Do you enjoy acting? Are you interested in a career in theater?
DVC offers one of the most in-depth acting, musical theater, directing, and technical theater training programs in the East Bay. Studying drama gives you many skills beyond acting: self-confidence, public speaking, creativity, problem solving and time management. Students can also audition for DVC productions, get hands-on experience in technical theater and join the Dramatic Society. Whether you are looking for career training for immediate employment or planning to transfer to a four-year university, our faculty and staff are dedicated to helping you reach your goals.
Career Opportunities
The drama program will prepare you for work in a variety of occupations and career paths, including:
- Actor
- Director
- Theater Technician
- Theater Designer
- Hair & Makeup Artist
- Properties Artisan
- Scenic Painter
- Scene Shop Manager
With additional education:
- Art, Drama and Music Teacher
- General and Operations Manager
Degrees and Certificates
Change your life with a drama degree and/or certificate. Our program gives you options to explore.
- Associates of Arts - Drama emphasis in Acting
- Associates of Arts - Drama emphasis in Musical Theater
- Associate of Arts - Technical Theater
- Associate of Arts for Transfer - Theater Arts
- Certificate of Achievement - Acting
- Certificate of Achievement - Musical Theater
- Certificate of Achievement - Technical Theater
About degrees and certificates
Certificates:
A certificate readily prepares you to enter a particular field or career. It can also give you new skills for advancement in the workplace.
Associate Degrees:
An associate degree requires a broader education for career options in a range of industries. It's a great step towards earning a bachelor degree at a four-year school or entering the workforce sooner.
Associate Degrees for Transfer:
A transfer degree is equivalent to the first two years of a bachelor’s degree program. Earning one can guarantee admission to California State Universities, some private and online universities, and Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). ADTs, along with a transfer agreement guarantee (TAG) with the University of California system can help you achieve your goals for less. Learn about transfer services.
