Costumes 1
Faculty: Liz Prince
Practicum:Create a costume for the character of the Madwoman in Jean Giraudoux's play- The Madwoman of Chaillot.
Interpret this character costume on yourself using any materials available to you. Each week we focus on a different part of the Madwoman's costume that includes an1885 dress with a large bustle and train.
Costume should have an asymmetrical balance to help emphasize her off kilter personality.
Weekly progression of Madwoman costume design:
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Gather materials you would like to work with. Remember you are telling a story and your materials are the language you use to tell the story.
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Hat like Marie Antoinette.
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Bustle structure.
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Bustle cover and under skirt.
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Bodice.
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Accessories and embellishments: tassels, fringes, cords, rosettes, ruffles, lorgnette, cameo.
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Final gathering of class in completed costume.