To all who've addressed this question to date: Thank you all so much. I now don't 1) feel all alone 2) feel so abused.
Here is some of how I do a design assignment or project: Read the script as early as possible, first for impression then for content Research the author, his era, the era of the play Read the script again for actions of characters Line by line read the dialogue for described, prescribed, and proscribed dress Take into account the stage directions and how or if they apply to the stage being used Assess each character's personality Talk to the director Prepare drawings for director's approval Check with set design on color, exits-entrances, any obstructions, need for particular set pieces ( coat rack, etc.) I do not costume actors; I design uniforms for characters (I do take into consideration any physical limitations of the actor) On this show I got the script the afternoon of auditions and was turned on my request for a meeting with director who said she didn't know what she yet and she'd get back to me - never happened. A starter for, not a standard, a precept to work by :never take measurements by yourself, always use a chaperone. If working with children do not use other children for this, always use an adult. Audy in the high boonies of Central Texas ________________________________________ PeoplePC Online A better way to Internet http://www.peoplepc.com _______________________________________________ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
