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THET 177 Introduction to Stage Combat

This course will introduce students to the basics of safety and partnering techniques in unarmed, knife, broadsword, quarterstaff, and single sword combat for the stage. Students must work diligently to create a safe environment while portraying a character in a fight performance. Students will demonstrate these partnering skills in class performances. This course will also give an overview on stage combat styles around the world.  

Credits

2

Hours Weekly

3

Course Objectives

  1. Demonstrate stage combat concepts with appropriate terminology and technique.
  2. Perform stage combat safely with a partner while creating the illusion of danger.
  3. Create the character’s necessary story and objectives within staged fighting.
  4. Demonstrate fight, acting, and partnering skills.
  5. Analyze and critique actors'/combatants' performances in a filmed or theatrical performance.

Course Objectives

  1. Demonstrate stage combat concepts with appropriate terminology and technique.
  2. Perform stage combat safely with a partner while creating the illusion of danger.
  3. Create the character’s necessary story and objectives within staged fighting.
  4. Demonstrate fight, acting, and partnering skills.
  5. Analyze and critique actors'/combatants' performances in a filmed or theatrical performance.