#theatre design

[arc-hus]

Hardelot Theatre, Pas-de-Calais, France - Studio Andrew Todd

[fashionlandscapeblog]

Xanti Schawinsky

Spectodrama, Teil 4, Szene 1. Materialdemonstration. Black Mountain College, 1924-1937

[fallensapphires]

Places: The Theatre

The theatre is a spiritual and social X-ray of its time.

[brainscramble95]

Fitting #2 of Lady Capulet. It’s really coming together! I’m so happy everything is fitting so well, it’s super validating in a semester full of chaos.

[clementime3]

Costume thumbnail sketches for Rhinoceros ensemble cast (everyone except Jean, Berenger, and Daisy). Uhhhh so this took forever and I'm just glad it wasn't due Wednesday like it was supposed to be (Thanks Cabaret hahaha)

[inkbrushmood]

Hey there, friendly visitor! Are you having a lazy Sunday? Do you want to learn more about graphic design? Are you a fan of Ikko Tanaka's cool theatre posters?

Then you'll be delighted to know that "Ikko Tanaka's Abstract Visual Noh" has now been published online! :D

Ikko Tanaka's Abstract Visual Noh (2024, March 17) can now be accessed at inkbrushmood.com/articles/tanaka-abstract-visual-noh

Comments, questions, and reblogs welcome! It's a flipbook type of thing so no downloads yet, but it will be on-site soon :)

[bal-bullier]

Alexandra Exter

Dynamique de couleurs (1915)

[fancywordology]

Costume design for shows are highly underrated. People think set design (aside from necessary furniture) is more important. Sorry, but it’s not.

I’ve seen too many local productions, especially, who spend way too much on a set design and skimp out on costume design! It looks cheap when you care more about set design than costumes. Costumes should be the focus. Period.

Although the stage is designed for many different things and looks awesome by itself, Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre doesn’t make elaborate sets for their show. Sure, the stage is amazing, but the main focus is costumes! They look phenomenal and the focus is on the actors or performers, the key players in a show.

[arc-hus]

David Brownlow Theatre, Newtown, England - Jonathan Tuckey Design

[isit-allover]

this is what friendship in theatre is like

(image id: an instagram text thread consisting of two texts. the first text is a response to a close friends story of a pink sticky note that reads ‘petition to stop putting words on projections in live theatre please i can’t stand another ‘act ii’ screen your audience is smart enough to know it’s act ii’ above the sticky note is cursive text that reads ‘bored at work opinions’. the text reads ‘if i ever put word projections in a design you have my permission to kill me’. the second text reads ‘i will with ZERO remorse’. both texts are liked.)

[delphiniumjoy]

Not to go all Bernadette Banner on here, but the “corsets are evil” talk? It doesn’t just exist in Hollywood. I’ve been doing style work for my stage acting degree, and every. Damn. Conversation. They’re talking about how “back in those days” you couldn’t lean, you couldn’t sit, you couldn’t breathe. They were wearing heels and long skirts and corsets! How terrible!

And listen. I get it. From both sides of the argument, actually. The degree I’m about to graduate with is in performance. I’ve worn things that are a massive annoyance. I once wore an 80s skirt suit made of neoprene (the stuff they make wetsuits out of) for a show where the lights were all extra bright and close and HOT. I’ve had wigs that were so tight I wanted to vomit. But I’m also a costume designer. You want things to be comfortable and accurate and all of those things, but you don’t have TIME. You don’t have the budget. You eventually do what looks good enough and you move on. And often that means reusing items that might not fit perfectly.

And that’s the actual problem. A corset isn’t a issue if it fits well and you’re used to it. You learn how to breathe differently and bend differently. But if it’s a corset that was made for someone else five years ago, quickly altered in a way that was possibly asymmetrical, of COURSE it’s going to suck. But again. SO MANY costumes suck. You have to have wigs and stage makeup and shoes that aren’t broken in right. That’s an expected part of the gig.

So why are we always shitting on the corsets?

[brainscramble95]

She’s ready (enough) for her fitting… I’m suffering a bit from probably looking at this too much and overanalyzing it. If I squint and turn my head to the side I think I really like the progress I’ve made. Still so much finishing to do.

