Upcoming Projects
Pen & Sword Fight Academy - Single Sword
Welcome to the Pen & Sword Fight Academy Fall Term!
This is class is a part of the larger Fall Term that starts October 1st and ends November 21st which focuses on Single Sword stage combat techniques, skills, and storytelling.
Once registered, you can come to as many class times as you can to learn, train, and build a comprehensive skill base for your theatrical development.
Pen & Sword Fight Academy - Single Sword
Welcome to the Pen & Sword Fight Academy Fall Term!
This is class is a part of the larger Fall Term that starts October 1st and ends November 21st which focuses on Single Sword stage combat techniques, skills, and storytelling.
Once registered, you can come to as many class times as you can to learn, train, and build a comprehensive skill base for your theatrical development.
Pen & Sword Fight Academy - Single Sword
Welcome to the Pen & Sword Fight Academy Fall Term!
This is class is a part of the larger Fall Term that starts October 1st and ends November 21st which focuses on Single Sword stage combat techniques, skills, and storytelling.
Once registered, you can come to as many class times as you can to learn, train, and build a comprehensive skill base for your theatrical development.
Pen & Sword Fight Academy - Single Sword
Welcome to the Pen & Sword Fight Academy Fall Term!
This is class is a part of the larger Fall Term that starts October 1st and ends November 21st which focuses on Single Sword stage combat techniques, skills, and storytelling.
Once registered, you can come to as many class times as you can to learn, train, and build a comprehensive skill base for your theatrical development.
Pen & Sword Fight Academy - Single Sword
Welcome to the Pen & Sword Fight Academy Fall Term!
This is class is a part of the larger Fall Term that starts October 1st and ends November 21st which focuses on Single Sword stage combat techniques, skills, and storytelling.
Once registered, you can come to as many class times as you can to learn, train, and build a comprehensive skill base for your theatrical development.
Arsenic & Old Lace Opening Night
Prosser High School Drama Department’s production of Arsenic & Old Lace opens tonight! Pen & Sword had the opportunity to choreograph the fights and violence for this cooky show, so buy your tickets as soon as you can <3
Pen & Sword Fight Academy - Single Sword
Welcome to the Pen & Sword Fight Academy Fall Term!
This is class is a part of the larger Fall Term that starts October 1st and ends November 21st which focuses on Single Sword stage combat techniques, skills, and storytelling.
Once registered, you can come to as many class times as you can to learn, train, and build a comprehensive skill base for your theatrical development.
Pen & Sword Fight Academy - Single Sword
Welcome to the Pen & Sword Fight Academy Fall Term!
This is class is a part of the larger Fall Term that starts October 1st and ends November 21st which focuses on Single Sword stage combat techniques, skills, and storytelling.
Once registered, you can come to as many class times as you can to learn, train, and build a comprehensive skill base for your theatrical development.
Arsenic & Old Lace Performance
Come see this performance of Prosser High School Drama’s production of Arsenic & Old Lace, fight choreographed by The Pen & Sword, LLC!
Arsenic & Old Lace - Closing Night
Come see this Closing performance of Prosser High School Drama’s production of Arsenic & Old Lace, fight choreographed by The Pen & Sword, LLC!
Pen & Sword Fight Academy - Single Sword
Welcome to the Pen & Sword Fight Academy Fall Term!
This is class is a part of the larger Fall Term that starts October 1st and ends November 21st which focuses on Single Sword stage combat techniques, skills, and storytelling.
Once registered, you can come to as many class times as you can to learn, train, and build a comprehensive skill base for your theatrical development.
Pen & Sword Fight Academy - Single Sword
Welcome to the Pen & Sword Fight Academy Fall Term!
This is class is a part of the larger Fall Term that starts October 1st and ends November 21st which focuses on Single Sword stage combat techniques, skills, and storytelling.
Once registered, you can come to as many class times as you can to learn, train, and build a comprehensive skill base for your theatrical development.
Philadelphia Stage Combat Workshop 2024
The Pen & Sword is planning to be at this year’s Philadelphia Stage Combat Workshop (aka The Philly Cheesesteak). Come join us and train!
Pen & Sword Fight Academy - Single Sword
Welcome to the Pen & Sword Fight Academy Fall Term!
This is class is a part of the larger Fall Term that starts October 1st and ends November 21st which focuses on Single Sword stage combat techniques, skills, and storytelling.
Once registered, you can come to as many class times as you can to learn, train, and build a comprehensive skill base for your theatrical development.
Portland Center Stage's Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street - Closing Night
The Pen & Sword has had the pleasure of Fight Choreographing Portland Center Stage’s production of Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street! If you would like to see an amazing show and some of our work, head over to Portland Center Stage’s website to purchase tickets for their run that closes November 3rd!
