Theatre Arts, Performance Concentration, A.F.A.

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Thomas King • (901)333-5179

The Theatre Arts - Performance Concentration is the study of theatrical performance relating to literary, physical, and historical contexts. The Associate of Fine Art in Theatre Arts (Performance) is a two-year program for students planning to continue their education to earn a bachelor’s degree in theatre arts or related fields.

First Semester: 16 credit hours

Second Semester: 17 credit hours

Third Semester: 14 credit hours

Fourth Semester: 13 credit hours

Humanities/Fine Arts Course Gen Ed Elective
Social/Behavioral Sciences Course Gen Ed Elective
Theatre Electives 6 credit hours²
Elective 1 credit hour²

Total Program Credits: 60

Contact Thomas King, Theater Program Coordinator, (901) 333-5179, for college-parallel area of emphasis, advising, and transfer information. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about the transferability of credits.

¹Review General Education pages and/or consult advisor for correct selection.

²Suggested Electives:

THEA 1025 Stage Craft I

THEA 2025 Stage Craft II

THEA 1040 Fundamentals of Theatrical Design

COMM 1620 Voice and Articulation

THEA 2660 Introduction to Playwriting

³Review General Education pages and select a 2000 level literature course (ENGL)