Bonzuko

Firstly, I’d invite any of you who have taken or taught theatre movement classes to chime in on

"Red Six, Standing By."

fellow stage combat blog Them’s Fightin’ Words. Mr. Inouye has embarked on the wonderful journey that is graduate school, and has asked a question about it there. http://fightdesigner.wordpress.com/2010/09/07/easing-back-into-the-saddle/#comment-95

Next, you know the fat detective Eckhart from the 1989 Batman flick? He was Porkins!!!! Now why did I not know that before? http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0393853/

~Jenn

Getting some inspiration for an alternative to our famous "fly-choke"

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Yesterday late afternoon I started reading Cory Doctorow’s book Little Brother, and literally couldn’t put it down until I finished it (a little after midnight). A very highly recommended read. Be warned: you will be paranoid after reading it, but I think that’s a good thing. Check this amazing art installation after reading, and freak yourself out even more (thanks, i09!). Bird Cam Freaky Beauty

Enjoy the smart snark of stellar blog Got Medieval as he discusses Idleness and Labor.

And finally, think good thoughts about the folks who live scant miles away from the Bonzuko hombu, as they are evacuated by virtue of a wildfire, which has turned the entire Boulder sky a weird yellow smoky hue, and smells of campfire.

Happy Labor Day!    ~Jenn

eerie light and orange sun

Did you hear about this, lovely lurkers? Even sadder that the injured party was just an extra.

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Stellar blog Boing-Boing discusses the art and science of breaking boards and stuff with your hands (or head).   ~Jenn

Pic. (Check out the beard! Hai Sensei!)

And yes, there is a sword throw. (Thanks, Dangerous Minds!) ~Jenn
http://www.dangerousminds.net/comments/over_the_top_stunt_scene_from_telagu_blockbuster_magadheera_watch_out_/

Advanced Stage Combat student Nate Taves compiled this video of groin kickery goodness. The joke is an old one from Jenn’s RenFaire memories. Good times…
Pictured: Spring club meetings, Summer and Fall advanced classes.

Those of you who know me remember that I grew up dancing–I have a special place in my heart for amazing dance, whether it’s modern or jazz. Ballet even. Ask my Mom to tell you about me and the Nutcracker ballet. Anyway, thanks to Miss Cellania of stellar blog mental_floss for linking to this lovely medley of movie dances. I recognize most of them. Love em all. Enjoy!   ~Jenn

“The Swedes held the lead and put the French into a very deep trench.”

- Jason