Theatre
Associate of Fine Arts (AFA)
Modes of Instruction
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Kaskaskia College Theatre offers students the opportunity to engage in all aspects of theatre production, from onstage performance to backstage roles. Students participate in two mainstage productions each year and are encouraged to take on leadership roles in production management, design, and performance. Our program aims to develop well-rounded theatre practitioners who are also active community members. Students also represent KC Theatre at various campus and community events.
Kaskaskia College’s Associate of Fine Arts (AFA) in Theatre Degree provides students with the first two years of study toward a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre at a four-year college or university. Students will take the fundamental courses common with most undergraduate four-year theatre programs and then can continue their studies in specialized areas (Acting, Musical Theatre, Design and Technology, and Theatre Studies). Kaskaskia College has articulation agreements in place with several surrounding universities in the region.
Spring Theatre Production
Performances of "Much Ado About Nothing" will take place on April 25, 26, and 27th
Program Details
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Discipline Student Learning Outcomes
- Identify and explain all elements of a live stage production.
- Identify and define the contributions of everyone involved in a theatre production.
Courses in this discipline align with the college’s General Education Student Learning Outcomes.
Program Student Learning Outcomes
1. Explain theatrical concepts, terminologies, and fundamental performance skills that enable effective participation in theatrical productions and related activities.
2. Demonstrate proficiency in acting, stage craft, and technical theatre to execute live theatrical performances.
3. Apply key theatrical concepts, terminology, and fundamental performance and technical skills to critically analyze theatrical works.
4. Demonstrate proficient communication and collaboration skills to foster a collaborative and inclusive environment when working with individuals from different abilities
Students completing this degree must also complete curriculum requirements aligned with General Education Student Learning Outcomes.
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Theatre Faculty

Nathan Young
Assistant Professor Theatre & CommunicationContact Us
Admissions
Phone | 618-545-3040
Fax | 618-545-3393
- Main Campus
- Health and Business, HB 100
**Enrollment in any Math class is based on your score on the assessment test and proper prerequisite. MATH 130 or higher required, but not including MATH 134 or 135.
***Physical and life science courses are required; one has to have a lab component.
****Approved Health and Personal Development Courses
***** Students must successfully complete one of the following courses to meet requirements of Public Act 87-581 in order to graduate: BUSN 134, GEOG 150, HIST 109, PHLE 120, PHLE 121, PHLE 201, POLS 101, PSYH 101, or SOCO 101.