Mitten Mayhem

Mitten Mayhem A Stage Combat Workshop held during October in SE Michigan by Theatrica Gladiatoria!

The Mitten Mayhem Stage Combat Workshop is a regional stage combat workshop that is focused on bringing an experience of movement, physical storytelling, and diversity of thought to the participants of SE Michigan.

Thank you to all who came to Mitten Mayhem 2025! So incredibly happy to have added new friends to our family of  . See y...
10/29/2025

Thank you to all who came to Mitten Mayhem 2025! So incredibly happy to have added new friends to our family of . See you again next October!

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We've got some amazing vendors at Mayhem this year! Featuring swords from , nerdy art and stickers from , and beautiful ...
10/26/2025

We've got some amazing vendors at Mayhem this year! Featuring swords from , nerdy art and stickers from , and beautiful jewelry from !

That is Day 1 of Mitten Mayhem in the books! The incredible classes continue tomorrow.
10/26/2025

That is Day 1 of Mitten Mayhem in the books! The incredible classes continue tomorrow.

There is still time to register for our lil' stage combat workshop next weekend! πŸ‘€ We've got classes for:- People brand ...
10/19/2025

There is still time to register for our lil' stage combat workshop next weekend! πŸ‘€ We've got classes for:
- People brand new to stage combat and think it is cool
- Actors who've done a little in a few shows and want to learn more
- Folks who've been out of the game for a while and are looking to jump back in
- Seasoned actor combatants

We'd love to have you there! Register at https://www.mittenmayhem.com/registration

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Mitten Mayhem Stage Combat Workshop
Oct 25-26, 2025
Ypsilanti, MI (Eastern Michigan University)
https://www.mittenmayhem.com
$300 for the full weekend ($270 for SAFD/FDC/DAI affiliation)

Here is a sneak peek at some of the cool classes you can take if you come to Mitten Mayhem!Curious about choreo? Try one...
10/17/2025

Here is a sneak peek at some of the cool classes you can take if you come to Mitten Mayhem!

Curious about choreo? Try one of these classes!
- "Nerf Knife Fighting" taught by Christina Traister
- "Build the Story(Board)" taught by Samantha Egle
- "Learning Choreo Fast" taught by Jen Pan

More class announcements to come next week!

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Mitten Mayhem Stage Combat Workshop
Oct 25-26, 2025
Ypsilanti, MI (Eastern Michigan University)
https://www.mittenmayhem.com
$300 for the full weekend ($270 for SAFD/FDC/DAI affiliation)

πŸ‘Š NEW INSTRUCTOR HAS APPEARED! πŸ‘ŠPlease give Adam Rector a warm welcome to our teaching staff! Unfortunately, Taqqee Khab...
10/16/2025

πŸ‘Š NEW INSTRUCTOR HAS APPEARED! πŸ‘Š

Please give Adam Rector a warm welcome to our teaching staff! Unfortunately, Taqqee Khabir will no longer be able to join us for Mitten Mayhem weekend, but we're delighted to bring you a variety of classes offered by Adam.

There is still time to sign up for our 2-day weekend of stage combat! You can register at https://www.mittenmayhem.com/registration

ADAM RECTOR (he/him) is a martial artist trained in various styles from different cultures and philosophies, holding instructor ranks in Kempo, Tae Kwon Do, Hapkido, JKD, and Kali. He also trains in Silat, HEMA, kickboxing, and grappling. He holds undergraduate degrees from Indiana University in both Physics and Martial Arts Training Methodologies as well as a Master’s of Science in Kinesiology. He is a Certified Teacher with the Society of American Fight Directors.

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Mitten Mayhem Stage Combat Workshop
Oct 25-26, 2025
Ypsilanti, MI (Eastern Michigan University)
https://www.mittenmayhem.com
$300 for the full weekend ($270 for SAFD/FDC/DAI affiliation)

Here is a sneak peek at some of the cool classes you can take if you come to Mitten Mayhem!Let's get back to the basics!...
10/12/2025

Here is a sneak peek at some of the cool classes you can take if you come to Mitten Mayhem!

Let's get back to the basics! Perfect for people looking to improve their foundational techniques.
- "Singing Swords" taught by Samantha Egle
- "Alexander Technique Reactions" taught by Dave Gonzalez
- "Shields!!!" taught by Tammy Everett

More class announcements to come next week!

