MCCCD Program Description

Associate in Arts, Fine Arts, Emphasis in Musical Theatre

Major: 8314
Effective Term: 2024 Fall
Award Type: AAFA

CIP Code: 50.0509

Program Availability: CG EM GC MC PC PV SC SM
Instructional Council: Dance, Music, Theatre Arts
Total Credits: 66-83
GPA: 2.00

SOC Code: Upon completion of this degree, students may pursue a career as:
27-2042.01 Singers
27-2011.00 Actors
27-2031.00 Dancers
25-3021.00 Self-Enrichment Education Teachers

Upon completion of a bachelor degree, students may pursue a career as:
27-2012.00 Producers and Directors
27-2012.01 Producers
27-2032.00 Choreographers
25-2031.00 Secondary School Teachers

Upon completion of a graduate degree, students may pursue a career as:
25-1121.00 Theatre, Music or Dance Teachers, Postsecondary

Description: The Associate in Arts, Fine Arts (AAFA), Emphasis in Musical Theatre degree provides a foundation in performance and production practices in music, theatre, and dance. The degree is designed to prepare students to meet selective admission criteria for programs, such as the Bachelor of Musical Theatre, which may require an audition.

Program Learning Outcomes
1. Demonstrate fundamental technical and artistic proficiency in singing, dancing, and acting. (COM/THP271, DAN102++, DAN104++, DAN106AA, DAN106AB, DAN129, DAN130, DAN131, DAN132, DAN133, DAN134, DAN135, DAN136, DAN140, DAN145, DAN202++, DAN229, DAN230, DAN231, DAN231AA, DAN232, DAN232AA, DAN233, DAN233AA, DAN234, DAN235, DAN235AA, DAN236, DAN236AA, DAN240, DAN245, MTC101, MTC105, MTC106, MTC155, MTC156, MTC205, MTC206, MTC255, MTC256, MUP101AA, MUP102AA, MUP131, MUP151AA, MUP152AA, MUP202AA, MUP252AA, MUP/THO270, THE111, THE220, THP112, THP131, THP212, [CS], [SG], [SQ], (CRE)) 2. Create convincing characters through techniques in voice, movement, and interpretation. (COM/THP271, DAN102++, DAN104++, DAN106AA, DAN106AB, DAN129, DAN130, DAN131, DAN132, DAN133, DAN134, DAN135, DAN136, DAN140, DAN145, DAN202++, DAN229, DAN230, DAN231, DAN231AA, DAN232, DAN232AA, DAN233, DAN233AA, DAN234, DAN234AA, DAN235, DAN235AA, DAN236, DAN236AA, DAN240, DAN245, MUP101AA, MUP102AA, MUP151AA, MUP152AA, MUP/THO270, MUP/THP273, THE111, THE220, THP112, THP131, THP212, [FYC], [SG], [SQ], (CRE)) 3. Locate and evaluate multiple sources of information in order to inform performance. (COM/THP271, DAH100, DAH250, DAN210, MHL146, MTC101, MTC105, MTC155, MTC205, MTC255, MUP101AA, MUP102AA, MUP131, MUP132, MUP151AA, MUP152AA, MUP231, MUP232, MUP/THO270, MUP/THP273, THE111, THE220, THP112, THP131, THP201AA, THO202AA, THP212, THP213, [FYC], [MA], [SB], [SG], [SQ], (COM), (CRE)) 4. Examine and interpret relevant historical and cultural context to inform individual performance and the production process. (COM/THP271, DAH100, DAH250, DAN210, MHL146, MTC101, MTC105, MTC155, MTC205, MTC255, MUP131, MUP/THO270, MUP/THO270AA, MUP/THP273, THE111, THE220, THP112, THP131, THP201AA, THO202AA, THP212, THP213, [CS], [FYC], [MA], [SB], [SG], [SQ], (CRE)) 5. Integrate the unique characteristics, complexities, and best practices of the performing arts to inform individual performance and the production process. (COM/THP271, DAN210, MHL146, MUP/THO270, MUP/THP273, THE111, THE220, THP112, THP131, THP201AA, THO202AA, THP213, [MA], (CRE)) 6. Interpret and apply constructive feedback as appropriate. (COM/THP271, DAH100, DAH250, DAN210, MHL146, MUP101AA, MUP102AA, MUP131, MUP151AA, MUP152AA, MUP/THO270, MUP/THO270AA, MUP/THP273, THE111, THE220, THP112, THP131, THP212, THP213, THP201AA, THO202AA, [FYC], [SB], [SG], [SQ], (COM), (CRE)) 7. Collaborate effectively by identifying the importance of individual roles and contributions, diverse experiences, and opinions. (DAH100, DAH250, DAN210, MHL146, MUP101AA, MUP102AA, MUP151AA, MUP152AA, MUP/THO270, MUP/THP273, THE111, THE220, THP112, THP131, THP201AA, THO202AA, THP212, THP213, COM/THP271, [FYC], [MA], [SB], [SG], [SQ], (COM)) 8. Apply the required time, focus, and acquired skills to achieve short, mid-, and long term goals. (COM/THP271, DAH100, DAH250, DAN210, MHL146, MTC101, MTC105, MTC155, MTC205, MTC255, MUP101AA, MUP102AA, MUP151AA, MUP152AA, MUP131, MUP/THO270, THE111, THE220, THP112, THP131, THP212, THP213, THP201AA, THO202AA, [CS], [FYC], [MA], [SB], [SG], [SQ], (COM), (CRE)) 9. Develop and employ an effective collection of audition/portfolio materials to highlight relevant aspects of music, dance, and theatrical abilities. (DAN210, MHL146, MUP101AA, MUP102AA, MUP151AA, MUP152AA, MUP131, MUP/THO270, MUP/THP273, THE111, THE220, THP112, THP201AA, THO202AA, THP212, THP213, [FYC], [SB], (CRE)) 10. Adhere to ethical standards and current practices related to intellectual property and copyright laws, permissions, and revision of source material. (COM/THP271, DAN210, MHL146, MUP101AA, MUP102AA, MUP131, MUP151AA, MUP152AA, MUP/THO270, MUP/THP273, THE111, THE220, THP112, THP131, THP201AA, THO202AA, THP212, THP213, [FYC], [MA], [SB], [SG], [SQ], (COM), (CRE)) 11. Communicate effectively in written, verbal, and nonverbal forms. (COM/THP271, DAH100, DAH250, DAN210, MHL146, MTC101, MTC105, MTC155, MTC205, MTC255, MUP101AA, MUP102AA, MUP131, MUP151AA, MUP152AA, MUP/THO270, THE111, THE220, THP112, THP131, THP201AA, THO202AA, THP212, THP213, [CS], [FYC], [MA], [SB], [SG], [SQ], (COM), (CRE)) 12. Apply relevant knowledge, skills, and habits of mind to seek career opportunities in the field. (FYE101, FYE103)

