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THO115: Makeup for Stage and Screen – 3 credits

Purposes, materials, and techniques of makeup for stage and screen. Prerequisites: None.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
10895
Estrella Mountain
Perform Arts Makeup 120
In Person
1/26 – 5/15
Spring 2026
M
6:00PM – 9:30PM
  • M. Mascarelli
Open
14 of 20 seats available
  • Costs include THO Course Fee: $40.00
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
15580
Phoenix
T113 Multipurpose
In Person
1/21 – 5/15
Spring 2026
M,W
1:00PM – 2:40PM
  • A. Schindler
Open
2 of 12 seats available
  • Textbook info pending
26639
Mesa: Dobson Campus
TH 3 Make Up Room
In Person
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026
Tu,Th
10:30AM – 12:10PM
  • A. Diaz
Open
7 of 16 seats available
12709
Chandler-Gilbert: Pecos Campus
Pecos PAC Perf Lab Rm 106
Hybrid In-Person
1/23 – 5/15
Spring 2026
F
9:30AM – 12:00PM
  • P. Dugger
Open
1 of 10 seats available
  • Hybrid classes combine a reduced amount of scheduled classroom time with required out-of-class learning activities, typically conducted online.
  • Textbook info pending

THO118: Playwriting – 3 credits

Practice and study of theories and techniques of writing for the stage; creating characters, dialogue, and plot for monodramas, scenes, and plays. Prerequisites: None.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
22758
Scottsdale
Language/Comm. Bldg. LC 383
In Person
2/3 – 5/15
Spring 2026
Tu
10:30AM – 1:20PM
  • B. True
Open
7 of 15 seats available
  • Textbook info pending

THO130: Combat for Stage and Screen – 3 credits

Fundamental techniques and terminology of staged combat with and without weapons. Analysis and performance of safely choreographed violence that tells a story for stage and screen. Prerequisites: None. Note: THO130 may be repeated for a total of twelve (12) credit hours.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
17309
Paradise Valley
M 151 - Studio Theatre
In Person
1/21 – 5/15
Spring 2026
M,W
2:00PM – 3:50PM
  • A. Robertson
Open
13 of 18 seats available
  • Costs include THO Course Fee: $75.00
  • Textbook info pending

THO130AE: Specialized Stage Combat: Small Sword – 1.5 credits

Teaches fundamental techniques and terminology of staged combat utilizing the small sword as required for professional certification by the Society of American Fight Directors (SAFD). Includes the analysis and performance of safely choreographed violence that tells a story for stage and screen. Prepares students for the SAFD skills proficiency test in the use of the small sword in stage combat. Prerequisites: None. Note: Course will be taught by a Society of American Fight Directors certified teacher, Fight Director, or Fight Master.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
30808
Paradise Valley
M 151 - Studio Theatre
In Person
3/23 – 5/15
Spring 2026
M,W
2:00PM – 3:50PM
  • A. Robertson
Open
13 of 18 seats available
  • Costs include THO Course Fee: $40.00
  • Textbook info pending

THO130AF: Specialized Stage Combat: Sword and Shield/Buckler – 1.5 credits

Teaches fundamental techniques and terminology of staged combat utilizing the sword and shield/buckler as required for professional certification by the Society of American Fight Directors (SAFD). Includes the analysis and performance of safely choreographed violence that tells a story for stage and screen. Prepares students for the SAFD skills proficiency test in the use of the sword and shield/buckler in stage combat. Prerequisites: None. Note: Course will be taught by a Society of American Fight Directors certified teacher, Fight Director, or Fight Master.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
30807
Paradise Valley
M 151 - Studio Theatre
In Person
1/21 – 3/13
Spring 2026
M,W
2:00PM – 3:50PM
  • A. Robertson
Open
13 of 18 seats available
  • Costs include THO Course Fee: $40.00
  • Textbook info pending

THO135AE: Stage Combat Recertification: Small Sword – 0.5 credits

Course to provide Society of American Fight Directors (SAFD) recertification in using the small sword in stage combat. Course taught by SAFD certified teacher, Fight Director, or Fight Master. Note: THO135AE may be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: Certification in specified weapon by SAFD or permission of Program Director.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
30810
Paradise Valley
M 151 - Studio Theatre
In Person
4/15 – 5/15
Spring 2026
M,W
2:00PM – 3:50PM
  • A. Robertson
Open
13 of 18 seats available
  • Costs include THO Course Fee: $45.00
  • Textbook info pending

THO135AF: Stage Combat Recertification: Sword and Shield/Buckler – 0.5 credits

Course to provide Society of American Fight Directors (SAFD) recertification in using the sword and shield/buckler in stage combat. Course taught by SAFD certified teacher, Fight Director, or Fight Master. Note: THO135AF may be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: Certification in specified weapon by SAFD or permission of Program Director.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
30809
Paradise Valley
M 151 - Studio Theatre
In Person
4/15 – 5/15
Spring 2026
M,W
2:00PM – 3:50PM
  • A. Robertson
Open
13 of 18 seats available
  • Costs include THO Course Fee: $45.00
  • Textbook info pending