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Mitten Mayhem Stage Combat Workshop
Oct 25-26, 2025
Ypsilanti, MI (Eastern Michigan University)
https://www.mittenmayhem.com
$300 for the full weekend ($270 for SAFD/FDC/DAI affiliation)

Last staff announcement: our Support Staff for Mitten Mayhem. πŸ’™βš”You definitely don't want to miss the opportunity to han...
10/10/2025

Last staff announcement: our Support Staff for Mitten Mayhem. πŸ’™βš”

You definitely don't want to miss the opportunity to hang with these incredible people and have a spectacular time learning to cause mayhem with swords. We hope to see you at the end of October!

Register today at https://www.mittenmayhem.com/registration
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Mitten Mayhem Stage Combat Workshop
Oct 25-26, 2025
Ypsilanti, MI (Eastern Michigan University)
https://www.mittenmayhem.com

$300 for full weekend

Here is a sneak peek at some of the cool classes you can take if you come to Mitten Mayhem!Looking to explore different ...
10/08/2025

Here is a sneak peek at some of the cool classes you can take if you come to Mitten Mayhem!

Looking to explore different approaches to weapon disciplines? You'll want to check these out!
- "Skeletal Swordplay" taught by Dave Gonzalez
- "Bolongese Sword" taught by Joe Wright
- "Wards and Cuts" taught by Tammy Everett

More class announcements to come next week!

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Mitten Mayhem Stage Combat Workshop
Oct 25-26, 2025
Ypsilanti, MI (Eastern Michigan University)
https://www.mittenmayhem.com
$300 for the full weekend ($270 for SAFD/FDC/DAI affiliation)

What's this, a schedule drop?? πŸ‘€Check out our full weekend plans at https://www.mittenmayhem.com/schedule. If you see so...
10/06/2025

What's this, a schedule drop?? πŸ‘€

Check out our full weekend plans at https://www.mittenmayhem.com/schedule. If you see something that intrigues you, you should register for the workshop! See you at the end of October!

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Mitten Mayhem Stage Combat Workshop
Oct 25-26, 2025
Ypsilanti, MI (Eastern Michigan University)
https://www.mittenmayhem.com
$300 for the full weekend ($270 for SAFD/FDC/DAI affiliation)

βš” A NEW INSTRUCTOR HAS APPEARED! βš”We're incredibly excited to welcome Dave Gonzalez (he/him) from the far lands of Chica...
10/04/2025

βš” A NEW INSTRUCTOR HAS APPEARED! βš”

We're incredibly excited to welcome Dave Gonzalez (he/him) from the far lands of Chicago to our 2025 Mitten Mayhem teaching staff. You have the opportunity to take Dave's amazing classes by signing up for our workshop at https://www.mittenmayhem.com/registration.

Dave is a Chicago-based Certified Teacher of both Stage Combat (SAFD) and the Alexander Technique (AmSAT). Previous Fight Direction credits include Lookingglass Theatre; American Theatre Co; Williams St. Rep; Elmhurst University; Carthage College; St Mary's College; and A Red Orchid Theatre, where his work received an Equity Jeff Award nomination. As a stage combatant, he has performed multiple times at the Lyric Opera of Chicago. Additionally, he has been part of Rogue Steel beginning in 2013, working to help make the finest and hardest-working stage combat weapons available. Since 2022 alongside CT's Nicky Jasper, Mikey Saubert, and AA/C Kate Booth has been a part of Open Gate Movement Arts, offering SPT classes to working actors in the Chicago area; and has served as guest faculty at DePaul University, Illinois State, and adjunct faculty at Carthage College.

http://www.opengatema.com/

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Mitten Mayhem Stage Combat Workshop
Oct 25-26, 2025
Ypsilanti, MI (Eastern Michigan University)
https://www.mittenmayhem.com
$300 for the full weekend ($270 for SAFD/FDC/DAI affiliation)

10/02/2025

Unfortunately Patrick Kelly has been whisked away to strange lands and will no longer be able to join us in this years Mayhem, BUT a new instructor will be announced soon and he's bringing some fun things with him!

You may want to pack a sword bag if you're interested in leaving with some tools of the trade ;)

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76 N Huron Street
Ypsilanti, MI
48197

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