This course of study provides the student with the practical knowledge and experience necessary to work backstage preparing, changing and maintaining costumes before and during performances. Students are trained in basic costuming techniques, as well as basic theatrical production practices. The courses in this program provide training in the specialized sewing techniques and other skills required to build a wide variety of costumes used in theater and other performance arts. Students also receive training in basic theatrical production practices. The courses in this certificate program train students to create patterns for costumes by flat-pattern and draping methods, and to cut out and assemble costumes for the performance arts.
Students also receive training in basic theatrical production practices.
Program requirements and course titles are subject to change without notice. We're close to many major theme parks, theaters and other venues that require skilled technicians. Students are given intensive training as part of OCC's Theatre Arts Program, and also through courses provided by other departments. Our costume students receive training through the college's Fashion Program in conjunction with Theatre Arts classes. OCC's Entertainment Technology Program is designed to give students two years of extensive theory and technical experience and training in the basic skills required for entry-level employment in this exciting and competitive field.