Stage Combat 2: Topics in Armed Combat

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3 Skills Lab Hours Description This course is designed to instruct students in the fundamental techniques and principles of safe and effective armed theatrical stage combat. Coursework trains the student actor to recognize safe partnering and the execution of techniques using theatrical props such as stage swords, training knives and improvised weapons for the performance of theatrical works, which include physical conflict. Students are expected to work in close physical proximity alongside other participants in the course. A final exam consisting of the performance of choreographed work is required.