[theatredesign]

Tosca by Giacomo Puccini (Opera on the lake, 2007-2008)

Set design by Johannes Leiacker

Director: Philipp Himmelmann

[clementime3]

Art study for The Rhinoceros by Eugene Ionesco. Acrylic on multi media paper (Canson XL)

[its-soil-not-dirt]

✨ s w e e p s p r o j e c t ✨

— had trouble getting this project done and it’s still not

— but i’m calling it here since it’s the end of the year already

— in two days, i will be presenting work to designers and other people in the industry at nyc

— in exactly a week, i will be walking at commencement

— in maybe nine days, i’ll be moving into housing for a summer stock for the next three and a half months

— and after all that, i have no clue what i’m doing

[nancycastrogiovanni]

Embracing the Stage: The Transformative Power of Performing Arts in Cultural Adaptation

As the coordinator of the ICP English Theatre Club, supported by the non-profit 'Integration Centre Prague,' and as a foreigner residing in Prague, I often encounter questions about my profound passion for the Performing Arts. This article aims to shed light on why theatre holds such significance for me. We'll explore how theatre transcends mere entertainment, fostering a sense of community that not only brings joy but also forges connections. Particularly, it becomes a haven for those of us who are beginning new lives in a foreign land, away from our families.

 

Establishing an International Community: It is incredibly important to create a sense of community as it plays a role in helping newcomers feel more comfortable in their new surroundings. Dr. Peggy Levitt, a sociologist, has conducted research on migration and emphasizes the significance of these communities. According to her findings, these international communities provide support systems that help individuals who are far from their home countries develop a sense of belonging while also gaining insights into cultures (Levitt, 2001).

 

Within the ICP English Theatre Club, our community it’s a small world where people from diverse backgrounds come together. During our meetings, we write and share our own stories and experiences, and so we learn from one another.

 

 

Within our club, members engage in scriptwriting and performances to vividly express the essence of their experiences. The stage acts as a dynamic platform, facilitating not just the exploration of one’s own emotions, but also enabling connections with others undergoing similar life situations. This immersive environment significantly enhances the ability to understand and empathize with a wide range of perspectives.

 

Establishing a Feeling of Security and Belonging: When you find yourself away from your home country, having the support of a community can truly make a difference. The research conducted by sociologist Dr. Alejandro Portes highlights how these communities transform into families that provide an inclusive environment where individuals can find emotional support and a sense of belonging (Portes & Rumbaut 2006).

 

Our theater club has grown beyond being a group. It has become akin to a tight-knit family! Our shared love for theatre goes beyond attending rehearsals and meetings. We value the connections we make within our theatre community, and that provides us with the support needed when overcoming the challenges of living abroad.

 

Empowering Through Public Speaking and Expression: Proficiency in public speaking and self-expression is crucial, transcending cultural barriers. Dr. Cicely Berry, a voice coach with extensive experience in theatre, explores how acting enhances public speaking skills and individual expression (Berry, 2000).

 

Within our club, members utilize scriptwriting and performance to voice the complexities of their foreign experiences. The stage becomes a transformative space, facilitating emotional navigation and connection with others facing similar challenges.

 

Art as a Catalyst for Personal Growth: Without limiting ourselves to the performing arts, it’s important to recognize that all kinds of artistic activities offer substantial benefits. Dr. James Catterall’s studies illuminate the positive effects that engaging in an array of arts—from visual and literary arts to music and drama—has on our mental health and overall happiness. The diversity of artistic experiences contributes to our personal growth in unique and meaningful ways (Catterall, 2012).

 

The rehearsals and script creation processes in our club provide opportunities for development! Through expression, we can uncover more about ourselves, cultivate resilience, and adjust easily to our new environment. It’s truly an exhilarating adventure!

In a nutshell, the performing arts, like the ICP English Theatre Club, can be a wonderful way to assist newcomers in adjusting to a new country. Through community building, therapeutic expression, fostering security, empowering public speaking skills, and harnessing art’s transformative nature, individuals find solace, growth, and connection on stage. Theatre becomes a universal language, bridging borders and promoting unity in diversity.

Originally Published At: https://www.nancycastrogiovanni.com/transformative-power-of-performing-arts-in-cultural-adaptation