The content of the course is presented both as phenomena in the development of Western civilization and as the practical foundation for contemporary theatrical production. Offered Fall 1997, and Spring 1998. The content of the course is presented both as phenomena in the development of Western civilization and as the practical foundation for contemporary theatrical production. The content of the course is presented both as phenomena in the development of Western civilization and as the practical foundation for contemporary theatrical production. Offered Fall 1998 and Spring 1999.
Students develop a sloper, fit it to a human body, create a researched and completed period costume.
Period Undergarments, Martin A. Thaler Focuses on techniques for creating artificial understructures that support period silhouettes. Corsetry, hoop skirts, petticoats, etc., are researched, fitted on the human body, and constructed. Methods of shaping, covering, and trimming are researched, leading to the completion of hats. Tailoring, Martin A. Thaler Explores traditional methods of tailoring as well as practical adaptations for the stage. Research, discussion, and demonstration lead to completion of a period suit.