Greek Theatre Costumes History
Ancient Greek Costumer: An Annotated Bibliography,1784-2005
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Costume production distinguishes early civilization from the Paleolithic era as much as architectural production. Costume transcends boundaries, as it first unites and then divides mankind. The mode of dress differentiates friend from foe and peasant from prince. Changes in the appearance and types of garments through the ages are a significant indicator of social, economic and chronological changes. This annotated bibliography of 603 references, taken from monographs, dissertations, festschrifts, periodicals, encyclopedias and handbooks, is the most comprehensive research tool for the subject of ancient Greek costume. This subject is of increasing interest to scholars in many fields, including archaeology and anthropology, art and art history, classics, drama, history, ancient literature, even modern literature. The references in this bibliography range from the encyclopedia entry to the monograph, and show a variety of themes: women's dress, men's dress, foreign dress, accessories, jewelry, headdresses, theater dress, textile production and literary evidence.
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Costuming the Shakespearean Stage: Visual Codes of Representation in Early Modern Theatre and Culture (Studies in Performance and Early Modern Drama)
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Although scholars have long considered the material conditions surrounding the production of early modern drama, until now, no book-length examination has sought to explain what was worn on the period's stages and, more importantly, how articles of apparel were understood when seen by contemporary audiences. Robert Lublin's new study considers royal proclamations, religious writings, paintings, woodcuts, plays, historical accounts, sermons, and legal documents to investigate what Shakespearean actors actually wore in production and what cultural information those costumes conveyed.Four of the chapters of Costuming the Shakespearean Stage address 'categories of seeing': visually based semiotic systems according to which costumes constructed and conveyed information on the early modern stage. The four categories include gender, social station, nationality, and religion. The fifth chapter examines one play, Thomas Middleton's A Game at Chess, to show how costumes signified across the categories of seeing to establish a play's distinctive semiotics and visual aesthetic.
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Draping Period Costumes: Classical Greek to Victorian: (The Focal Press Costume Topics Series)
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One way of creating a theatrical costume is called flat patterning. This is when a costume designer uses a pattern made to the wearer's measurements to cut out and sew together a costume. In many cases flat patterning is the more appropriate method for creating a period costume - skirts, pants, and sleeves, for example. However, working in two-dimensions often does not translate correctly onto a three-dimensional dress form or person. Often a designer will need to tweak style lines on a garment once they see it worn, or a costume will need a quick adjustment right before going on stage. In those cases, designers need to know how to correctly drape a costume. Draping is also the best way to construct a period costume right from the start. The construction of garments in earlier centuries often constricted movement, especially in the area of the armhole. The very different size and proportions of contemporary people compared to those in previous centuries makes the use of period patterns difficult. A well-draped garment can give the impression of period accuracy while permitting the wearer greater freedom of movement. Having a mock-up pinned to the form in its early stages is quicker and easier to adapt than drafting a flat pattern, cutting it out of muslin and sewing it. It also provides the opportunity for greater creativity and adaptation as well as a better understanding of what fabric will and won't do.In Draping Period Costumes, Sharon Sobel explains in step-by-step detail the basics of draping and demonstrates the use of those basic skills in the creation of a representative selection of period costumes from a variety of time periods. Chapters are broken into time periods and have two parts: an analysis of how clothing was made and worn during that specific time period, and detailed instruction on draping techniques to construct the costume. Copiously illustrated, images allow this visual audience to easily foll... [Read More]
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Kabuki Costume
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The attire of the feudal lords and ladies of old Japan, warriors, priest, courtesans, Edo-period dandies geisha, footmen, farmers in fact, the whole array of Kabuki's colorful characters-is discussed in fascinating detail in this Japanese Kabuki book.From kimono and armor to undergarments, from wigs to foot gear, from swords to hair garmentsno aspect of costume accessories is overlooked. Textiles and textile designs, in all their profusion of weaves, colors, and patterns, are carefully taken note of, and a number of important traditional designs are illustrate. Make-up and headdress varying formats of costume for specific roles, styles of tying the obi—all are expertly described.Of the numerous books in English dealing with the Kabuki theater of Japan, none so far has devoted itself exclusively to costume. Kabuki is compelling bringing about such art forms, yet it is the costumes that create the intrinsic, eye catching spectacle.Praise for Kabuki Costume:"A product of over fourteen years of meticulous study, Shaver's unique and authoritative analysis of the labyrinthine complexities of Kabuki costumery not only provides a valuable reference work for scholar, but also an apt introduction for anyone seeking to understand the principles of Japanese visual arts and theatrical conventions."Choice Reviews
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Maskwork: The Background, Making and Use of Masks
