As the theme was Tradional Russia we had to make quite a few of the Costumes, and source where we could. Obviously having a small budget, there often isn't much money for lovely, beautiful authentic hired costumes.
So I put my skills to the test and made 7 full costumes within a week.
Was so much fun, having a small workroom to myself, being creative with my sewing machine. It actually gave me a new found love for making clothes again, the satisfaction that comes from it, is really great.
I made a chef hat...
This actor had to play 4 different characters, so to differentiate between them, we created some accessories which he could wear to portray each character.
The Three Brothers...
The brother on the left's waistcoat was made entirely by myself, and styled by me too,
it is the traditional Russian regional dress.
This was a fantastic production, and I have fallen in love with Herefordshire!
We took the production to Hay-on-Wye book festival (as the piece is based on a book!), which has got to be one of the most beautiful parts of Britain I have seen.
Richard Boothe's book shop was where we held the play; a magical old building which is the largest second hand bookshop in the country. It's floor boards alone made me want to move in instantly.
This was such an amazing job, and I loved going away to the countryside for it (being a farm girl and all!) So if anyone wants to give me any more jobs out near Hereford way...by all means, the offers are always welcome!
