Jo Ann Mendelson

Biography

Jo Ann Mendelson is a professional actor, Fight Director, Stage Combat Instructor and Acting Teacher. She completed her B.A. at LMU in Theatre Arts in 2008 and an M.F.A. in Performance for Television, Film and Theatre at Cal State LA in 2018. She currently serves as the Member Representative for Dueling Arts International, an international organization dedicated to training in the field of Stage Combat.

Education (2)

Loyola Marymount University: Bachelor of Arts, Theatre Arts 2008

California State University, Los Angeles: MFA, Performance for Television, Film & Theatre

Areas of Expertise (10)

Quarterstaff

Transitional Single Rapier

Medieval Broadsword

Stage Combat

Drama

Acting

Comedy

Unarmed Combat

Renaissance Rapier & Dagger

Restoration Smallsword

Industry Expertise (1)

Performing Arts

Affiliations (3)

• SAG/AFTRA
• Dueling Arts International
• Loft Ensemble Theatre Company