Game Day Festivities: Medieval Combat featuring Theatrica Gladiatoria
Saturday, September 28, 2024 12:30–2:30 PM
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- DescriptionJoin the Medieval Institute for a thrilling tailgate filled with fencing, excitement, and camaraderie!
This gameday, the Medieval Institute is very excited to welcome perennial favorites Theatrica Gladiatoria back to campus. Theatrica Gladiatoria’s professional performers and educators will offer dazzling swordplay alongside fascinating information about martial arts from the European Middle Ages both as historical practice and as living tradition! This is a hands-on event featuring basic instruction in medieval fencing for those who are interested.
Complimentary food and drink will be provided. This event is free and open to the public—all people and all ages are welcome!
Originally published at medieval.nd.edu. - Websitehttps://events.nd.edu/events/2024/09/28/game-day-festivities-notre-dame-vs-louisville/
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