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Maskwork is a new way of looking at the art of masks and mask-making: a unique combination of ethnography, design and practical advice.Jenny Foreman's book for teachers and practitioners of drama, art, design and technology grew out of a research bursary from the UK's National Society for Education in Art and Design. They received her report with great enthusiasm as "one of the very best projects ... likely to make a valuable and useful contribution" to both specific and cross-discipline school and college courses as well as to adult performing groups.The first part explains the anthropology, nature, use and meaning of masks around the world, from prehistory to modern times. Richly illustrated with colour and black-and-white photographs, this section introduces the ethical implications of free use of masks which have ethnographical connections – an important aspect completely neglected elsewhere.The second part comprises eight theme workshops, including theory, background and instructions for mask-making, supplemented by photographs of assembly and use by groups of people from all age-ranges. Materials are inexpensive and easy to acquire, while line drawings aid step-by-step construction.A bibliography and reference section helps readers go on to even greater understanding and achievements.Table of ContentsPrologueAcknowledgements of PhotographsIntroductionWhat are Masks?Masks as ResourcesPlanning a ProjectProject 1: First Steps Exploring the medium, tools and skills before making a mask. An 'ice-breaker' or forerunner to paper maskmaking for all ages.Project 2: Shape-Masks Improvising with paper construction to create masks ranging from the simple to the spectacular.Project 3: Changing Faces Making a plate mask as a lively 'way in' to character work and physical theatre techniques.Project 4: Symmetry & Collage Making symmetrical half-masks and full-face collage masks (built up from magazine images) with activities... [Read More]
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Kabuki a Pocket Guide
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Kabuki A Pocket Guide introduces readers to the foundations of Kabuki—its history and its actors, its acting styles and its performance, its color and music—to the sheer beauty and joy of Kabuki.Kabuki, the popular theatre of Japan, began in about 1603 and is still flourishing today. It was the entertainment of the common people as opposed to Noh, the refined theatre of the aristocracy, and is a close relative of the Bunraku puppet theater. All the actors in Kabuki, even those who play female roles, are men and plays and dances deal with the love of the heroes and villains form Japans real or legendary past.Concise enough to take to performance, this pocket guide to Kabuki provides a wealth of fascinating information about plays, the actors, and their history. As only an insider can do, the author takes us behind the scene to meet the actors, attend rehearsal, and get a first-hand look at the makeup, costumes, sets and props that go into a Kabuki performance.
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Costume in Greek Classic Drama.
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Costume in the Comedies of Aristophanes
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This book offers an interpretation of the handling of costume in the plays of the fifth-century comic poet Aristophanes. Drawing on both textual and material evidence from the fourth- and fifth-century Greek world, it examines three layers of costume: the bodysuit worn by the actors, the characters' clothes, and the additional layering of disguise. A chapter is also devoted to the inventive costumes of the comic chorus. Going beyond describing what costumes looked like, the book focuses instead on the dynamics of costume as it is manipulated by characters in the performance of plays. The book argues that costume is used competitively, as characters handle each other's costumes and poets vie for status using costume. This argument is informed by performance studies and by analyses of gender and the body.
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Mythrojan Gladiator Armor Steel Helmet (Without Liner) 20g - Polished Finish
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- ★ Circumference: 68cm
- ★ This helmet is beautifully handcrafted, this is adult sized and fully wearable Helmet. This makes a great addition to any Roman costume or a wonderful display
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Nautical and Pirate Decor. Romans used to believe that when an important man dies his spirit needs a blood sacrifice to survive in heaven. A gladiator used to be an armed combatant. He entertained the audiences in the Roman Republic through violent confrontations against wild animals other gladiators war slaves and criminals. Some people were gladiators professionally and used to take risk of their life by appearing in the arena. Gladiator steel Helmet refers to the type of helmet that was popularly worn by knights and other men at arms in the Late Medieval and Renaissance eras. This replica of Roman Gladiators helmets is combat ready; therefore you can enjoy Gladiator Games feeling yourself in that period. Two front side extensions protect the face completely. The high-quality polish over the metallic body keeps it safe from environmental and aging effects. It generally gets fit for all head sizes otherwise liner is also available separately. Because of being made by hand no two pieces look alike.AMERICAN COMPANY: Mythrojan is an American owned and operated company, buying Mythrojan brand products helps small business America.
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Museum Replicas Medieval Heavy Grade Leather Vambraces
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- Vambraces are made of heavy grade
- Beautiful Crossed and Studded Pattern on outside of
- Lace up on inside of forearm
- Very Comfortable to wear for any historical and period
- Excellent arm protection for
These beautiful vambraces are made from heavy grade leather and though thick, are easy and comfortable to wear all day long. Good for a large variety of outfits, from Greek and Roman to Viking and Medieval, these vambraces are great for use with your bow.
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- Checked on 21/04/2023
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