Dear Friends, Here's another issue of our regional newsletter for the East Central Region. I cordially invite all SAFD members (Friend/AC/AAC/CT/FD/FM) to keep me apprised of their activities: classes, shows, etc... I will endeavor to update this news page as often as possible. Thank you!... |
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SAFD East Central Region Newsletter - Vol. 2, No. 21... Date: 8/1/03 Dear Friends, In New York City: From AAC Ray Rodriguez: I wanted to pass on that I will be FD and playing Long John Silver in a TREASURE ISLAND production for Moosehall Theater Company for their Inwood Hill Shakespeare Festival. The show runs July 23 thru Aug 9, Wed-Sat at 7:30pm. The website is http://www.moosehallisf.org for info and directions. In the Cast: AAC Ray Rodriguez, FD/CT Robert 'Tink' Tuftee, AC Mark James Shryver, AC Zorikh Lequirde AND... From The Lady Cavaliers: The Lady Cavaliers are holding a workshop for actors, directors, fight choreographers and combat enthusiasts, with skill levels ranging from beginning to advanced, to take a look at the traditionally male-oriented field of stage combat from the female point of view. Examine the differences in body types, strengths and weaknesses, stereotypes and assumptions, and the ever-growing trend of women fighters on stage and in film. WOMEN IN STAGE COMBAT A 4-hour workshop to explore a female approach to stage combat through hands-on practical experience, historical knowledge and physiological discovery. ~ Examine the strengths of the female body in hand-to-hand combat ~ ~ Discover the pros and cons of sword fighting in women's period clothing ~ ~ Discuss historical women warriors from Athena to Xena ~ SATURDAY, AUGUST 9th, 12-4pm ~ NYC Taught and supervised by the Resident Artists and members of The Lady Cavaliers Space is limited - Reservations required - $60 fee ($20 deposit required to hold a space) Contact us @ 212.726.8301 or info@ladycavaliers.com WWW.LADYCAVALIERS.COM That's all for now... Regards, Dan O'Driscoll SAFD Regional Representative - East Central |
SAFD East Central Region Newsletter - Vol. 2, No. 22... Date: 8/20/03 Dear Friends, More happenings in New York City... From: The Lady Cavaliers The Lady Cavaliers invite you to: An Elegant Evening of Duels - with Wine, Cheese and Music Thursday, August 21st, 7 - 10 PM A unique fundraising event to support Women-at-Arms 2003 with live piano music, an open wine bar and spectacular fights choreographed by
John Ficarra and Robb Hunter of Combat Incorporated Featured Duelists: Barbara Brandt, John Ficarra, Robb Hunter, Denise Hurd Judi Lewis-Ockler, Maggie Macdonald and Laurie Miller The Great Room, A.R.T./NY’s South Oxford Space 138 South Oxford Street, Brooklyn, NY 11217 Located in the BAM cultural district - take the C train to Lafayette Avenue (1/2 block away), or the 4, 5, 2, 3, or Q trains to Atlantic Avenue (4 blocks away). Tickets $50 single / $75 double Please R.S.V.P. to receive your printed invitation by calling (212) 726-8301or email info@ladycavaliers.com Come and be a part of the fight for stronger women in theatre! AND... Congratulations to John Ficarra of Combat Incorporated who recently was granted the status of Certified Instructor with Fight Directors Canada (FDC) AND... From: CT Joe Travers BACK TO SCHOOL!!! Swordplay Stage Combat GETS YOU READY FOR ACTION!!!! AUGUST AND SEPTEMBER CLASSES!!! FIGHTING for CAMERA $225 Lights! Camera! Action! This class focuseson honing your skills for crisp, adept film and TV fighting. Camera angles,sell, partnering, strikes, grappling and more! (Some experience required) Five weeks begin Thursday, August 21st NEED TO RENEW CERTIFICATION? CHECK THIS OUT!!! SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FIGHT DIRECTORS SKILLS PROFICIENCY TEST CLASSES !!! SAFD UNARMED COMBAT TEST CLASS – PART 2 $175 Put yourself to the test! Containing 15 class hours, this class includes a review of all techniques and choreography for the SAFD Skills Proficiency Test in Unarmed Combat, leading to Actor/Combatant Certification. Perfect for those renewing their Certification or those who have 15 or more hours of Unarmed experience. Taught by an SAFD Certified Teacher. Part 2 (15 hrs) begins Tuesday evening, August 26th (registration does not include SAFD test fee) SAFD SINGLE SWORD TEST CLASS – PART 2 $175 Are you ready? Containing 15 class hours, this Class includes a review of all techniques and choreography for the SAFD Skills Proficiency Test in Single Sword, leading to Actor/Combatant Certification. Perfect for those renewing their Certification, or those who have 15 or more hours of Single Sword. Taught by an SAFD Certified Teacher. Part 2 (15 hrs) begins Thursday evening, August 28th (registration does not include SAFD test fee) DEPOSITS REQUIRED TO REGISTER. CLASS SIZE LIMITED CALL TODAY!!! (212) 726 -2400 AND... From : CT/FD Mike Chin Don't forget!... New York Regional / Society of American Fight Directors approved Stage Combat Workshop sponsored by Fights4 The Summer Sling VII When: Thursday, August 21 - Sunday, August 24 Where: NYU - The Tisch Building, 721 Broadway (corner of Waverly St.) in the heart of Greenwich Village Classes offered: Rapier & Dagger, Broadsword, Martial Arts, Knife Fighting, Film Fighting, Whips, Multiple attackers and more.... Instructors: All instructors are recognized and sanctioned Certified Teachers and Fight Directors with The Society of American Fight Directors Tuition: $250 for all four days $85 per day for individual days Discounts: $212.50/$72.25 Discount for current SAFD members $225/$76.50 Discount for College Students or participants of other SAFD sanctioned workshops More info: Call the SAFD hotline @ 1-800-659-6579 (9am-6pm Eastern Standard Time) Email: rtuftee@ix.netcom.com or Nscwboss@aol.com That's all for now... Sincerely, Dan O'Driscoll SAFD Regional Representative - East Central |
Member News Updates from January 2003 through June 2003 can be found here... |