With over 20 years of experience teaching Acting and Stage Combat at City College in New York City, I help performers develop the confidence, technique, and skills needed to bring powerful characters and stories to life.
With more than 20 years of experience in acting, stage combat, and theatre education, I bring expertise, precision, and creativity to every performance and production.
With more than 20 years of experience in acting, stage combat, choreography, and theatre education, I bring a unique combination of performance, movement, and storytelling to every production. My work is grounded in precision, creativity, and a deep understanding of what makes live theatre compelling.
A versatile actor with extensive experience bringing complex characters, compelling stories, and authentic performances to the stage.
Specializing in stage combat and movement choreography, creating dynamic and believable action that serves the story while maintaining performance and safety.
Drawing on more than 20 years of professional and teaching experience, I bring expertise in acting, stage combat, choreography, intimacy direction, and performance to the theatre.

Developing compelling performances through character, movement, and stage presence.

Creating safe, precise, and dynamic fight sequences for theatrical performance.

Designing movement and stage action that support the story and serve the production.

Thoughtful choreography for romantic and intimate moments on stage.

More than 20 years of experience teaching acting at City College in New York City.

10 years of training with Intimacy Directors and Coordinators and Theatrical Intimacy Educators.

Building confidence, technique, and control through professional stage combat training.

Bringing together acting, movement, combat, and storytelling to create memorable performances.
Great theatre brings together character, movement, and storytelling. Every physical choice—from a subtle gesture to a fully choreographed fight—can reveal character and strengthen the story.
With more than 20 years of experience in acting, stage combat, choreography, and theatre education, Denise Hurd brings a thoughtful and precise approach to every performance and production.
From the precision of a fight sequence to the subtlety of a romantic scene, every movement has a purpose: to serve the story.
From the classroom to the professional stage, my work is rooted in the belief that powerful performance comes from strong technique, purposeful movement, and a deep connection to the story.
Theatre Experience
Professional Expertise
Bringing creativity and craftsmanship to every project through stage combat, intimacy direction, choreography, and handmade jewelry.

ACTOR • STAGE COMBAT • CHOREOGRAPHER
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