Performing Arts (PFA), A.S.

HEGIS: 5610

Overview

This program lets students develop their individual skills in several performing arts course areas, especially Theatre, Music and Dance. It allows for coherent combinations of these courses to be taken to meet special interests such as training in musical theatre. Upon completion of the degree, students may wish to seek professional employment in the performing arts, transfer to a college or conservatory for more advanced study or participate in local performing arts organizations. This is a good foundation not only for the student planning on transferring in the performing arts, but also for those who may ultimately pursue a B.A. or B.S. degree in another field and wish to be active in community performances.

The Associate in Science (A.S.) degree is awarded upon completion of the requirements for this program.

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:

• Identify and illustrate relevant professional performing arts contributions in terms of achievement and social significance in the past and present.
• Display basic proficiency in one or more areas of the performing arts.
• Create an appropriate and versatile repertoire of audition pieces in the student’s performance area.
• Take part in a fully integrated live theatrical, music, or dance performance in a public venue at the college, community and/or in NYC.

Courses should be selected in consultation with an advisor.