THEA 211 - Introduction to Stage Combat

Fall or Spring (3) Ruffin (ACTV, GER 6)

Actors are frequently called on to create the illusion of violence. This course examines the fundamental techniques of unarmed and bladed Stage Combat in which the actor learns to fall, roll, punch, slap, kick, employ basic sword methods and understand the basic tools of Stage Combat choreography. Students also learn good stage partnering skills.