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Synopsis
This updated edition of Costumes for the Stage aims at simplicity in all aspects of designing and making costumes. Starting with five pages illustrating the basic shapes of each period, Sheila Jackson provides practical advice for every kind of play, together with drawings, diagrams, and patterns from which to work. Included are sections on Greek plays, medieval miracles and mysteries, Shakespeare, seventeenth century, eighteenth century, Victorian and Edwardian costume, the twenties and thirties, and the present day. An essential book of costume design.
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Even the well-trained designer might learn a few new shortcuts...A useful starting point for the creative amateur. Theatre Journal Theatres with small budgets (probably every theatre) should...use this handbook as a training manual...should become a basic reference. Kliatt Engrossing. A truly comprehensive handbook. Publishers Weekly A book for anyone who has to costume a show on a small budget. Book Notes A lavish and exciting book providing an ideal blend of historical detail, practical suggestion, and imaginative flair. Speech and Drama
About the Author
Sheila Jackson, who designed the costumes for the popular television series Upstairs, Downstairs was Head of Costume at London Weekend Television. She is also the author of More Costumes for the Stage (also published by New Amsterdam). She lives in London.
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- PublisherHerbert Press
- Publication date1978
- ISBN 10 0273011715
- ISBN 13 9780273011712
- BindingHardcover
- Edition number1
- Number of pages144
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