Theatre Technology
Earn a Degee or Certificate in Theatre Technology
The 杏吧视频 Theatre Technology Program offers an AA degree and a variety of credit and non-credit certificates to prepare you for entry-level positions in professional and community theatre.
Our classes teach you strong fundamentals of costumes, makeup, scenery, lighting, theatre management, and design for the theatre.
All 杏吧视频 Theatre Technology classes can be take for credit if you are pursuing a degree or career certificate, or non-credit if you are interested in learning new job skills or just having fun.
Questions About Credit vs. Non-Credit ClassesIf you have questions about which classes or certificate is right for you, contact Theatre Arts Department Chair Leigh Henderson at hendersonleigh@fhda.edu. |
Hands-On Experience
Through our classes, you'll gain significant hands-on experience working on department productions, including our annual musical.
Depending on your area of interest, your work on department productions might include:
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Set construction
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Props crew
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Stage crew
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Wardrobe crew
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Operating lighting, sound, or projections
After gaining experience in entry-level positions, students can advance to leadership roles such as:
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Wardrobe supervisor
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Props supervisor
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Assistant stage manager
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Stage manager
Advanced students can take on creative positions including:
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Lighting designer
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Sound designer
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Costume designer
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Projections designer
Our program also introduces students to local theatre companies, with opportunities to work on their productions.
After completing the program, students are prepared to transfer to a four-year college or pursue entry-level positions with professional and community theatres. Our students and alumni work with theatre companies throughout the Bay Area and beyond.
Theatre Technology Degree & Certificates
View list below for programs offered at 杏吧视频. Then select program map for a possible schedule that fulfills program and college requirements.
For program requirements and full course listings, view .
Note: Certificates of Proficiency and Career Certificates are non-transcriptable and consist of 13-35 units. These certificates are designed as a career advancement tool. Courses focus on practical knowledge and skill development.
Associate in Arts
Certificate of Achievement
Career Certificate
View for career certificate requirements.
- Theatre Production Organization, CC
- Theatre Technology, CC
- Theatre Costume and Makeup, CC
Non-Credit Certificate of Completion
View for non-credit certificate of completion requirements.
Earn a Career Certificate in Theatre Costume & Makeup
We offer three progressive classes in Fashion and Costume Construction at 杏吧视频. Watch our short trailer to learn more and check out all our Theatre Arts degree and certificate options above.
Watch How to Make Dazzling Crafty Costumes!
Contact Us
Lohman Theatre Box Office
Building 8000, Parking Lot 8 |
