Drama/Theatre
The Associate in Fine Arts - Drama degree program prepares you to transfer to a four-year college or university and major in theatre.
What You Will Learn
The Associate in Fine Arts (A. F. A.) degree ensures you can transfer to a four-year institution having already fulfilled general education and major-specific course requirements. The program prepares you to audition for admission into a four year institution and for work in the theatre job market. You will take courses at the freshman and sophomore level in the field of theatre. You will study performance on stage and before the camera and develop skills for behind the scenes.
Why Choose Central Piedmont
Drama students transfer to institutions across the state, the region, and the nation and have opportunities to perform on stage in a variety of performance venues. The Uniform Articulation Agreement ensures that your foundation-level course credits will transfer seamlessly to any UNC institution and many independent institutions — meaning you can enter a four-year, public college as a junior. Central Piedmont offers students the opportunity to attend college debt-free.
With the Career & College Promise dual enrollment drama/theatre pathway, you can start studying drama while you're still in high school — graduate high school having already completed some of the requirements of a four-year drama degree.
Real World Education
At Central Piedmont, your education goes beyond what you learn in class. We offer numerous opportunities for you to enhance your learning — and to make friends, network, and pursue your passions — through clubs and organizations, sports, events and activities, leadership opportunities, job experience, volunteer experiences, visual and performing arts, and even international experiences.
Drama at Central Piedmont
Drama/Theatre Careers and Average Salaries
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Program Options
Earn an Associate in Fine Arts - drama. The college catalog lists the Associate in Fine Arts - drama/theatre program options, courses, eligibility, and requirements currently available at Central Piedmont. The school you transfer to will determine how your courses will transfer.
Visiting Students
If you wish to transfer general education course credit back to your home institution, explore how to enroll at Central Piedmont as a visiting student.
Continuing Education
Central Piedmont's continuing education provides non-degree courses and programs, including job skills, industry-focused career training, certificates, certifications, professional licensure, and personal enrichment. Day, evening, weekend, and online opportunities are available.
College and Career Readiness
If you are looking for programs to gain the knowledge or skills necessary to finish a high school degree or to get a job, visit Central Piedmont's College and Career Readiness.
College Credit for High School Students
Visit Career and College Promise to learn about opportunities for high school students to earn college credit at Central Piedmont.
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Requirements and Suggested Transfer Course Sequences
For detailed information on Associate in Fine Arts - drama/theatre program options, courses, eligibility, and requirements, visit the Central Piedmont Community College catalog. Familiarize yourself with the requirements of the school you want to transfer to when selecting your elective credits, as program requirements can vary from school to school.
Course Sequences
Review the following suggested associate degree course sequences to learn when you should take each course based on the major you would like to transfer into after completing your Associate in Fine Arts - drama/theatre degree:
Contact your advisor for help planning your courses.
Suggested course sequences for Central Piedmont transfer degrees
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Available Courses, Locations, and Delivery Methods
Courses available and their schedules can change each semester. Check the Associate in Fine Arts - drama/theatre program options, courses, eligibility, and requirements each semester.
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Costs and Aid
Central Piedmont provides real-world, affordable, hands-on education and career training. Learn how much it costs to attend Central Piedmont. Financial aid and scholarships are available.
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Related Programs, Other Transfer/Associate Degrees
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Admitted Students: Find Your Advisor
If you are currently enrolled and taking classes, log in to MyConnect to find your assigned academic advisor.
If you do not have an advisor, you can:
- visit the advising office at the campus nearest you, or
- send an email to the advising office