TA 80 - Theatre Makeup

    Recent Professors
    Lynda T. Shaeps
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    15 students
    Difficulty
    4.2Lightout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    None
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course teaches the basic principles and application techniques of theatrical, film, print, television, and special effects makeup. It executes the learned skills in a laboratory atmosphere utilizing current sanitation rules and regulations as established by the state of California. Students will create an accurate pictorial dictionary, a "morgue," and use it as a reference in creating makeup executions. Students will learn to create characters from scripts using design, timeline plots, visual renderings, and written descriptions. Students learn facial anatomy and its relationship to make-up placement and color. Students will learn product knowledge, including how to access appropriate materials. Other topics include pre- and post-production responsibilities of a makeup designer/artist applicable to various venues. C-ID: THTR 175 Lecture Grading: Letter None Transfer Status: CSU/UC Degree Applicable: AA/AS COD GE: None CalGETC: None
    Usually Held
    Fri 1:00pm–4:20pm, Fri 11:00am–1:00pm