Behind the Scenes

Exhibition

Behind the Scenes9 August 2013 – 16 October 2013

Curated by Angela O'Kelly

COSTUME; BEHIND THE SCENES
The Abbey is Ireland’s national theatre, and home to the only full-time costume production workshop in the country. Turning the traditional idea of a costume exhibition inside out, Behind the Scenes focuses on the undergarment, demonstrating that these complex, functional pieces are beautiful objects in their own right. It follows the team’s journey from initial concept through sketching, designing, pattern-cutting, sampling, construction and tailoring to the finished pieces themselves. Featuring panniers, hoops, crinolines and bustles, specially created for the exhibition by the Abbey team, the exhibition celebrates the sculptural qualities of these beautiful objects and the superb craft skills employed in making them.

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