{"product_id":"stage-combat-armed-rapier-dagger","title":"Stage Combat: Armed (Rapier \u0026 Dagger)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis clear and comprehensive manual contains everything you need to know in order to create and portray armed stage fights with the rapier and dagger (or just a rapier) that are dramatically effective, and, above all, safe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStarting with the essential concepts, including footwork, eye contact, targeting and distance, it then takes you step by step through all the key techniques:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerforming attack moves\u003c\/strong\u003e including slashing and slicing, thrusting, and cutting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eParrying moves\u003c\/strong\u003e and defending yourself against attacks using a single weapon or two weapons together\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCounterattacks\u003c\/strong\u003e such as taking control of your partner's blade and ripostes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach technique is clearly described and extensively illustrated, with accompanying online videos demonstrating every move. Also included are sections on how to put together your own fight sequences, make them dramatically compelling and realistic, and convey your character's pain, wound or death.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are an actor preparing for a role with a sword fight, or a student learning your craft, this book will help you execute the techniques with precision and control, build your confidence and keep you safe. It also helps you to recognise when you may need to call upon the services of a qualified professional. For those already trained in stage combat, it will serve as an invaluable refresher as well as supplementing your ongoing training.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhatever your current level of experience, \u003cem\u003eStage Combat: Armed\u003c\/em\u003e is a vital resource for directors, actors, students and teachers, or indeed anyone looking to incorporate safe, effective sword fights into their stage productions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRoger Bartlett is a professional fight director and Master Teacher for the British Academy of Stage \u0026amp; Screen Combat (BASSC), the UK's leading provider of stage-combat training. He is also the author of \u003cem\u003eStage Combat: Unarmed\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nick Hern Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56672755351896,"sku":"9781848428577","price":25.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/1295\/4195\/files\/9781848428577.jpg?v=1778318140","url":"https:\/\/agendabookshop.com\/products\/stage-combat-armed-rapier-dagger","provider":"Agenda Bookshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}