Actors have used makeup in the theatre for a long time, not only to look their best and to transform their appearance. History of theatrical makeup by jasmine gaddis on prezi. Apr 29, 2020 if you are interested in theatre in a specific country or area, ad that countrys name to the heading theater. In medieval europe, actors altered their appearances by painting their faces a different color. History of cosmetics the history of cosmetics spans at least 7,000 years and is present in almost every society on earth. Broadway 101 theatre and stage makeup tips 1 theatre and stage makeup tips good theatrical makeup is sometimes overlooked and under appreciated because it works so well in conjunction with the mood and stage setting and compliments the actors performance. I did get an additional item, hair paint, but aside from everything, the kit is all you need for several performances. May 1, 2020 the history of makeup on stage, and early film including but not limited to stage makeup books and pamphlets, old makeup products used on stage, and photos of actors in theatrical makeup with an emphasis on western theatrical makeup techniques of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Today i bring you a chill makeup tutorial for how i do my natural theatre makeup look.
The aim of theatrical makeup is to delineate and enhance the role of a character and to give performers an additional tool for conveying the characters being. Theres something here for everyone from the most experienced of drama teachers to the theater tenderfoot. Apr 15, 2016 this tutorial is for you beginners out there beacsue i know stage makeup can be a bit over whelming so this is a talk through and id say about 95% of the products i used were drugstore. There are also subject headings referring to the theatre of specific groups. Circa 1930s stage theatre make up grease paint by max. Circa 1930s stage theatre make up grease paint by max factor. The kit comes with everything you need, including the powder to seal the makeup.
Stage makeup, costume makeup, and theatrical makeup. Apr 16, 2020 use books to find comprehensive and indepth coverage of theatre, its history and other related topics, as well as fulllength biographies of famous actors, directors and playwrights. Expressing individual ideas that contribute to a larger group concept. The history of theatre charts the development of theatre over the past 2,500 years. Theatrical makeup is the practice of painting, enhancing, or altering the face, hair, and body of the actor with cosmetics, plastic materials, and other substances. Theatrical makeup is the practice of painting, enhancing, or altering the face, hair, and body of the early stage lighting. In the greek and roman theatre the actors use of masks precluded the. Selected fulltext books and articles american theatre. History of makeup history of cosmetics bh cosmetics llc. History of makeup over the centuries, women used burnt matches to darken their eyes, berries to stain their lips and young boys urine to fade their freckles. The following is a general history of victorian makeup and guide to recreating victorian beauty with reproduction or modern makeup. Richard corson does a fantastic job demonstrating different makeup trends ranging from the production of cats to phantom of the opera. This extensive exploration of the application and use of stage makeup and makeup for a variety of performance venues covers all aspects in detail and contains over. Explore acting, dancing, singing, music, movement, technical skills like stage makeup or puppetry and much more.
History of theatrical makeup makeup in the 1800s the growth of theatrical makeup mostly started in the. Leichners company goes on to be the main european theatrical makeup producer for over a century. Costume historyrestoration wikibooks, open books for an. Dec 15, 2012 circa 1930s stage theatre make up grease paint by max factor in original box no 7a. Books theatre research and course guides at missouri. These resources are followed by a brief list of suggestions of films, documentaries, or television shows that do a good job of depicting the costume history of the. Those 100 layers videos got nothin on kabuki makeup the meditative art of japanese stage makeup. List of books and articles about american theater history.
The professional theatrical makeup artist is a modern phenomenon, as is the theatrical costume designer. Towards a poor theatre by jerzy grotowski, history of the theatre by oscar gross brockett, the year of lear. Thespis, considered to be the first actor, used white lead and wine to paint his face. Of all the stage make up artistry books and howtos i have read, this book is by far the best. Curriculum texts and aids our extensive collection of curriculum books will help you whether you teach at the elementary, middle school, or high school level. While performative elements are present in every society, it is customary to acknowledge a distinction between theatre as an art form and entertainment and theatrical or performative elements in other activities. Jan 02, 2017 read writing about makeup in timeline. Facts on womens clothes elizabethan women wanted their clothing to look much like that of the men, with broad shoulders, wide hips, and slim waists. This book has a whole other approach than other makeup books from its ingredients to the history of it, as we. The business of beauty section covers stage makeup techniques and products that were adapted for film, made both attractive and acceptable for the general public by movie stars.