THO202AA: Theatre Production I Scene Shop – 1 credit

The objective of this course is to provide hands-on experience in the creation of a theatrical production. This course is tailored around the work done in a Theatre Scenic Shop. Structured to provide the student with an atmosphere of professional expertise and guidance. Professional-type facilities and equipment are made available for student use. Prerequisites: None. Note: THO202AA may be repeated for a total of four (4) credit hours.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
26340
Mesa: Dobson Campus
TH 30 Scene shop
In Person
2/2 – 5/15
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
  • M. Smith
Open
8 of 10 seats available
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor

THO202AB: Theatre Production I Electrics – 1 credit

The objective of this course is to provide hands-on experience in the creation of a theatrical production. This course is tailored around the work done in a Theatre Electric Shop. Structured to provide the student with an atmosphere of professional expertise and guidance. Professional-type facilities and equipment are made available for student use. Prerequisites: None. Note: THO202AB may be repeated for a total of four (4) credit hours.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
26341
Mesa: Dobson Campus
TH 30 Scene shop
In Person
2/2 – 5/15
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
  • T. Foree
Open
6 of 10 seats available
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor

THO202AC: Theatre Production I Costume Shop – 1 credit

The objective of this course is to provide hands-on experience in the creation of a theatrical production. This course is tailored around the work done in a Theatre Costume Shop. Structured to provide the student with an atmosphere of professional expertise and guidance. Professional-type facilities and equipment are made available for student use. Prerequisites: None. Note: THO202AC may be repeated for a total of four (4) credit hours.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
26342
Mesa: Dobson Campus
TH 8 Costume Shop
In Person
2/2 – 5/15
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
7 of 10 seats available
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor

THO202AD: Theatre Production Advanced Projects – 1 credit

The objective of this course is to provide hands-on experience in the creation of a theatrical production. This course is tailored around the work done in a leadership role on a theatrical production. Structured to provide the student with an atmosphere of professional expertise and guidance. Professional-type facilities and equipment are made available for student use. Prerequisites: None. Note: THO202AD may be repeated for a total of four (4) credit hours.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
26343
Mesa
Online Course
Online
2/2 – 5/15
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
10 of 10 seats available
  • This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
    Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor

THO203: Technical Theatre Production – 3 credits

Designed to give college credit to the technical production crews of college theatre productions. Prerequisites: None. Note: THO203 may be repeated for up to a maximum of nine (9) credits.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
22754
Scottsdale
PAC 1023 Makeup Room
Hybrid In-Person
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026
Tu
1:30PM – 3:25PM
  • A. Embry
Open
8 of 12 seats available
  • Costs include THO Course Fee: $25.00
  • This course requires the use of a computer or mobile device with internet access, a webcam, speakers and microphone.
  • Textbook info pending
12639
Chandler-Gilbert: Pecos Campus
Pecos Arranged
In Person
1/27 – 5/15
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
6 of 6 seats available
  • Class is Scheduled for Fifteen (15) Weeks
    Permission of Instructor Required
  • Textbook info pending

THO215: Advanced Makeup Techniques for Stage and Screen – 3 credits

Advanced character analysis and makeup design for stage and screen. Technical application of makeup for stage and screen. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in THO115.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
12640
Chandler-Gilbert: Pecos Campus
Pecos PAC Perf Lab Rm 106
Hybrid In-Person
1/23 – 5/15
Spring 2026
F
9:30AM – 12:00PM
  • P. Dugger
Open
1 of 10 seats available
  • Hybrid classes combine a reduced amount of scheduled classroom time with required out-of-class learning activities, typically conducted online.
  • Textbook info pending
29974
Mesa: Dobson Campus
TH 3 Make Up Room
In Person
1/23 – 5/15
Spring 2026
F
1:30PM – 4:10PM
  • A. Diaz
Open
5 of 16 seats available

THO218: Beginning Stage Lighting – 3 credits

Basic theories and methods of stage lighting for all production types. Emphasis on technical/theoretical facts, artistic/design concept development, and "teamwork" structure of theatre. Examines stage lighting optics, instrument selection and application, color theory, circuiting and control systems, and basic design. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in THP213 or permission of Instructor.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
31280
Phoenix
T143
In Person
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026
Tu,Th
10:00AM – 11:40AM
  • N. Hutchinson
Open
7 of 8 seats available
  • Textbook info pending
30805
Paradise Valley
CPA 127 - Green Room
In Person
1/23 – 5/15
Spring 2026
F
2:30PM – 5:50PM
  • R. Wentzel
Open
16 of 20 seats available
  • Textbook info pending

