Event description
Costuming Austen's Characters (Rescheduled May Event)
Following on from our panel discussion with the writers and directors of local Austen productions we welcome costumier Meredith Dooley who worked on dressing the actors for all those productions.
Meredith Dooley is a Wellington born and bred actor, director and costumier. She completed a BA in Theatre and Film at Victoria University of Wellington in the early 1990s, and then trained in acting and directing in London. In 2018-19 she gained a Diploma in Costume Construction at Toi Whakaari New Zealand Drama School and spent the next two Covid-affected years working on theatre, film and television productions such as Wellington Paranormal, Mr Corman, WOW, and Wellington Opera's Don Giovanni.
Meredith has returned to the office and over the last few years has created costumes for Stagecraft's Pride & Prejudice and Persuasion, and KAT Theatre's Sense and Sensibility, amongst others. Early in 2024 she dipped her toes back into professional theatre, working with cabaret star Meow Meow during the NZ Festival of the Arts.
Who this event is for:
People who love Austen
People who love the theatre
People who love costumes
People who love fashion
Designers
Afternoon tea provided
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FAQs
Do I need to know about Jane Austen?
No. Everyone is welcome.
Do I need to be a member of the society?
We don't technically have membership, if you turn up we think of you as a member.
I have accessibility or dietary requirements
We aim to meet at venues that are accessible and provide for all dietary requirements. Please check out the accessibility section or contact us if you're unsure. We want you to be there and we want you to be comfortable.
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