In light of the current lockdown RC Annie have arranged learning remotely
Theatrical Handguns
11th May 2020 5pm to 7-7.30pm
via Zoom – 2.5-3 hours in length for a max of 16 participants.
An online live streamed 2.5/3hr course
It is designed to help you find your own comfort level while dealing with all theatrical guns, both physically and legally
– UK gun law, definitions, paperwork procedures and safety protocols
– Sourcing weaponry, transportation and storage
– Gun shaped choices. The anatomy of a bullet, semi auto and revolver
-Safe Handling, safe staging. Dangers and risks
– Q&A
this is our most popular Technical Theatre Workshop course which we deliver at a number of Theatres, UK Drama Schools and Universities.
All participants will be sent our Theatrical Handguns Training Certification Record and will be eligible to Hire from our stock of Blank Firing Handguns.
Should you require participants to experience the Live Firing section, we could arrange an additional visit once face to face teaching resumes.
SMA Members receive a 20% discount to the course cost of £90.00 making it £72.00
Please email the SMA office to obtain the discount code
To book click here
How to prepare for Violent and Intimate Action
13th May 2020 5pm to 7pm
via Zoom – 2-2.5 hours in length for a max of 16 participants.
This workshop will cover:
- Establishing venue and or rehearsals room protocols.
- Rehearsal room and performance approaches and procedures.
- Aftercare and ongoing practices
- Q&A Section.
SMA Members receive a 20% discount to the course cost of £90.00 making it £72.00
Please email the SMA office to obtain the discount code
To book click here
To book / sign up go to https://www.rc-annie.com/training/training-for-technicians/
BANG! (Blank firing handguns and RIFs)
The second workshop in the Rc-Annie Get Your Gun range!
Course times and location
10am-5pm on Sunday 4th November 2020
ALRA, Royal Victoria Patriotic Buildings, Wandsworth. London. SW18 3SX.
Who is it for?
Theatrical Handguns for stage management actors and beginners.
What is it?
Blank firing handguns and RIF’s. Basic law, availability and choice of items, gun anatomy. Practical handling and operation of Semi autos and Revolvers: safety, stance, dry drilling, close guard, loading, clearing, mag changes, aiming and safe staging. Blank firing practice. Tactical techniques and teamwork operations.
What to bring?
Practical clothing with a sturdy belt and trousers with belt loops (like combat trousers). You may also wish to bring your own close fitting gloves.
Outcome?
Practical operation and understanding of purpose built Blank Firing Handguns and RIF’s for theatre or film.
Registration ends the day before class starts.
Cost
Book BEFORE 4th Oct 2020 £120.00
If booking after 4th Oct, SMA Members will be able to claim 10% off full price of £170. Please email the SMA Office for the Discount Code.
Reserve your place
https://www.rc-annie.com/training/training-for-performers/bang-blank-firing/
Theatrical Handguns Course
Course times and location
10am – 4pm, tbc 2020
ALRA, Royal Victoria Patriotic Buildings, Wandsworth. London. SW18 3SX.
Summary
Ideal for Stage Managers and Technicians. The third workshop in the Rc-Annie Get Your Gun range!
Rc-Annie developed the UK’s premier Theatrical Gun Handing course and are proud to have had a positive influence on the industry and how we approach the best working practices in Theatre.
This workshop explores the practical elements of having to deal with ‘gun shaped things’ in the Theatre from sourcing to storing, operation, staging and all the paperwork procedures.
What is it?
Detailed law: definitions, the VRCA, exceptions, legal considerations. The handling: cleaning, loading, the firing of blank firers, dealing with gun fails, gun anatomy and the mechanics of how they work. The buying (choice), the touring and storage. The staging: distances, the 4 rules, the dangers, the paperwork and procedures.
Places are limited
Cost tbc
Reserve your place
RC Annie website for more details and to book: https://www.rc-annie.com/training/training-for-performers/theatrical-handguns/
These courses are also available to book for company groups contact v@rc-annie.com for more details.