Costumes

Hey Silvie, I was thinking...

I wonder if the exclusive use of newspaper as the "unreal" element of the costumes might be expanded upon. I know that the choice of newspaper, among other things, echoes the papers used in the séance scene...my concern is that the audience will then understand that image to be the main motif of the whole show. Basically, I'm worried the choice of material might convey a theme that doesn't necessarily exist in the show. Now, the media certainly has a role in this story, but I don't think we want to make the show about the media is all.

So what about this: in addition to newspaper, incorporating other elements of the show into the costumes? Rugs, curtains, even other costume materials. Collaging all the elements around each character into their costume, you know? I think it could provide some room to play with texture and kitsch.

But, this might look a lot funkier and busier on stage than it does in my head. I'm just throwing it out there--what do you think? Others?

Best
-K