Students studying Theater Arts at West get hands-on opportunities to act, direct, write, and create costumes, props and sets.
The Associate of Arts degree in Theater offers students coursework that aligns with specific lower-division major requirements at various universities within the California State University (CSU) and University of California (UC) systems. Students interested in transferring to a four-year university with a major in Theater are encouraged to visit the Transfer Center for complete information regarding transfer requirements for the institution of their choice.
Suggested course of study for Theater Arts majors (in conjunction with other AA degree requirements):
Semesters
Year One
Year Two
Fall Semester
Theater 110 - History of World Theater OR
Theater 100 - Intro to Theater
Theater 270 - Beginning Acting
Theater 114 - Script Analysis
Dance Techniques 111 - Ballet Techniques 1
Spring Semester
Theater 231 OR Theater 232 OR Theater 233 - Play Production
Theater 271 - Intermediate Acting
Theater 305 - Introduction to Design for the Theater
Other Theater Courses Offered (but not required for the degree)
