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Where Experience Meets Performance.

With decades of experience as an actress, stage combat choreographer, and educator, Denise Hurd brings a unique combination of theatrical expertise, practical fight training, and creative direction to every project. Her work spans stage combat, acting, choreography, and performance, with a focus on creating work that is safe, compelling, and authentic.

Denise Hurd

With over 20 years of teaching experience at City College in New York City and extensive experience in theater and performance, Denise brings knowledge, precision, and creativity to every production.

Professional Journey

From the stage to the classroom, Denise Hurd has built a career rooted in acting, stage combat, choreography, and education. Her extensive theatrical experience and dedication to developing performers have shaped a diverse body of work across theater, film, and education.

01 - Acting & Stage PerformanceTheater & Film
02 - Stage Combat & ChoreographyFight Direction & Choreography
03 - Teaching & Education(20+ Years of Teaching)
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My Approach to Performance

Denise Hurd brings a thoughtful and disciplined approach to acting, stage combat, and choreography. Her work combines strong technical training with creativity, storytelling, and a deep understanding of the performer’s needs. Whether working on stage, behind the scenes, or in the classroom, she is committed to creating confident, authentic, and compelling performances.

Selected Professional Highlights

Throughout her career, Denise Hurd has built a diverse body of work across acting, stage combat, choreography, and education. From regional and Off-Broadway productions to teaching and professional workshops, her experience reflects a deep commitment to theatrical storytelling and performer development.

 

  • Stage & Screen

    An accomplished actress with extensive experience across theatrical productions and film, bringing strong character work, physicality, and authenticity to every performance.

  • Fight Choreography

    Denise has choreographed stage combat for a wide range of productions, creating dynamic physical storytelling while maintaining professional standards of safety and technique.

  • Teaching & Mentorship

    With more than 20 years of experience teaching Acting and Stage Combat at City College in New York City, Denise has helped performers build confidence, technique, and practical stage skills.

Professional Collaborations

Throughout her career, Denise Hurd has collaborated with actors, directors, educators, and production teams to bring compelling stories to life. Her work in acting, stage combat, and choreography is grounded in communication, creativity, trust, and a strong understanding of the performance process.

Acting

Acting

Bringing depth, authenticity, and physical expression to characters across stage and screen.
Stage Combat

Stage Combat

Creating safe, dynamic, and believable fight sequences that support the story and performers.
Choreography

Choreography

Designing movement and combat that enhance character, storytelling, and the overall production.
Education

Education

Sharing decades of practical experience in Acting and Stage Combat with developing performers.

Professional performer, choreographer, and educator bringing experience, creativity, and precision to stage combat, acting, and theatrical performance.

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