Andrew Ashenden
Basics of Stage Combat
- ISBN 13:
- 9781612331720
- author:
- Andrew Ashenden
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Universal Publishers
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2012
- Pages:
- 134
- Dimensions:
- 140mm X 216mm
- Genre:
- Performing Arts
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The Basics of Stage Combat: Single Sword provides a comprehensive guide to safe and skillful single sword use in theater, film, and television. By learning the foundations of parrying with a sword, moving with a sword, and mastering various movements, actors can enhance their stage combat skills and build confidence in performing realistic scenes. This book covers techniques used historically, modified for acting, including thrusts, lunges, hand positions, advancing and retreating, passing steps, binds, beats, and cutting with the sword. A brief fight choreography sequence is included at the conclusion of the book to help drama students prepare for stage combat classes or exams. With detailed instruction and illustration, Basics of Stage Combat: Single Sword is an essential resource for actors, drama students, and anyone looking to improve their stage combat skills.
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