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Performing Arts Degree

Associate of Arts
Actors on stage in a performance of Hair

If you plan to pursue a career or four-year degree in theatre, dance, or other performing arts, start with MC's performing arts degree. 

This degree provides a fundamental course of study and training for students who plan to complete a bachelor's degree, expect to enter a professional training program in theatre or dance, or wish to seek professional employment in theatre, dance, or related areas. 

Program Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, a student will be able to:

  • Discuss the importance of dance, theatre, or music as performing arts situated in cultural, historical, and aesthetic contexts.
  • Employ the specialized vocabulary of dance, theatre, or music as it applies to history and current professional practice.
  • Analyze components of dance, theatre, or music in order to make informed aesthetic choices.
  • Demonstrate mastery of skills and techniques required to produce or perform a work of dance, theatre, or music according to standards of professional and safe practice.

Program Advising

Meet with your academic advisor regularly to discuss your academic plans and make sure you are on track to graduate and/or transfer.  

Transfer Opportunities

MC has a long history of successfully preparing students for transfer to four-year institutions. See all transfer agreements.

Careers

For some positions listed, a bachelor's degree or higher may be required. Use the Career and Program Explorer to see a full report for this career field. See links below chart for further guidance and/or connect with a Program Advisor to discuss career goals.

Some careers in this field include actors, producers, and directors, among others. 

  • MC Student Employment Services: Speak with the Student Employment Specialist for help with resume writing, interviewing, setting up a College Central Network (CCN)new window account and other job search topics.
  • Career Coach: Explore Career Coach to learn more about this career and/or discover related majors and in-demand careers based on your current interests! Take a Career Assessment and then browse careers and job opportunities in the area.

Curriculum 

Suggest Course Sequence: Performing Arts

A suggested course sequence for students follows.

 

How To Apply and Register

 


Related Programs and Courses

General Studies Degree

Students who major in general studies explore personal, professional, and academic areas of interest within a flexible framework supporting transfer.

Workforce Development and Continuing Education

Find out about performing arts classes in Workforce Development and Continuing Education's Community Arts Program.