Technical Theatre/Theatre Design and Technology

Technical Theatre/Theatre Design and Technology programs prepare individuals to apply artistic, technical and dramatic principles and techniques to the communication of dramatic information, ideas, moods, and feelings through technical theatre methods. Includes instruction in set design, lighting design, sound effects, theatre acoustics, scene painting, property management, costume design, and technical direction and production and use of computer applications to support these functions.

Of the 93 Technical Theatre/Theatre Design and Technology degrees granted each year at the Associates degree level, 69% percent are awarded to women and the other 31% percent are men. Did you know that California has more students graduating with a degree in Technical Theatre/Theatre Design and Technology than any other state? In fact, California awarded 36 degrees last year! The average starting salary for a graduate with a bachelor's degree in Technical Theatre/Theatre Design and Technology is $37,200.