A History of Contemporary Stage Combat, 1969-Today
This book is the first of its kind to chronicle the art form of stage combat from the founding of the Society of British Fight Directors in 1969 up to today. The art form is discussed through how it is practiced in various countries, including the UK, USA, Canada, Germany, Australia, and Northern Europe. Also included are outcroppings of stage combat, including theatrical jousting and intimacy direction, as well as theatrical weaponry. Interviews were conducted with industry professionals, including:
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- David Boushey, founder of the Society of American Fight Directors
- Richard Ryan, swordmaster, fight arranger, stunt coordinator for such films as Troy, Sherlock Holmes, The Dark Knight, and television shows Vikings and Vikings Valhalla
- Dawn "Sam" Alden, founder of Babes With Blades Theatre Company
- John Waller, founding member of the Society of British Fight Directors
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CRITICAL FEEDBACK ON A HISTORY OF CONTEMPORARY STAGE COMBAT
"Thank you, Brian, for putting so many interesting and historical things into context. Now I finally understand why Paddy Crean is such a legend. I’ve often heard about him, even read up on him, but never fully understood the fuzz. And then of course there were all the others who have been a part of shaping this world we call stage combat. Brian’s book is thorough, well researched, entails great quotes and anecdotes - something for any (stage combat-) history geek. If you want to know your stage combat, this book is a must read."
-Miriam Schön Raagaard, Actor Combatant, Fight Choreographer & Intimacy Coordinator
-Miriam Schön Raagaard, Actor Combatant, Fight Choreographer & Intimacy Coordinator
