Stage combat is a choreographed performance that simulates physical fighting in theater, film, or television. It involves carefully planned movements and techniques to create the illusion of real violence while ensuring the safety of the performers. Trained professionals, often called fight directors, design these sequences to enhance storytelling and maintain the audience's suspension of disbelief. They use various techniques, including falls, strikes, and weapon handling, to create dynamic and engaging scenes without causing harm to the actors involved.