The Art of Lightsaber Dueling
Masterclass · Day 4 · Sun 25 October 2026, 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm · Aljada, Sharjah
The Art of Lightsaber Dueling is an action-focused masterclass exploring the techniques and choreography behind cinematic lightsaber combat, led by acclaimed stunt performers and actors Lauren Mary Kim and PeiPei Yuan. Drawing on her experience as the motion capture performer for Ahsoka Tano in The CLONE WARS Season 7, Lauren demonstrates how martial arts and character movement shape memorable fight sequences.
Key points include the fundamentals of lightsaber swordplay such as stance and controlled movement, the unique challenges of double-edged lightsabers, and the distinctive dual-lightsaber and reverse-grip techniques that define Ahsoka Tano’s style. By the end of this masterclass, attendees will understand how to combine choreography, character, and movement to create dynamic and authentic lightsaber duels.
- Lauren Mary Kim — Stunt Performer / Actor
- PeiPei Yuan — Stunt Performer / Actor