Theatre Costume – Level 1 & 2 – City & Guilds – Diploma

Learn the practical skills and knowledge to construct garments for theatre. You will construct a simple costume designed for the stage using fabrics purchased specifically for a theatrical production (‘real’ or simulated), a garment which has been re-designed/re-vamped and trimmed, coloured or re-constructed to create a completely different look and style from its original purpose and an accessory which could be used to compliment an historical costume or an accessory designed for use with a fantasy or carnival type costume.  You will also complete design and research units as well as folder work to support your garments.

During the course you will:

• study and research a variety of themes and periods appropriate to stage costume design
• draw figures and costumes with or without the use of figure templates
• measure and record body sizes
• develop and expand design ideas through 2D drawings and paintings and 3D artefacts
• recognise the practical and aesthetic properties of a range of fibres and fabrics
• understand the care and laundering properties of the most commonly used fabrics
• use tools, equipment and hazardous materials carefully and safely
• experiment with different media and techniques to create specific and unique effects
• assess the cost effectiveness of production methods and use of materials.

Fees – Level 2 Certificate – £1595
Fees – Level 1 Award – £395

Call IDC on 01527 584840 or Brenda (the Director) on 07966 497783