The Fight Director’s Intensive

Immerse yourself in a transformative four-day intensive designed to hone your skills under the guidance of seasoned professionals from Broadway, Off-Broadway, and regional theaters.

You'll Experience:

  • Comprehensive Training: Engage in classes that delve into the core elements of fight direction. Learn how to craft compelling sequences that enhance storytelling and captivate audiences.

  • Expert Instruction: Benefit from the wisdom and experiences of top fight directors who bring a wealth of knowledge and a variety of styles and techniques. Their insights will help you develop your unique artistic voice and approach to fight choreography.

  • Interactive Learning: Participate in hands-on workshops with real actors where you can experiment with choreography in a supportive environment. Work alongside fellow participants to tackle real-world challenges and receive personalized feedback and guidance to refine your techniques and boost your confidence.

  • Industry Insights: Gain practical knowledge about contracts, negotiations, and professional etiquette in the world of theater and film.

  • Team Collaboration: Discover best practices for collaborating with directors and other creative team members to ensure cohesive productions.

  • Networking Opportunities: Connect with leading industry professionals and fellow aspiring fight directors.

Why Attend?

This intensive is not just about learning techniques; it's about transforming your approach to fight choreography. By the end of the program, you will have:

  • Enhanced Skills: Improved your technical abilities and creative thinking in fight choreography.

  • Professional Insights: Gained valuable industry knowledge that can help advance your career.

  • Creative Confidence: Developed the confidence to experiment and innovate in your choreography work.

Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your fight choreography skills and become a sought-after fight director in the theater and film industry. Join us for an unforgettable experience that will set you on the path to success!

Our 2024 Lead Instructors:

Jason Paul Tate

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Robert Aronowitz

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Cost

The price of the 2024 Fight Directors Intensve is $600. If you register for the normal workshop and are then accepted into the FDI, your registration cost will be put toward your total and you will then be contacted to remit the difference.

No fee is required to apply, but, if accepted, you will be asked to submit a $100 deposit to secure your spot.

How Do I Apply?

The Fight Direcors Intensive is available by application process and space is limited

To apply, fill out our Google Form below. We ask for contact info, resume, a brief philosophy on fight direction, scene preferences, optional links to choreography, and weapon proficiences. SAFD certification will be considered but professional experience is also accepted. Applications are due by July 15 and we will attempt to have decisions returned to applicants by July 21.


Registration for the 2024 Fight Directors Intensive is now closed! Please check back next summer!