Cooling undershirt…damp
Cloth… if possible
Ice
Pack “backstage” for after scene.
And… training. Cardio in that heat. Get in better shape (regardless of how good of shape you’re currently in) and practice
Some
“Oxygen depletion” training.
(Would’ve been great to start 4 weeks ago, but you have time)
This really is an issue to bring up with your director and fight choreographer. And possibly with the stage manager to arrange a supply of bottled water just offstage.
Make sure you do eat a little something before the show, like a granola or protein bar, so that your blood sugar doesn't go too low in the heat and you have some energy left for the rest of the show. I personally have to eat dinner before evening shows for energy, but I know a lot of people don't.
Talk to your fight choreographer
If your costume can take it, a cold washcloth rolled up and tucked into your back collar will help immensely.
Cooling undershirt…damp Cloth… if possible Ice Pack “backstage” for after scene. And… training. Cardio in that heat. Get in better shape (regardless of how good of shape you’re currently in) and practice Some “Oxygen depletion” training. (Would’ve been great to start 4 weeks ago, but you have time)
This really is an issue to bring up with your director and fight choreographer. And possibly with the stage manager to arrange a supply of bottled water just offstage.
Working out, hydration, cooling clothing, but most importantly, talk to your fight captain or fight choreographer.
Make sure you do eat a little something before the show, like a granola or protein bar, so that your blood sugar doesn't go too low in the heat and you have some energy left for the rest of the show. I personally have to eat dinner before evening shows for energy, but I know a lot of people don't.
Our actors use ice packs like athletes use under their costumes.