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Costume Technician | Seamstress

Turn of the Screw
by Henry James
Technical Position: Costume Designer
Presented at South Dakota State University
Production Team
Director: Casey Paradies
Stage Manager: Justine Schwanke
Assistant Stage Manager: Karli Haack
Scenic Designer: Morgan Foote
Costume Designer: Journey Inez Johnson
Light Design: Thomas Alpers
Sound Design: Abigayle Jo Davis
Master Carpenter: Alex Raether
Production Notes
This show called for an achromatic color pallet so my focus became creating depth and visual interest through pattern, texture, and detail. I was able to devote meticulous attention to both characters, fully constructing the woman’s costume. The first character, The Man, who embodies multiple roles, relies on mannerism rather than costume changes. His woolen, matte garments echo the set, making him feel rustic, and allowing him to fade into shadow and reappear with ghostlike ease. By contrast, The Woman’s costume, though also black, was designed to remain visible when the man disappeared. Lace textures and subtle shine in her fabric catch the light, distinguishing her presence.
Production Photos by Janelle Davis


