THO235: Principles of Stage Combat Safety/Fight Captain – 4 credits

Evaluate stage combat performances for safety in order to identify issues that might require intervention, communication, and revision. Course to prepare students for work as a fight captain in a stage or film environment. Provides opportunity to practice weapon maintenance and instruction; safe choreography; analysis of how choreography design elements affect safety; written and recorded choreography notation; and the implementation and communication of choreography and intervention strategies. Includes practical experience as a teaching assistant for other stage combat courses or as an assistant fight captain on dramatic productions. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in at least four (4) stage combat courses (THO130AA, THO130AB, THO130AC, THO130AD, THO130AE, THO130AF, THO130AG, or THO130AH) or permission of Program Director.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
17087
Paradise Valley
M 151 - Studio Theatre
In Person
1/21 – 5/15
Spring 2026
M,W
2:00PM – 3:50PM
  • A. Robertson
Open
13 of 18 seats available
  • Textbook info pending

THO250: Stage Properties – 3 credits

Introduction to stage properties including design, construction and maintenance features. Provides skills in property design and construction using an assortment of standard materials. Prerequisites: None.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
30870
Estrella Mountain
Perform Arts Black Box 147
In Person
1/26 – 5/15
Spring 2026
M
12:45PM – 4:15PM
  • T. Torrilhon-Wood
Open
16 of 20 seats available
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor

THO251: Safety Practices in Theatre and Film Production – 1 credit

Safety practices in theatre and film production. Includes Focus on national safety organizations and production practices of theatre stages and soundstages, theatrical rigging, electrical, scenic construction, paint and chemical handling, automation, special effects, welding, and personal safety practices. Prerequisites: None

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
23535
Scottsdale
Online Course
Online
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
  • A. Embry
Open
5 of 12 seats available
  • Textbook info pending

THO267: Painting Techniques for Film, TV and Theatre – 3 credits

Theory and skills in scenic artistry. Techniques of painting two-dimensional and three-dimensional scenery, tools, and the use of color. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in THP213.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
10905
Estrella Mountain
Perform Arts Makeup 120
In Person
1/21 – 5/15
Spring 2026
W
12:45PM – 4:15PM
  • T. Torrilhon-Wood
Open
18 of 20 seats available
  • This course is offered once per academic year - only in the spring term. Students who need it to fulfill program requirements are encouraged to plan their schedules accordingly.
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor

THO268: Opportunities in Production – 3 credits

Provides the continuing design student, dramaturge, stage management, technical director, and directing students with opportunities to expand the versatility of professional skills. Emphasis on relating their work to the total production process. Linking design ideas to production concept. Maintain dramaturge, stage manager, director documentation. Practical application of student work for portfolio development. Prerequisites: Permission of Department or Division.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
22985
Scottsdale
PAC 1023 Makeup Room
Hybrid In-Person
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026
Tu
1:30PM – 3:25PM
  • A. Embry
Open
8 of 12 seats available
  • This course requires the use of a computer or mobile device with internet access, a webcam, speakers and microphone.
  • Textbook info pending

THO270: Musical Theatre Workshop – 2 credits

Workshop in the study and performance of Musical Theatre repertoire. Includes audition techniques, stage directions, character role development, rehearsal techniques, vocal acting styles and vocal technique, stage movement, crew roles, and performance. Prerequisites: None. Note: MUP/THO270 may be repeated for credit.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
23206
Scottsdale
Music Bldg. MUS 115
In Person
2/2 – 5/15
Spring 2026
M,Tu,W,Th
6:30PM – 10:00PM
  • K. Rugen
Open
25 of 25 seats available
17316
Paradise Valley
M 151 - Studio Theatre
Hybrid In-Person
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026
Tu,Th
2:00PM – 3:30PM
  • J. Winzeler
Open
17 of 20 seats available
  • Costs include THO Course Fee: $25.00
  • Hybrid Class meets in-person on campus at the designated location, days and times. Additional online work will be required. This type of class is designed for highly motivated, self disciplined, technology-literate students; requires reliable Web and e-mail address for communication and assignments outside of the classroom. Contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780.
  • Textbook info pending

THO296WA: Cooperative Education – 1 credit

Work-college experiences that involve the combined efforts of educators and employers to accomplish an outcome related to the career objectives of the students. Prerequisites: Completion of at least twelve (12) college credits, minimum 2.6 grade point average and be able to obtain a position related to student's academic or career goals (student's present job may qualify) or permission of Instructor. Corequisites: Must be concurrent in at least one class which is related to student's major or career interest or with permission of the Instructor.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
26519
Mesa: Dobson Campus
SD Instructor Office
Independent Study
1/21 – 5/15
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
5 of 5 seats available
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor