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− | '''Theatrical costuming''' is a [[Sage Study|sage study]] in the [[Sage Field|field]] of [[Textiles (sage field)|Textiles]], comprising a style of dress peculiar to the performance of theatre or opera, to contribute to the fullness of the artistic, visual world that is imaginatively created. | + | '''Theatrical costuming''' is a [[Sage Study|sage study]] in the [[Sage Field|field]] of [[Textiles (sage field)|Textiles]], comprising a style of dress peculiar to the performance of theatre or opera, to contribute to the fullness of the artistic, visual world that is imaginatively created. The primary goal is to visually enhance storytelling through using clothing and accessories to help define characters, establish time periods and settings, and contribute to the overall mood and atmosphere of the production. |
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+ | The study combines artistic expression, historical knowledge, practical sewing skills, and a deep understanding of character and narrative. Costumers contribute significantly to the audience's understanding of character and narrative, helping to transport the imagination to different worlds and time periods through the clothing worn by performers on stage. | ||
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+ | == Sage Abilities == | ||
+ | The [[Sage Ability|sage abilities]] below are those acquired by a character through the study, according to status. | ||
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+ | === Amateur Status === | ||
+ | * '''[[Tailoring (sage ability)|Tailoring]]''': provides skill at selecting and working with various types of fabrics, in the creation of clothing; the skill includes sewing, maintenance and repair, and fitting of clothes. | ||
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+ | * '''[[Historical Costuming (sage ability)|Historical Costuming]]''': Gives a deep understanding of historical and cultural fashion trends. | ||
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+ | === Authority Status === | ||
+ | * '''[[Costume Embellishment (sage ability)|Costume Embellishment]]''': Involves the adding of intricate details to costumes, such as beading, embroidery, applique and fabric painting. Includes dying and aging techniques, in matching the costume to the time period. | ||
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+ | * '''[[Costume Forging (sage ability)|Costume Forging]]''': enables the duplication of any costume, including uniforms, courtwear, clerical vestments and more, if originals or near-originals are available. | ||
Revision as of 01:18, 9 August 2023
Theatrical costuming is a sage study in the field of Textiles, comprising a style of dress peculiar to the performance of theatre or opera, to contribute to the fullness of the artistic, visual world that is imaginatively created. The primary goal is to visually enhance storytelling through using clothing and accessories to help define characters, establish time periods and settings, and contribute to the overall mood and atmosphere of the production.
The study combines artistic expression, historical knowledge, practical sewing skills, and a deep understanding of character and narrative. Costumers contribute significantly to the audience's understanding of character and narrative, helping to transport the imagination to different worlds and time periods through the clothing worn by performers on stage.
Sage Abilities
The sage abilities below are those acquired by a character through the study, according to status.
Amateur Status
- Tailoring: provides skill at selecting and working with various types of fabrics, in the creation of clothing; the skill includes sewing, maintenance and repair, and fitting of clothes.
- Historical Costuming: Gives a deep understanding of historical and cultural fashion trends.
Authority Status
- Costume Embellishment: Involves the adding of intricate details to costumes, such as beading, embroidery, applique and fabric painting. Includes dying and aging techniques, in matching the costume to the time period.
- Costume Forging: enables the duplication of any costume, including uniforms, courtwear, clerical vestments and more, if originals or near-originals are available.