Stage Combat

Z Artist Education

January 26, 2025

10am

Lobby

This dynamic course offers an introduction to the art of choreographed fighting for the stage and screen. Participants will learn about the fundamentals of safe and realistic combat techniques, including some information on punches, kicks, falls, and weapon handling. Under the guidance of an experienced instructor. Perfect for actors, directors, Choreographers and anyone interested in the dramatic arts, this class is your gateway to learning about the craft of stage combat. We will be offering ongoing opportunities to continue your exploration into Stage Combat!

 

1/12 – Body & Breath Awareness
“Explore the Body, Enhance the Breath, and Release the Tension Inbetween. Learn How the Body Reacts to Grounding, Abnormal Movement, and Imagery to Discover New Storytelling Choices”
1/19 – Covering Ground: Distance & Measure
“If You Can Move, You Can Fight!! Develop Practical Means of Moving and Maintaining Distance to Make Dynamic Fight Scenes”
1/26 – The Floor Is Your Friend: Jumping, Falling, & Rolling
“From High-Jump Kicks to Superhero Landings to Dive Rolls: Learn How to Improve your Jumping, Falling, & Rolling Skills for the Stage & Screen as we Explore our Bodies’ Relationship with Gravity and Become Best Friends with the Floor :)”

Stage Combat

Z Artist Education

January 19, 2025

10am

Lobby

This dynamic course offers an introduction to the art of choreographed fighting for the stage and screen. Participants will learn about the fundamentals of safe and realistic combat techniques, including some information on punches, kicks, falls, and weapon handling. Under the guidance of an experienced instructor. Perfect for actors, directors, Choreographers and anyone interested in the dramatic arts, this class is your gateway to learning about the craft of stage combat. We will be offering ongoing opportunities to continue your exploration into Stage Combat!

 

1/12 – Body & Breath Awareness
“Explore the Body, Enhance the Breath, and Release the Tension Inbetween. Learn How the Body Reacts to Grounding, Abnormal Movement, and Imagery to Discover New Storytelling Choices”
1/19 – Covering Ground: Distance & Measure
“If You Can Move, You Can Fight!! Develop Practical Means of Moving and Maintaining Distance to Make Dynamic Fight Scenes”
1/26 – The Floor Is Your Friend: Jumping, Falling, & Rolling
“From High-Jump Kicks to Superhero Landings to Dive Rolls: Learn How to Improve your Jumping, Falling, & Rolling Skills for the Stage & Screen as we Explore our Bodies’ Relationship with Gravity and Become Best Friends with the Floor :)”

Meet Me at The Z: Season Wrap Mixer

FREE & OPEN TO ALL

June 30, 2024

6:00pm

Lobby

Meet your fellow artists at The Z for a night of networking, giveaways, and great food from Town Center favorites! Get a sneak peek of our upcoming season, learn about ways to get involved in local theater, win prizes and free tickets, and kick off summer with friends from arts groups across the 757.

FREE and open to all performers, creators, artists, and arts leaders!

MASTER CLASS: Grant Writing

A Z Artist Event

February 15, 2023

7:00pm

Studio Theater

Fund your arts career throught grants! Learn the ins and outs of the application process from those well-versed in the process: Hillary Plate & Rita Cohen.

WORKSHOP: Artist Self Care

A Z Artist Event

June 21, 2023

7:00pm

Studio Theater

Time to care for yourself! As artists we are especially vulnerable and need to carve out time for our emotional and mental well being. Join us as Lynn Gilbert, creator of Sounds of Evensong, an immersive sound and vibration healing practice, leads a healing vibration session for us to experience together. Then learn about the programs and resources supporting mental health available through NAMI Coastal Virginia (National Alliance on Mental Illness).