Bring the Dramatic Arts to Life
You’ll have plenty of opportunities to take the stage or go behind the scenes, while earning transferable credits. The Drama Program offers classes in movement, voice, auditioning, technical theater, arts administration, and more.
Career & Salary Information
Career opportunities in the dramatic arts are available both on stage and off. Students who study drama at Austin Community College will learn valuable skills not only as performers but also in administration, public speaking, technical skills such as lighting and sound, set design, and more.
Awards & Program Maps
Choose the Award Path That’s Right for You
ACC offers stackable credentials. Certificates prepare you for a career change or career advancement and often include credits that count toward associate degrees. Associate degrees further increase your employability and help you build a strong foundation for university transfer. Learn about credential options.
Explore awards and follow the program maps below to stay on track.
| Program | Award Type | Award Title | Award Plan | Program Map | Optional Mode | Catalog Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drama | Associate of Arts Degree | Drama | Award Plan | Program Map | PCDRM | |
| Drama | Associate of Applied Science Degree | Technical Theater – Makeup Artistry and Costume Technology Specialization | Award Plan | Program Map | PCDRM | |
| Drama | Associate of Applied Science Degree | Technical Theater – Scenic Construction, Lighting, and Media Technology Specialization | Award Plan | Program Map | PCDRM | |
| Drama | Certificate | Costume Technology Level 1 | Award Plan | Program Map | PCDRM | |
| Drama | Certificate | Lighting and Media Technology Level 1 | Award Plan | Program Map | PCDRM | |
| Drama | Certificate | Makeup Artistry Level 1 | Award Plan | Program Map | PCDRM | |
| Drama | Certificate | Scenic Construction Level 1 | Award Plan | Program Map | PCDRM | |
| Drama | Certificate | Technical Theater Teaching Level 1 | Award Plan | Program Map | PCDRM | |
| Drama | Associate of Arts Degree | Musical Theater | Award Plan | Program Map | PCDRM |
Academic Department Contacts
| Academic Program | First Name | Last Name | Phone | Department Website | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drama | Cynthia | Gage | Call | Send Email | Visit Website |
| Drama | Marcus | McQuirter | Call | Send Email | Visit Website |
| Technical Theater | Marcus | McQuirter | Call | Send Email | Visit Website |
| Technical Theater | Samantha | Wells | Call | Send Email | Visit Website |
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Note: Bachelor’s Degree, Health Sciences, and other specialty programs may not appear in the Program Of Interest selection area. Use the Request for Information links on those pages to contact those program administrators.