Pen & Sword Fight Academy - Single Sword
Welcome to the Pen & Sword Fight Academy Fall Term!
This is class is a part of the larger Fall Term that starts October 1st and ends November 21st which focuses on Single Sword stage combat techniques, skills, and storytelling.
Once registered, you can come to as many class times as you can to learn, train, and build a comprehensive skill base for your theatrical development.
Pen & Sword Fight Academy - Single Sword
Welcome to the Pen & Sword Fight Academy Fall Term!
This is class is a part of the larger Fall Term that starts October 1st and ends November 21st which focuses on Single Sword stage combat techniques, skills, and storytelling.
Once registered, you can come to as many class times as you can to learn, train, and build a comprehensive skill base for your theatrical development.
Pen & Sword Fight Academy - Single Sword
Welcome to the Pen & Sword Fight Academy Fall Term!
This is class is a part of the larger Fall Term that starts October 1st and ends November 21st which focuses on Single Sword stage combat techniques, skills, and storytelling.
Once registered, you can come to as many class times as you can to learn, train, and build a comprehensive skill base for your theatrical development.
Pen & Sword Fight Academy - Single Sword
Welcome to the Pen & Sword Fight Academy Fall Term!
This is class is a part of the larger Fall Term that starts October 1st and ends November 21st which focuses on Single Sword stage combat techniques, skills, and storytelling.
Once registered, you can come to as many class times as you can to learn, train, and build a comprehensive skill base for your theatrical development.
Mitten Mayhem Stage Combat Workshop!
Mitten Mayhem is a fantastic stage combat workshop in Ypsilanti, MI run by the incredible Theatrica Gladiatoria! Come have a blast and learn stage combat skills from a variety of stage combat professionals. Pierce and Firen will be on staff teaching and assisting in a variety of classes.
Check out www.mittenmayhem.com for more information!
Pen & Sword Fight Academy - Single Sword
Welcome to the Pen & Sword Fight Academy Fall Term!
This is class is a part of the larger Fall Term that starts October 1st and ends November 21st which focuses on Single Sword stage combat techniques, skills, and storytelling.
Once registered, you can come to as many class times as you can to learn, train, and build a comprehensive skill base for your theatrical development.
Pen & Sword Fight Academy - Single Sword
Welcome to the Pen & Sword Fight Academy Fall Term!
This is class is a part of the larger Fall Term that starts October 1st and ends November 21st which focuses on Single Sword stage combat techniques, skills, and storytelling.
Once registered, you can come to as many class times as you can to learn, train, and build a comprehensive skill base for your theatrical development.
Pen & Sword Fight Academy - Single Sword
Welcome to the Pen & Sword Fight Academy Fall Term!
This is class is a part of the larger Fall Term that starts October 1st and ends November 21st which focuses on Single Sword stage combat techniques, skills, and storytelling.
Once registered, you can come to as many class times as you can to learn, train, and build a comprehensive skill base for your theatrical development.
Pen & Sword Fight Academy - Single Sword
Welcome to the Pen & Sword Fight Academy Fall Term!
This is class is a part of the larger Fall Term that starts October 1st and ends November 21st which focuses on Single Sword stage combat techniques, skills, and storytelling.
Once registered, you can come to as many class times as you can to learn, train, and build a comprehensive skill base for your theatrical development.
Pen & Sword Fight Academy - Single Sword
Welcome to the Pen & Sword Fight Academy Fall Term!
This is class is a part of the larger Fall Term that starts October 1st and ends November 21st which focuses on Single Sword stage combat techniques, skills, and storytelling.
Once registered, you can come to as many class times as you can to learn, train, and build a comprehensive skill base for your theatrical development.
Pen & Sword Fight Academy - Single Sword
Welcome to the Pen & Sword Fight Academy Fall Term!
This is class is a part of the larger Fall Term that starts October 1st and ends November 21st which focuses on Single Sword stage combat techniques, skills, and storytelling.
Once registered, you can come to as many class times as you can to learn, train, and build a comprehensive skill base for your theatrical development.
Pen & Sword Fight Academy - Single Sword
Welcome to the Pen & Sword Fight Academy Fall Term!
This is class is a part of the larger Fall Term that starts October 1st and ends November 21st which focuses on Single Sword stage combat techniques, skills, and storytelling.
Once registered, you can come to as many class times as you can to learn, train, and build a comprehensive skill base for your theatrical development.
Pen & Sword Fight Academy - Single Sword
Welcome to the Pen & Sword Fight Academy Fall Term!
This is class is a part of the larger Fall Term that starts October 1st and ends November 21st which focuses on Single Sword stage combat techniques, skills, and storytelling.
Once registered, you can come to as many class times as you can to learn, train, and build a comprehensive skill base for your theatrical development.
Pen & Sword Fight Academy - Single Sword
Welcome to the Pen & Sword Fight Academy Fall Term!
