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The most active amateur company in Cheltenham
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PLAYHOUSE THEATRE, BATH ROAD, CHELTENHAM, GL53 7HG WARDROBE
MANAGER BRIEF
DESCRIPTION Works with the Director and Set Designer to
establish costume requirements for the production, and obtains costumes for the
cast. Assistants Might require some assistants to help obtain/make
costumes and to help during the run of the show if there are quick costume
changes or repairs. Specifically:
• Read
the script thoroughly making notes of specific references to costume.
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Before rehearsals begin, meet with the Director and Designer to discuss
requirements, period, costume changes etc.
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When rehearsals begin, take measurements of all cast - not forgetting
shoe size and hat size (if applicable). Obtaining costumes:
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establish if the cast can provide anything - if the show is set in present day,
they might well be able to provide most of what is required.
The Newsletter can also be used to ask for specific items.
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Second, the Playhouse Company have an extensive wardrobe which might well
meet your needs. Our Wardrobe Liaison will be happy to assist.
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Third, costumes can be hired from various places: Cotswold Costumes in
Nailsworth etc. It is useful if the
cast can go along (if possible) before hiring to ensure that costumes fit.
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Watch some rehearsals to establish what the characters will need from
their costumes, also to be aware of any quick-changes.
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There will also be a Production Meeting set up with the Department Heads
and possibly Committee reps to
discuss the budget (which will have been drawn up
by the Treasurer) where the team can agree costs and spending.
Please make out a chit of your expenses and attach your receipts as proof
of purchase. This can then be given
to our Treasurer who will reimburse you - not forgetting petrol expense if you
have to travel distances to get costumes.
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Attend the Tech and Dress Rehearsals and watch from the auditorium to
ensure costumes look good and fit well.
You will need to be backstage for every performance in case of costume
repairs, quick-changes etc. If you
have an assistant, then they will be able to help fulfil this need. Useful
contact numbers/addresses: Cotswold Costumes: 01453 833817 Bristol Costume Services Ltd. 01179 659555 |
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