I was saddened to hear that Creations' (nee #StarfireSwords) master swordsmith, Zach, passed away over the last year.

Back in my #StageCombat days, Starfires and their distinctive leather- and wire-wrapped grip style were one of our main standbys. The steel made this gorgeous ringing sound any time you had blade on blade contact.

Although I never got to meet the man in person, the beauty and care that he brought into the world enriched my life immeasurably. I was also happy to hear that the legacy he built lives on.

Small note about stage combat with swords: it must _appear_ you are attacking the person, and they are attacking you, not that you are hitting or aiming for their sword.

Just saw the umpteenth fight where they were clearly waiting for parries before starting attacks, and that’s not the story.

#StageCombat #acting #actors #StagedViolence #stunts #swordplay #SAFD

Who has two thumbs & taught an intro to #stagecombat workshop at the #HanoverConservatory tonight? This guy!

It was basically an interview/audition for a teaching position there. I won't know if I landed the gig until after the holidays, but I dare say I made a great impression all around, so I'm feeling hopeful.

And this is on top of running four one-day stage combat workshops next year under the #StudioTheatreWorcester banner! Everything's coming up Milhous!