Program Type(s)
Certificate of Achievement 12-17 Semester (or 17-27 Quarter) Units
Program Goals
The Theatre program at San Diego City College provides a breadth of course work designed to meet the needs of the serious theatre student, as well as those who wish to include theatre as part of their liberal arts education. The theatre major at San Diego City College is one of six programs in the Visual and Performing Arts Division. Students entering into the program have the ability to pursue Associate of Arts degrees offered in Theatre and Musical Theatre; a Certificate of Achievement in Technical Theatre; and, Certificates of Performance offered in Special Effects (FX) Makeup, and Theatrical Glamour for Media and Performance. Courses are offered in acting, voice, movement, stagecraft, scene painting, costuming, playwriting, and makeup. Also offered are classes that explore theatre in a traditional academic setting. Hands-on practical experience is stressed through a wide-ranging production program, and students have the opportunity to work in all phases of production and performance. Students enjoy a unique combination of state-of-the-art facilities including two fully-equipped theatres, professional faculty and staff, and an active, respected production program which serves the campus and the community.
The Theatre program at San Diego City College strongly advocates for the inclusion of a Certificate of Achievement in Special Effects (FX) Makeup. As part of our mission, we seek to prepare students for employment in special effects makeup and theatre arts field. The Certificate of Achievement in Special Effects (FX) Makeup is designed to provide students with the needed skills and hands-on required for entry-level employment in special effects makeup industry. The program emphasis is placed on the design, development, and application process for character and creature prosthetics for stage, film, and television. The program culminates in a professional portfolio that could be used to obtain employment.
The Certificate of Achievement is often used by students who already have Associate or Bachelor’s Degrees who want to change careers or enhance their skills. The Certificate of Achievement in Special Effects (FX) Makeup is ideal for students interested in transfer courses in preparation for university theatre majors as well as skills in dramatic arts.