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Royal Academy of Dramatic Art: Theatre Costume
| Institution | Royal Academy of Dramatic Art |
|---|---|
| Department | Dramatic Art |
| Web | http://www.rada.ac.uk |
| enquiries@rada.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 020 7636 7076 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
This course is aimed at both costume-making and costume supervising.
Costume-making We teach costume-making from first principles, from basic sewing skills, pattern cutting and grading, through to the finished product. The basic sewing skills are organised in five levels:
Hand sewing, seams, hems, fastening Pattern matching, tucks, cording, pleats and gathering, buttonholes, eyelets, false lacing Openings, bias rouleaux and piping, facings and using bias Fastenings (zips and fly opening) Pockets Although some time is given to completing all levels, you will be expected to work on them outside teaching hours.
All these skills, as well as other maintenance and alterations, are practised throughout the course by working on all the third year shows as assistants. This improves work speed and gives you experience in working with different fabrics and vintage costumes from our store.
The forms of pattern-cutting we teach are flat (block), cutting on the stand, and draping – although investigation into further forms is also encouraged, such as going straight to fabric, sizing up from a grid, and taking a pattern from an existing garment. You will also learn pattern manipulation and grading throughout the course.
Some garments are taken through to completion as class projects, including corsetry, ruffs, period shirt tailoring and millinery. Others form personal projects and are supervised, although you will be expected to work semi-independently.
Costume supervising Costume supervising is taught in the class room with script analysis, budget skills and communication and management skills. It is also practised, firstly with the second year BA (Hons) Acting students as part of a short Shakespeare project, which is toured around schools in the London area. You will then have the opportunity to supervise two or three RADA professional performances, or a film project.
We also provide experience of other elements of a wardrobe department. You will have introductory classes in hair and make-up, wig knotting, history of costume, fabric treatments and props skills.
Postgraduate Diploma - PgDip
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Candidates must be 18 years old by 1 September 2019 and have complete fluency in the English language. If English is not your first language you must have IELTs (academic) level 5.5 or above in all four components. You must hold a minimum of a foundation degree in a related subject and have significant practical experience (gained through education or professional practice). We will consider applicants without a relevant first degree, provided that they can evidence prior learning in this area or a related area for study at level 7. Due to the creative nature of the course, the required balance of practical skills and independent learning ability are considered mandatory to progress within the course. |
| Location | Royal Academy of Dramatic Art 62-64 Gower Street Camden WC1E 6ED |
Fees
| EU | 13930 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| England | 7610 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 7610 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 7610 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 7610 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 13930 GBP for Year 1 |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Candidates must be 18 years old by 1 September 2019 and have complete fluency in the English language. If English is not your first language you must have IELTs (academic) level 5.5 or above in all four components. You must hold a minimum of a foundation degree in a related subject and have significant practical experience (gained through education or professional practice). We will consider applicants without a relevant first degree, provided that they can evidence prior learning in this area or a related area for study at level 7. Due to the creative nature of the course, the required balance of practical skills and independent learning ability are considered mandatory to progress within the course. |
| Location | Royal Academy of Dramatic Art 62-64 Gower Street Camden WC1E 6ED |
Fees
| EU | 13930 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| England | 7610 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 7610 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 7610 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 7610 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 13930 GBP for Year 1 |
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