#stagecombat

[cosplaycollectibles]

⚔️ Tjure Stage Combat Sword⚔️

[cosplaycollectibles]

Thorleif Stage Combat Sword - Built for Performance ⚔️

[rakstagecombat]

Centennial Collegiate VS (UGDSB)

"Chris offered a highly engaging, energetic and informative workshop.  He works quick, holds the attention of students from grade 9-12 and I was able to transfer the skills into units of study such as mime.  I highly recommend this workshop! "

~ Kiran Denis

[em-edwards]

Fall Away!

Another season is off and running and here's the recap of what I've been up to, as well as my upcoming projects for the next month!

Alien Hearts

I worked as an Intimacy Consultant on the indie film Alien Hearts this summer. Based on the Guy de Maupassant' novel of the same name, Alien Hearts tells the story of artist André Mariolle as he intersects with the rich Miche de Burne, a patron to artists. It was a delight to work with writer/director Kevin Townley and the amazing actors on this modern queer romantic fantasia.

It's Getting Tired Mildred

Season 10(!!) of It's Getting Tired Mildred kicked off with a sock puppet episode this past weekend! Enjoy this backstage shot of me with my counterpart, Sock Puppet Lacy! Next episode is October 12th.

Dreamcats! The Musical

I'm so excited to be a part of this show, created by one of my favorite groups, Midnight Radio Show! Not only am I acting in this hybrid puppet/live action sci-fi fantasy show, but The Dysfunctional Swingers are debuting a brand new dance piece! Happening Saturday at 7:30 as part of the Evolution Festival at the gorgeous space at The Center at West Park. Tickets and info can be found here.

Feejee Mermaid

I'm thrilled to be intimacy/violence director for the debut play for the new theatre company Drops in the Vase! On the eve of the 19th Annual International Taxidermy Championships, four experts of the trade gather in a hotel room. Fueled by competitive tension and a whole lot of alcohol, they spend the night vying for supremacy. Who can master the act of creation, and achieve perfection? By the end of the night, one of them proves they are willing to push the boundaries of their craft further than anyone ever thought possible. The show runs Oct 16-Nov 2. Tickets can be found here.

Peter and the Starcatcher

The fall production for NJIT, I'll be helping out with some of the fights for the show. It's such a fun show and I'm looking forward to jumping into rehearsals soon!

[em-edwards]

Summer Awaits

Hello everyone! The school year is over and the possibilities for summer are endless! Here's a few things that I have on the docket...

Legally Blonde

This spring semester I had the wonderful experience of directing and choreographing Legally Blonde at NJIT. It felt like a full-circle moment, after having been in the choreographer's seat for over a decade. It was so great to stretch my wings as director! And I had such an amazing team! From the brilliant cast, to the dedicated music team, to our brilliant engineering student who made me a 20 ft. turntable set, to the inspired crew and creative team. It took a village! But I was so happy with how it turned out.

A-Town Throwdown

I had a fantastic time in Atlanta for Memorial Day weekend, attending a 3 day stage SAFD combat workshop hosted at Oglethorpe University. Under the guidance of many skilled and hilarious teachers, I was able to increase my skills in unarmed combat, found objects, throwing knives, single sword, and more. I also learned the basics of rigging and what that looks like on a film set (as seen above).

Living Radio

Next up this Monday, I'll be returning to work with the folks at Living Radio! This is a fun monthly event where 10 minute plays are written based on the news of the week and performed as live radio plays. I'll be directing this month and have a funny team to work with. You can catch it this Monday at Under St. Marks. Tickets and info are here.

It's Getting Tired Mildred

Also this week, the season finale of It's Getting Tired Mildred (yout favorite primetime 80's soap opera for the stage) happens on Saturday! It's been a roller-coaster of a season that has seen the re-emergence of the cult *cough* collective of Peace and Light, the return of Leon-Sebastian, scandalous hookups, sock puppets, sex curses, and more. Lacy (that's me) started going to therapy this season! But will it stick? Be sure to make to the last episode before September! Details for the performance here.

Next Up - Check out the Mermaid Parade in mid-June at Coney Island. I'll be there representing the new theatre company, Drops in the Vase.

[rakstagecombat]

Banting Memorial HS (SCDSB)

"We are so happy we hired Chris James to teach a 2-day Stage Combat workshop! Having a change of voice is always great for the students, and Chris knew his stuff! He was very kind and approachable, knowledgeable, engaging and fun! Chris was professional and clear on instructions. He was communicative, affordable and easy to book. Banting Memorial HS would be happy to have him back in future years and highly recommend him for other's looking to book an in-class workshop!" ~ Julie Robertson

[michaelbaileywriter]

Despite the iffy weather, my first unarmed stage combat workshop with Studio Theatre Worcester happened, and I dare say it was a success. More will be coming throughout the year to meet the considerable demand, so stay tuned! For now, it's off to shower and then become one with the couch. #stagecombat #theaterworkshop #studiotheatreworcester #everythinghurts https://www.instagram.com/p/CpYMOTRuqXL/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[michaelbaileywriter]

Ain't that a beautiful sight? And fresh out of the box, still have that new plastic sword smell. #stagecombat #hanoverconservatory https://www.instagram.com/p/Co0ItYhuzau/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=