This book is a classic for beginnerintermediate makeup artists. Victorian makeup and, after dressing for the evening, look again at your reflection in the mirror, and study the effect. Many colleges offer majors in theatre and theatre history, and even if you arent. At the end of each chapter, there is a list of recommended books for further study, along with a few websites that will help with further research on the topic and time period.
Women of the han dynasty in china ingest a powder made of tangerine peel, melon seeds, and peach blossoms three times daily for 30 days to whiten. Sometimes referred to as the english restoration, this period received its name when charles ii restored the english monarchy which included those of scotland and ireland after the country had undergone a protectorate state under lord protector oliver cromwell. This enhances the storytelling and realism of the play. Eventually women were banned from performing in kabuki theater because the men were constantly staring at the women, who were being lured into prostitution. This book is not just a history of fashion from the early days of the creation of dressmaking fashion to the development of readytowear. Courses in the history of stage makeup are also often offered as requirements or an.
Williams, tennessee, 19111983 streetcar named desire. Good costumes and makeup will give the audience key information about a character at first sight. Theatrical makeup itself is also heavier, more dense, and more strongly colored than ordinary cosmetics, and it is often produced in the form of lipsticklike waxy crayons or pencils. Feb 10, 2020 the history of makeup on stage, and early film including but not limited to stage makeup books and pamphlets, old makeup products used on. Theatre curriculum textbooks pioneer drama service. Kumadori the painted faces of japanese kabuki theatre the. Widely referred to as the bible of stage makeup, the timely revision of this classic text addresses principles and techniques in the use of makeup for the contemporary performer. She served as an editor and was a writer for the costume society of americas quarterly newsletter, and taught costume design at southern illinois university, where she was an. Ancient greek theater was masked, but later european theater usually used stage makeup to create characters, heighten facial features, and compensate for the. The use of transformational makeup in japan can be traced back to ancient religious rituals and, over time, as such ceremonies evolved into theatre, makeup was retained as a vehicle for transforming the actor in performances maintaining elements of the ritual origins without the specific religious context. Makeup in the 1500s1600s the substances of makeup changes in the 1800s. The actors complete guide to todays techniques and materials, was a professional makeup artist and costume designer. Although some stayed the same such as, white powder or chalk, burnt cork, paper, and pigment powder. It has lots of color pictures, illustrations, and guides that make it an easy read and will help develop.
Kabuki theater was started in the early 17th century by okuni, a shrine dancer in kyoto. Buy products related to history of makeup products and see what customers say about history. Oct 10, 2018 working in the theatre is featured in our new book, american theatre wing, an oral history. Theatrical makeup is inseparable from the act of performance itself. Books and classes can help you learn more about the history of theatre makeup. For example, if a character is in a depressive state, the costuming and makeup may reflect this in the form of unkempt, dirty and wrinkled clothing, a fiveoclock beard shadow, and mussed hair. Historical background the period known as the restoration refers to the time in western europe from 16601700. List of books and articles about kabuki theater online. Many colleges offer majors in theatre and theatre history, and even if you arent interested in a theatre degree, many places allow courses to be taken for enrichment purposes. Working in the theatre is featured in our new book, american theatre wing, an oral history.
A research guide to finding books, articles, and other resources in theatre and dance significant reference books on the first floor of simpson library. Makeup, in the performing arts, motion pictures, or television, any of the materials used by actors for cosmetic purposes and as an aid in taking on the appearance appropriate to the characters they play. Develop your theatre technique in skillbased, workshopstyle classes. The costumer not only specializes in theatrical makeup for stage makeup, movie makeup, and film makeup but also in costume makeup for dressing up and giving your halloween or masquerade costume the final finishing touch. As a theatre teacher, i was happy to see the numerous references to how the theatre and film industry were key in the development and popularity of modern street makeup.
However, theatrical makeup is an important element of any production. It featured a blend of religious dance and folk dances performed by an all womens dance group. In greek and roman theatre, makeup was unnecessary. Actors wore various masks, allowing them to portray another gender, age, or entirely different likeness. Jan 25, 2010 women of the han dynasty in china ingest a powder made of tangerine peel, melon seeds, and peach blossoms three times daily for 30 days to whiten their complexions. Hye guys ok you know how much i love makeup and dance so i thought this would be the perfect video. Richard corson, who died in 1999, taught theatrical makeup at colleges across the u. Woman wore a number of different layers each piece of the dresses were designed to cover every part of a womans body upper class.
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