Program Notes
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program. Some courses may require permission of instructor and/or audition for placement. For enrollment in private instruction for voice, consult the college music department. Because transfer requirements vary by program and institution, students intending to transfer are strongly encouraged to meet with an academic and faculty advisor once they have selected their transfer institution to ensure all requirements for achieving junior standing are satisfied.

Program Prerequisites
None

Program Prerequisites
	Credits: 0

Required Courses
FYE101 Introduction to College, Career and Personal Success (1) OR FYE103 Exploration of College, Career and Personal Success (3) 1-3 Music Theory Credits: 3-4 MTC101 Introduction to Music Theory 3 OR + MTC105 Music Theory I (3) AND + MTC106 Aural Perception I (1) OR + MTC155 Music Theory II (3) AND + MTC156 Aural Perception II (1) OR + MTC205 Music Theory III (3) AND + MTC206 Aural Perception III (1) OR + MTC255 Music Theory IV (3) AND + MTC256 Aural Perception IV (1) 3-4 Private Voice Instruction Credits: 6-8 MUP101AA Private Instruction: Voice (1) OR MUP102AA Private Instruction: Voice (2) 1-2 + MUP151AA Private Instruction: Voice (1) OR + MUP152AA Private Instruction: Voice (2) 1-2 + MUP202AA Private Instruction: Voice 2 + MUP252AA Private Instruction: Voice 2 Class Piano Credits: 1 MUP131 Class Piano I (1) OR + MUP132 Class Piano II (1) OR + MUP231 Class Piano III (1) OR + MUP232 Class Piano IV (1) 1 Music Theatre Workshop and Production Credits: 2-3 Students must complete at least one credit of MUP/THP273. + MUP/THP273 Music Theatre Workshop Production 1 (may be completed for credit twice) MUP/THO270 Musical Theatre Workshop (2) OR MUP/THO270AA Musical Theatre Workshop (1) (may be completed for credit twice) 1-2 Acting Credits: 6 THP112 Acting I 3 + THP212 Acting II 3 Technical Theatre Credits: 4 + THP213 Introduction to Technical Theatre (4) OR DAN210 Dance Production I (3) AND THP201AA Theatre Production I (1) OR THO202AA Theatre Production I Scene Shop (1) 4 Movement and Voice Credits: 3 COM/THP271 Voice and Diction (3) OR THP131 Stage Movement(3) 3 Dance Credits: 4 Select a total of four credits from the following list. Up to four courses may be selected from the area of Musical Theatre. No more than two courses can be selected from each of the other areas. Musical Theatre DAN129 Musical Theatre Dance I 1 + DAN130 Musical Theatre Dance II 1 + DAN229 Musical Theatre Dance III 1 + DAN230 Musical Theatre Dance IV 1 Ballroom + DAN104++ Any Ballroom Course 1 DAN106AA Latin I 1 + DAN106AB Latin II 1 Jazz DAN133 Jazz Dance I 1 + DAN136 Jazz Dance II 1 + DAN233 Jazz Dance III 1 + DAN233AA Jazz Dance III: Intensive 2 + DAN236 Jazz Dance IV 1 + DAN236AA Jazz Dance IV: Intensive 2 Ballet DAN131 Ballet I 1 + DAN134 Ballet II 1 + DAN231 Ballet III 1 + DAN231AA Ballet III: Intensive 2 + DAN234 Ballet IV 1 + DAN234AA Ballet IV: Intensive 2 Modern DAN132 Modern Dance I 1 + DAN135 Modern Dance II 1 + DAN232 Modern Dance III 1 + DAN232AA Modern Dance III: Intensive 2 + DAN235 Modern Dance IV 1 + DAN235AA Modern Dance IV: Intensive 2 Tap DAN140 Tap Dance I 1 + DAN145 Tap Dance II 1 + DAN240 Tap Dance III 1 + DAN245 Tap Dance IV 1 Hip Hop + DAN102++ Any Hip Hop Course 1 + DAN202++ Any Hip Hop Course 1			Credits: 30-36

