The Magic Flute - Scottish Opera

The Magic Flute was an opera inspired by Victorian Steampunk and designed by Simon Higlett. I was brought in to work on the ladies chorus outfits (17 nurses in total). The costume consisted of jodhpurs, riding boots, a pleated skirt, a combined corset and bodice, a fitted jacket, an apron and a cape. My task was to help make the costumes for the first fittings, take notes during the fittings, and carry out the adjustments and finishing touches.

In addition to working on the ladies chorus outfits I also helped in the menswear department, making up waistcoats and frockcoats in preparation for the first fittings.

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