We offer Fight Choreography for those looking to include safe, believable, and dynamic stage violence in their show. This includes shows that don’t have “Ye olde sword fights”, but rather moments of domestic violence, moments of grappling/control, or even depictions of emotional/physical abuse.

By hiring us, you secure training for you and your cast, our choreography and teaching thereof, and cleaning in time for your performances.

Pricing is dependent on a few factors, so keep the following in mind:

1. Number of fights

2. Number of combatants

3. Time needed to safely and effectively accomplish the fights

4. Travel

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Who: High School, Community Theatre, or other Students. Whether they be Actors, Techies, or Stage Management, all are welcome. Drama Teachers, Facilitators, and Representatives are also encouraged to participate! Maximum class size - 30.

What: The foundations of safety within stage combat and select unarmed basics such as: Falls, Push/Pull, Grab/Shove, Slaps, Punches, Kicks, Chokes.

When: For 2 hours on a date to be agreed upon by the Drama Representative and the Combat Teacher.

Where: In the classroom or facility of the High School or Community Theatre (i.e. Stage, Gym, Classroom, etc.)

Why: This Stage Combat Fundamentals is a 2-hour class geared towards high school or Community Theatre Members who are looking to dip their toes into the world of Stage Combat. For many, this may be their first experience with Stage Combat, so this class will provide a basic foundational knowledge that they can use in shows, rehearsals, class scenes, etc.

As Drama Teachers, facilitators, or representatives, you can expect this class to:

1. Increase the safety and skillset of your students/members.

2. Draw new students/members in who may have been on the fence about participating in theatre.

3. Expand the skill set of current creative pool so that you can do higher caliber shows and not be daunted by combat in many scripts.

For high school students or Community Members who are looking to pursue theatre in college or as a career, stage combat will make them more hirable and safer on any stage or set they may find themselves on.

Pricing: $200.00 Flat Fee per class including travel expenses

Who: Professional, High School, Community Theatre, and other Students. Whether they be Actors, Techies, or Stage Management, all are welcome. Drama Teachers, Facilitators, and Representatives are also encouraged to participate! Maximum class size - 30.

What: A 2-hour class designed to delve into one of the 8 theatrical weapon styles.

Some subject options include:

Unarmed Stage Combat, Knife, Two-Handed Sword, Single Sword, Rapier and Dagger, Smallsword, Sword and Shield, Quarterstaff, and more!

When: For 2 hours on a date to be agreed upon by the Drama Representative or the Combat Teacher.

Where: In the classroom or facility of the High School or Community Theatre (i.e. Stage, Gym, Classroom, etc.)

Why: This Specialized Stage Combat class is geared towards high schools or Community Theatres who are looking to delve into a particular weapon style. Often times, this is used to prepare your creative pool for combat heavy shows coming up or to simply build upon fundamental knowledge. We recommend beginning with the Stage Combat Fundamentals Class before specializing so that everyone involved looks great and remains safe.

As Drama Teachers, facilitators, or representatives, you can expect this class to:

1. Increase the safety and skillset of your students/members

2. Prepare your creative pool for upcoming combat heavy shows.

3. Expand the skill set of your current creative pool so that you can do higher caliber shows and not be daunted by combat in many scripts.

For high school students or Community Members who are looking to pursue theatre in college or as a career, stage combat will make them more hirable and safer on any stage or set they may find themselves on.

Pricing: $200.00 Flat Fee per class including travel expenses

Who: Any student 14 years or older who wants to learn stage combat skills for school, university, their career, or for fun! (Students younger than 18 years old will also require parental supervision of private lessons)

What: An hour-long stage combat private lesson tailored to the student.

Some subject options include: Basic Stage Combat Fundamentals, Unarmed, Knife, Two-Handed Sword, Single Sword, Rapier and Dagger, Smallsword, Sword and Shield, Quarterstaff, and more!

When: On a date and time agreed upon by both student and teacher! Weekly recurrence is recommended for steady learning and improvement.

Where: A location as agreed upon by the student and the Pen & Sword Instructor.

Why: This private lesson (recurring or single) is a great way of getting one-on-one stage combat training with your Pen & Sword instructor. Whether you are preparing for an audition, wanting to increase your stage combat skill, or simply wanting to learn for fun, private lessons are a fantastic way to quickly improve in a highly personalized setting and lesson plan.

Pricing: $45.00 per hour long lesson.