This is class is a part of the larger Fall Term that starts October 1st and ends November 21st which focuses on Single Sword stage combat techniques, skills, and storytelling.
Once registered, you can come to as many class times as you can to learn, train, and build a comprehensive skill base for your theatrical development.
Pen & Sword Fight Academy - Single Sword
Welcome to the Pen & Sword Fight Academy Fall Term!
This is class is a part of the larger Fall Term that starts October 1st and ends November 21st which focuses on Single Sword stage combat techniques, skills, and storytelling.
Once registered, you can come to as many class times as you can to learn, train, and build a comprehensive skill base for your theatrical development.
Portland Center Stage's Sweeney Todd: Demon Barber of Fleet Street - Opening Night
The Pen & Sword has had the pleasure of Fight Choreographing Portland Center Stage’s production of Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street! If you would like to see an amazing show and some of our work, head over to Portland Center Stage’s website to purchase tickets for their run that extends through October.
Pen & Sword Fight Academy - Single Sword
Welcome to the Pen & Sword Fight Academy Fall Term!
This is class is a part of the larger Fall Term that starts October 1st and ends November 21st which focuses on Single Sword stage combat techniques, skills, and storytelling.
Once registered, you can come to as many class times as you can to learn, train, and build a comprehensive skill base for your theatrical development.
Pen & Sword Fight Academy - Single Sword
Welcome to the Pen & Sword Fight Academy Fall Term!
This is class is a part of the larger Fall Term that starts October 1st and ends November 21st which focuses on Single Sword stage combat techniques, skills, and storytelling.
Once registered, you can come to as many class times as you can to learn, train, and build a comprehensive skill base for your theatrical development.
The SAFD National Stage Combat Workshop 2024
The Pen & Sword’s Firen Williams will be at the 2024 National Stage Combat Workshop! More information and links to registration can be found here!
Here is a brief overview of what workshops are available this summer.
Introduction to Stage Combat Workshop (ISCW) - Students learn to perform fundamental techniques in the eight basic "fight" disciplines recognized by the SAFD. Each class emphasizes the development of the student’s personal command and understanding of their body in relation to theatrical physical conflict while encouraging each student’s personal development and artistic exploration. (Note: the ISCW is a 2-week workshop)
Actor Combatant Workshop (ACW) - This track focuses on training students in the compulsory techniques required for the SAFD Skills Proficiency Test (SPT) in Unarmed, Rapier and Dagger, and Two-handed Sword. Working in a studio format, students will explore character objectives and beat work within the fight, and are coached/rehearsed through their fight scenes. The track concludes in a presentation of the fight scenes for adjudication by SAFD Fight Masters.
Advanced Actor Combatant Workshop (AACW) - Open to Actor Combatants who already hold SPT certifications in Unarmed and at least two other disciplines, this track focuses on training students in the compulsory techniques required for the Skills Proficiency Test (SPT) in three additional disciplines (for 2024, those additional weapons styles will be Sword and Shield, Smallsword, and Knife). This track offers actors the opportunity to take masterclasses in multiple styles and to renew their statuses in Unarmed, Rapier and Dagger, and Two-handed Sword. This summer, the AACW will also have the opportunity to take masterclasses in Trauma-Informed and Consent-Based Theatre Making.
The MAC (Mentoring Advanced Combatants) Intensive
Pierce and Firen will be attending the MAC Intensive, a 5-day intensive training opportunity for advanced study in May in Bloomington, IN at Indiana University.
Subjects to include:
Footwork Review and Strengthening
Foundational technique training
Pris de Fer – martial and theatrical application
Pointwork
Choreography – theory and practice
Fight Direction
Theatrical application of 8 weapons styles of the SAFD
Martial applications of various weapon styles of the SAFD
German Longsword
Martial arts technique and aesthetic
Putting fights together
Logic of the fight
Policies and Procedures
More to come!
KNIFE WEEKEND
What is the Beginner Knife Weekend?
The Beginner Knife Weekend is a Two-Day class event designed to teach students the fundamental skills of Knife in Stage Combat with ample time for drilling, practice, and personal guidance. Students will also learn small sections of choreography that incorporate these techniques for their own enjoyment and advancement towards full fight scenes! If you are looking to prepare for a show, expand your own skill set, or simply get some training in, sign up!
The class size is limited to 16 people so the sooner you sign up, the more likely you are to secure your spot.
When will the Beginner Knife Weekend be?
The Beginner Knife Weekend schedule goes as follows:
Saturday, April 27th from 10am-1pm
Sunday, April 28th from 10am-1pm
Where will the Beginner Knife Weekend be held?
The Beginner Knife Series will be held at Howard Amon Park!
Who can take the Beginner Knife Weekend?
Anyone 14 years of age or older may participate in the Beginner Knife Weekend. Parental permission is required for students younger than 18 years old.
