When fights are staged, they are staged step-by-step - also called "fight choreography." With the assistance of Wadhams, NY resident and head coach of the Champlain Valley Fencing Club, Paul Rossi, a series of small fights have been staged for GOODNIGHT DESDEMONA, GOOD MORNING JULIET. After the fights are choreographed, they are rehearsed, and then warmed-up before each performance. The "Fight Captain" is responsible for the accuracy and safety of the fights.
The fights are taken at 1/2 speed, then 3/4 speed, then full speed - for safety reasons.
Below, actor Marshall York (in blue) and actor/fight captain Patrick Toon rehearse a fight from GOODNIGHT DESDEMONA, GOOD MORNING JULIET at 1/2 speed. Most of the fights in this play are fairly comic and brief. Caroline Treadwell appears far right.
GOODNIGHT DESDEMONA, GOOD MORNING JULIET plays at the Depot Theatre in Westport, NY from September 10-19. Order tickets here.
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