universities).
File a graduation application during the first month of the semester you plan to complete your coursework.
Curriculum
Courses offered in this department:
THTR 1101 Voice and Movement
THTR 1111 Introduction to Cinema
THTR 1116 Introduction to Theatre
THTR 1117 Introduction to Television
THTR 1118 Theatre in the Twin Cities
THTR 1120 Theatre Performance Practicum
THTR 1122 Technical Theatre Practicum
THTR 1130 Introduction to Stage Costumes
THTR 1135 Introduction to Stage Makeup
THTR 1140 Introduction to Stagecraft
THTR 1145 Introduction to Stage Lighting & Sound
THTR 1151 Acting 1
THTR 1900 Topics in Theatre Studies
THTR 2020 Basic Design for the Stage
THTR 2150 Script Analysis
THTR 2151 Acting 2
THTR 2160 Audition Techniques for Stage & Screen
THTR 2520 Stage Management
For course descriptions and additional program information visit the Normandale catalog online.
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Department Admin
Dean: Jeffrey Judge, Dean of Humanities
Dean's Assistant: Carmel Johnson
Additional faculty:
Jenny Hanson
Mission Statement
The Theatre department offers students the opportunity to explore the theatrical arts academically, professionally and in performance.
Introductory coursework in theatre, television and cinema not only prepares students to understand how plays, programs, and films are made but also helps them comprehend the roles played by the dramatic arts in their local, national, international and multicultural communities. Workshop-based instruction in the performing and technical arts offers students a hands-on opportunity to participate in the theatre and prepares students for careers in theatre, or theatre education or to transfer to other institutions. Department productions enable students and the community to pursue lifelong learning by exploring the forms of expressions through which we interpret ourselves and the world.