How much is tuition?
Tuition is $60 and covers both classes. Please send payment to thepenandsword.combat@gmail.com on PayPal!
KNIFE WEEKEND
What is the Beginner Knife Weekend?
The Beginner Knife Weekend is a Two-Day class event designed to teach students the fundamental skills of Knife in Stage Combat with ample time for drilling, practice, and personal guidance. Students will also learn small sections of choreography that incorporate these techniques for their own enjoyment and advancement towards full fight scenes! If you are looking to prepare for a show, expand your own skill set, or simply get some training in, sign up!
The class size is limited to 16 people so the sooner you sign up, the more likely you are to secure your spot.
When will the Beginner Knife Weekend be?
The Beginner Knife Weekend schedule goes as follows:
Saturday, April 27th from 10am-1pm
Sunday, April 28th from 10am-1pm
Where will the Beginner Knife Weekend be held?
The Beginner Knife Series will be held at Howard Amon Park!
Who can take the Beginner Knife Weekend?
Anyone 14 years of age or older may participate in the Beginner Knife Weekend. Parental permission is required for students younger than 18 years old.
How much is tuition?
Tuition is $60 and covers both classes. Please send payment to thepenandsword.combat@gmail.com on PayPal!
The Pentacle Theatre - Boxing and Brawling!
Boxing & Brawling: Unarmed Stage Combat Techniques for Beginners
This 2-hour class is a perfect opportunity for beginner and returning students to learn basic unarmed stage combat techniques such as punches, blocks & dodges, elbows, knees, and more. All students will learn useful techniques to safely and effectively show unarmed violence on stage, but also have the opportunity to learn a small choreographed fight to record to show off to their friends and family. Whether you have taken a class with The Pen & Sword before or not, come have fun with us! All are welcome: actors, directors, stage managers, techies, and the curious.
The Valley Theatre - Unarmed and SPOONS workshop!
The Pen & Sword’s Firen Williams will be teaching a 2-hour Unarmed and SPOONS stage combat workshop to the cast of The Somewhat True Tale of Robin Hood at the Valley Theatre Company in Ellensburg, WA!
Leona Libby Middle School Unarmed Foundations!
The Pen & Sword’s Firen Williams has been invited to teach two sessions of Unarmed Foundations to the Drama Club of Leona Libby Middle School! Students should get ready to slap, punch, kick, push, pull, and fall their way to success!
Libby Middle School - Unarmed Foundations!
The Pen & Sword’s Firen Williams has been invited to teach two sessions of Unarmed Foundations to the Drama Club of Leona Libby Middle School! Students should get ready to slap, punch, kick, push, pull, and fall their way to success!
Beginners Single Sword Series
What is the Beginner Single Sword Series?
The Beginner Single Sword Series is a series of classes designed to teach students the fundamental skills of Single Sword in Stage Combat with ample time for drilling, practice, and personal guidance. Students will also learn small sections of choreography that incorporate these techniques for their own enjoyment and advancement towards full fight scenes! If you are looking to prepare for a show, expand your own skill set, or simply get some training in, sign up!
The class size is limited to 12 people so the sooner you sign up, the more likely you are to secure your spot.
When will the Beginner Single Sword Series be?
The Beginner Single Sword Series schedule goes as follows:
Saturday, March 23rd from 10am-11:30am
Saturday, March 30th from 10am-11:30am
Saturday, April 6th from 10am-11:30am
Where will the Beginner Single Sword Series be held?
The Beginner Single Sword Series will be held at Legacy Jiu Jitsu Academy in Richland’s Uptown. 1324 Jadwin Ave, Richland, WA.
Who can take the Beginner Single Sword Series?
Anyone 14 years of age or older may take the Beginner Single Sword Series. Parental permission is required for students younger than 18 years old.
How much is tuition?
Tuition is $45 and covers all four classes. Please send payment to thepenandsword.combat@gmail.com on PayPal!
How can I sign up?
Use this link to sign up via our Google Form! https://forms.gle/WrfVnNNpw32zuF5X6
The Boil - Louisiana Tech Stage Combat Workshop
The Pen & Sword’s Pierce Williams will be attending the Stage Combat Workshop at Louisiana Tech University is one of the oldest regional stage combat workshops in the country. Since its inception in 1992, the workshop has grown into one of the most widely respected and exciting workshops available. We offer a variety of classes to keep students at all skill levels engaged. Entering its 33rd year, the SCW @ LATech has bigger and better things in store for those who attend the 2024 workshop. For those new to the stage combat world, this is a wonderful introduction to the art and for advanced students, it's a great opportunity for networking and professional development.
The workshop has survived and thrived through the years due to the sharing of ideas and inspiration that each and every person brings to this event. We would be happy to have you and hope to see you there!