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Are you one of those people who studies the extensive list of names at the back of the Playbill when you see a show, wondering who they all are and what exactly they do? Then In The Wings is for you. Focusing on the people who are almost never in the news but who are essential to the making of the shows we all see and love, In The Wings explores the talents and stories behind the scenes, from the costume and scenic shops to the rehearsal room to the stage itself, with designers, artisans and craftspeople explaining their unique contributions to theatrical art in their own words. These short videos shine the spotlight on disciplines you may not even realize are a part of theatrical production and celebrate the full diversity of talent that contribute to bringing a show to the stage.
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With:
Carrie Robbins
Costume Designer Carrie Robbins details the process of costume design from the phone call to the sketch to the construction of the costume; relates the story of finding the perfect fabric for the "Sisters" dresses in White Christmas and not being able to purchase enough for all three productions - and then how the fabric was created on a computer; explains the costume designers "bible" (used to hold all information about the designs for a production) and the effort and detail that goes into it; and discusses the differences between costumes and clothes; what happens at fittings.
This edition of In The Wings was made possible by the generous support of Lucie Arnaz.
Original air date - October, 2009
Running Time - 05:17
Additional resources:
Irving Berlin's White Christmas The Musical: Official Site
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