Gary Thorne MA

This course aims to introduce you to the process of costume design for theatre performance and film. The course emphasis is on character analysis and the visual rendering of character, supporting the dynamics of text, creating visual relationships and the communication of ideas through to the eye of the spectator. The course covers the analysis of script or synopsis for the scene breakdown and character breakdown chart, historical research, the role and responsibility of the costume designer, creative interpretation and concept development, storyboarding, communication through presentation of ideas in 2D and 3D, pre-production and production processes and the development of your critical eye. You will finish with a combination of practical understanding of the industry requirements and a portfolio of project work reflecting the costume designer's creative process. It welcomes learners from a wide range of disciplines, those wanting to develop, diversify and extend their current creative experiences towards costume design for performance.

Gary Thorne studied fine art at Byam Shaw, theatre design with Motley and completed an MA in Public Art with UEL. He has worked as freelance set and costume designer for over twenty years. He is Head of Design at RADA (Royal Academy of Dramatic Art). As visiting lecturer his teaching includes Motley Theatre Design, Central School of Speech and Drama, and Rose Bruford College. Gary is author of 'Stage Design', 'Designing Stage Costumes', and ‘Technical Drawing for the Stage’, each published by Crowood Press UK.