ABOUT THE EVENT

Fundamental Introduction To Stage Combat

At the Fundamental Introduction to Stage Combat workshop, we will cover the essentials of a fight scene, how to sell the basic strikes used, and how to safely and effectively portray action on stage.

DETAILS

All skill levels are welcome
You'll be working in close proximity to others so please be aware of personal hygiene, and ensure your fingernails are trimmed to avoid injury
We ask that participants come wearing clean and comfortable clothing that allows for movement

WHAT TO BRING

- A bottle of water
- A towel

Note: we will be photographing/filming parts of this workshop for promo and social media use. Please advise us if you do not wish to be filmed.

ABOUT THE COACH

Originally from Scotland, Seb studied acting at Edinburgh Acting School for four years. He has called Australia home for the past thirteen years, and since moving here he has appeared in Offspring (Network Ten), Olivia Newton-John: Hopelessly Devoted To You (Nine Network), and Method (Nine Network).

As well as being a working actor, Seb is an MEAA-graded stunt performer, and has experience in both stage and screen combat on projects such as La Brea, Ricky Stanicky, and Neighbours. He has a varied martial arts background in boxing, brazilian jiu-jitsu, taekwondo and muay thai.

ABOUT SUNDAYS WITH WIT

Join Wit Incorporated for Sundays with Wit held on the first Sunday of every month! A space for theatre-makers and creatives of all disciplines to come together to build creative skill through experimentation, collaboration and artistic discourse. Sundays with Wit are supported by Maribyrnong City Council Arts and Culture. Donations to Wit Incorporated are welcome and will help us extend this series. Learn more here: witinc.com.au/sundays or follow us @instawits.

The artists of Wit Incorporated meet, work and create on the lands of the Kulin nation. We pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging.

QUESTIONS

If you have any questions, please get in touch at hello@witinc.com.au