Courage meets
method.

My stunt workshop offers an in-depth introduction to stunts, stage combat and acting. Depending on the engagement, we develop small or large choreographies for plays, dance performances and film scenes, or even entire stage productions. We can also create material for a showreel.

Schools and classes can book the workshop for sports days or class reunions, for example. I can come to you, or you can visit me. A stunt workshop promotes health, fitness, athletic ability, coordination and other physical skills.

Who is this workshop for?

The workshop is primarily aimed at professional and amateur actors, theatre initiatives, theatres, clubs, martial arts schools and school students. Anyone who brings enthusiasm and a serious interest in learning is welcome.

What will you learn?

• Stunts and combat for film and theatre
• Acting, reactions, stretching and mime
• Falling techniques and body control
• Gymnastics and circus arts
• Stick and sword fighting, fencing basics
• Theatre sports, martial arts and body stunts
• Falls, jumps and convincing performance on camera

The programme teaches falling techniques, body control, mime and combat for film and theatre. You learn to perform complex sequences safely, make falls look convincing and position yourself correctly for the camera.

What should you bring?

Comfortable sportswear, indoor sports shoes and a positive attitude. For groups of more than five people outside Dresden, a sports hall is ideal; a courtyard or outdoor space is also possible. A hall in Dresden is available for individuals or small groups in bad weather. All other equipment is provided.

Weekend workshop: action riding

A stunt-riding workshop weekend is also available. This special format takes place in March, April, October and November and is intended for experienced riders or stunt performers who want to develop their riding, stunt or action-riding skills. The basic rules and elements of stunt riding are put into practice, with equestrian vaulting forming an essential part. The workshop takes place in Leuthen. Horses and accommodation are available for a limited number of participants; camping is possible, with electricity, water and sanitary facilities provided.

Stage fencing has long been an integral part of many drama schools. Besides offering advantages at auditions, it develops concentration, fitness, inner calm, self-confidence, precision and responsibility towards a partner. Fencing also promotes health and athletic ability.

Who is this workshop for?

The workshop is aimed at sport fencers, interested amateurs and actors. Enthusiastic beginners can also join. The training builds on a beginner’s sport fencing workshop but goes further in tactics and application to stage combat.

Fencing

Combinations such as sword and dagger or cloak and sword were common in the Renaissance. This workshop focuses on the sword or rapier. One- and two-handed weapons, shields and axes or lances can be added by prior arrangement.

What will you learn?

• General and fencing-specific fitness
• Strength, endurance, reactions and stretching
• Technique, tactics and footwork
• Partner exercises and safe handling of bladed weapons
• Posture, stepping techniques and staged fight choreography

What should you bring?

Comfortable sportswear, indoor sports shoes, gloves and a positive attitude. No previous experience is required; weapons are provided. You are welcome to bring your own weapons.

My aim is to bring children’s dreams to life and help them understand that, as individuals, they are part of society’s cultural life. This work in cultural education creates opportunities for artistic expression beyond a society shaped by media and digital technology.

Through humorous exercises and group games, children, teenagers and adults discover and appreciate themselves and their abilities in new ways. Children can explore the world of circus and theatre; individual and group exercises, expression games and movement games develop creativity and coordination.

The workshop is also a lovely opportunity for children and parents to share experiences. Circus skills play a part not only in the circus but also in gymnastics, dance styles such as rock ’n’ roll and breakdance, and modern movement disciplines such as parkour and skateboarding. They are an excellent way to promote health, fitness and athletic ability.

Who is this workshop for?

The workshop is mainly aimed at children, teenagers and their parents; actors can also benefit from a sound knowledge of circus arts. Enthusiastic beginners and more advanced participants are welcome. Circus artistry means performing physical skills for an audience, often using objects, as in juggling.

What will you learn?

• Devil stick and diabolo games
• Juggling with balls, hoops and clubs
• Children’s gymnastics and partner acrobatics
• Plate spinning
• Endurance, reactions, stretching and coordination

The circus arts workshop offers acrobatics, juggling, diabolo, devil sticks and much more. No previous experience is required.

What should you bring?

Comfortable clothing, indoor sports shoes and a positive attitude. Equipment is provided.