Costume and Makeup in Theatre

TRUE or FALSE: A costume should express the personality of the character.

• TRUE

• FALSE

What is color coding?

• Matching characters by color or pattern.

• Matching the lights with the character's costume.

• Matching sets by color or pattern.

• Matching clothes by color or pattern

Studying the play carefully is the…

• 1st step in costume design.

• 2nd step in costume design.

• 3rd step in costume design.

• 4th step in costume design.

• Unimportant in costume design.

What are fabric samples called?

• Samples.

• Watches.

• Swatches.

• Swootches.

• Switches.

When should a costume parade be held?

• Before the final fitting.

• Before the play begins.

• Before the first fitting.

• Before giving the costumes to the actors.

TRUE or FALSE: Costumes should be historically accurate, even if the actors are uncomfortable.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Which of the following is NOT a costumer's consideration?

• The kind of action that will take place.

• The comfort of the actors.

• The durability of the design and fabric.

• The ease with which a costume can be put on and taken off.

• The place where the costumes will be stored.

What is a major problem with renting costumes?

• They weren’t dry cleaned

• They’re expensive

• They never fit right

• They’re made cheaply

What are two things costumer's keep in mind when designing costumes?

• The actor's body shape.

• The stage lighting.

• The actor's role.

• The set design.

Which of the following is NOT a great idea when it comes to costumes?

• Fasteners.

• Elastic.

• Velcro.

• Thrift Stores.