THIS IS THE WAY: STAGECRAFT, STUNTS AND FIGHTING ON SCREEN – Bowling Green, KY

Presents the
Republic Bank Foundation Speaker Series

With support from the
Speed Art Museum and WKU Innovation Campus

Kentucky to the World is excited to present the Republic Bank Foundation Speaker Series, showcasing “This Is The Way: Stagecraft, Stunts, and Fighting on Screen,” featuring Kentucky native Tom O’Connell. Join us on Friday, September 27th, at the WKU Innovation Campus for an unforgettable experience. Enjoy live stunts, captivating demonstrations, and engaging conversations with Tom O’Connell. This event is proudly supported by the WKU Innovation Campus and the Speed Art Museum.

Tom O’Connell, a proud Louisville native, is a renowned stuntman and actor known for his stunt double roles as the Heavy Mandalorian and Darth Vader. His journey is anything but ordinary. A Trinity graduate and originally aiming to be an astronaut or NASA engineer with a computer engineering degree from the University of Alabama Huntsville, Tom’s path took an unexpected turn, leading him from engineering to becoming a prominent figure in film and television.

You might recognize Tom from his thrilling stunts as the Heavy Mandalorian and Darth Vader, where his exceptional skills in on-screen fighting and precision stunts truly shine. With a background in stagecraft, Tom seamlessly transforms into a variety of characters, bringing authenticity and excitement to every performance. Standing tall at 6’4″, he is a master sword and katana practitioner, captivating audiences with his precise and dynamic action sequences.

This dynamic show features live stunt demonstrations, interactive audience participation, and engaging on-stage discussions, delving into the fascinating world of stagecraft, stunts, and on-screen combat. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to experience the artistry and thrill of Hollywood stunts up close from an accomplished and skilled Kentuckian. We can’t wait to see you there!

KTW invites individual students, middle-school through university, to attend the public program free of charge. Reservations must be made in advance for student tickets. Please email tickets@kentuckytotheworld.org to reserve your student ticket.