fighting for Actors

Taught By Erik Hall

Students will be exposed to and learn proper technique with physical actions that they have a high probability with encountering in most Stage work.

This includes: Slaps, forehand and backhand

Punches: Cross, Uppercut, & Jab

Knaps: Self or First Person, Secondary & Third Person

Kicks

Falling: Front & Rear

Hair Pulling

Choking

Rolling (If time allows)

Students will then be paired at the end of class and given a scenario and allowed to create a “fight” to showcase to class as well as be critiqued.

Note to students: Students should wear comfortable clothes and sneakers. If they have difficulty kneeling or sensitive knees, knee pads are recommended.

Erik Hall, of Period Productions, is a seasoned stage combat instructor as well as an experienced actor. He has acted, written and directed for the New Jersey Renaissance Fair for over 15 years, as well as the Village Renaissance Faire in Wrightstown, PA. He has choreographed stage combat in shows all over Central New Jersey, including shows at Circle Playhouse, Villagers Theater, and Playhouse 22.

PLEASE NOTE: You will receive e-mail containing information required for this class regardless of whether you opt out of receiving e-mail from Circle Players. Please check your spam folder if you have not received e-mail regarding the class by 5 pm on 8/9/2013.

Registration Fee is $20. Class will take place Saturday , August 10 1pm – 4 pm - 1pm at the theater


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