Restricted Electives
Select an elective course within the area of Dance, Music Performance, and/or Theatre Performance/Production in consultation with that Faculty Program advisor and/or the Visual and Performing Arts student success analyst. Course cannot be used to satisfy Required Courses. DAN+++ Any DAN Dance course MUP+++ Any MUP Music: Performance course THP+++ Any Theatre Performance/Production course	Credits: 1-3

Arizona General Education Curriculum (AGEC)
AGEC-A			Credits: 35-44
A single course with an [HU], [SB], [L], or [SG/SQ] designation may also be used to satisfy the Oral Communication, Critical Reading, or Awareness Area ([C], [G] and/or [H]) requirement(s). See the AGEC Matrix for course designations.


First-Year Composition [FYC]			Credits: 6
+ ENG101 First-Year Composition (3) OR + ENG107 First-Year Composition for ESL (3) AND + ENG102 First-Year Composition (3) OR + ENG108 First-Year Composition for ESL (3) 6

Literacy and Critical Inquiry [L]			Credits: 3
THE220 Modern Drama 3

Mathematics [MA]			Credits: 3-6
+ MAT140 College Mathematics (5) OR + MAT141 College Mathematics (4) OR + MAT142 College Mathematics (3) OR MAT145 College Mathematics with Review (5) OR MAT146 College Mathematics with Review (6) OR Any higher approved general education course in the Mathematical Applications [MA] area 3-6

Humanities, Arts and Design [HU]			Credits: 6
MHL146 Survey of Broadway Musicals 3 DAH100 Introduction to Dance (3) OR DAH250 Dance in Popular Culture (3) OR THE111 Introduction to Theatre (3) 3

Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]			Credits: 6
COM100 Introduction to Human Communication 3 Any approved general education courses in the Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB] area. 3

Natural Sciences [SG]/[SQ]			Credits: 8
Any approved general education course in the Natural Sciences (Quantitative) [SQ] area 4 Any approved general education course in the Natural Sciences (Quantitative) [SQ] area or the Natural Sciences (General) [SG] area 4

Awareness Areas			Credits: 0-6
Recommend sharing these requirements with other AGEC Requirements.

MCCCD Additional Requirements

Oral Communication (COM)			Credits: 0
Met by COM100 Introduction to Human Communication in the Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB] area.

General Electives
	Credits:
Select additional courses 100-level or higher to complete the minimum total program credits required for this degree. Consult with the Program Director or an Academic Advisor.

+ indicates course has prerequisites and/or corequisites.
++ indicates that any suffixed course may be selected.

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: June 27, 2023

All information published is subject to change without notice. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information presented, but based on the dynamic nature of the curricular process, course and program information is subject to change in order to reflect the most current information available.

Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Applications [CS]			Credits: 3
Any approved general education course in the Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Applications [CS] area. 3 Recommended: MTC180 Computer Literacy for Musicians 3

Cultural Diversity in the US [C]			Credits: 0-3
Any approved general education course with the Cultural Diversity in the U.S. [C] designation. 0-3

Historical/Global Awareness [H]/[G]			Credits: 0-3
Any approved general education course with the Historical [H] or Global [G] awareness area designation. 0-3

MCCCD Additional Requirements			Credits: 0-3
Courses in this area may also be applied to AGEC Requirements. To minimize total credits required for degree and maximize transferable credits, it is recommended that courses be selected that meet more than one requirement wherever possible.

Critical Reading (CRE)			Credits: 0-3
+ CRE101 College Critical Reading and Critical Thinking (3) OR Equivalent as indicated by assessment (0) 0-3

Subject Options			Credits: 0