On the Razzle
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On the Razzle
On the RazzleFashion Research ProjectMarina NebroDrama 111 Introduction to Theatre DesignDesign for Gogols Play: The MarriageMarc Chagallhttp://macaulay.cuny.edu/eportfolios/artsandculture/2012/10/02/marc-chagall-at-the-ncma/
Copy and paste link to read about why I picked this painting.Christopher/Weinberl
Christopher/Weinberl
Romantic, slicked back hair youthfulWriting at a desk Weinberl is writing a letter at the counterPlaid bowtie plays along plaid obsession throughout playChristopher/WeinberlContrast between jacket and pants - youthful
Christopher/Weinberl
Ornamented socks flashyMight peak through occasionalyMight add colorChristopher/WeinberlWool coat for evening
Christopher/Weinberl
A view of vest patternedAlternate neck wear cravatTousled hair very romanticFrau Fischer
Frau FischerPossible hair styleNot flashy, very mature
Frau Fischer
Modest bonnet for widowLace very Victorian!Bows would be plaidFrau FischerCut and color are more mature suitable for a widowAfternoon/visiting dress to Madame Knorrs
Frau Fischer
Intricate trimPossibly add plaid ornamentationFrau FischerCut and style of capeWould have plaid patternSee color palette for colors of tartan
Frau Fischer
Evening dress mature/suitable for a widowPlaid textile see color paletteFrau FischerEvening shoesBlack muted color similar to color scheme
Frau Fischer
Parasol added accessory Paisley and plaid patternAlso see color paletteZangler
ZanglerSeems like an older manForgetful, sillyHair styleInspiration for casting
Zangler
Military-style uniformWould be snug see textBlue would be a little brighter a little sillier
ZanglerTo add humor, maybe Zangler should be a little more plumpSee pulling in buttons
Zangler
Bright and flashy vest for eveningButtons could be gold/yellow more flashScottish Couple
Scottish Couple
See previous slideYounger couple first time in ViennaMan will have mutton chops/facial hair more Highland lookingWoman will have different style bonnet/hair piece than those in Vienna (see Frau Fischers)Scottish CoupleScottish CoupleObnoxious plaid dresSee tartan pattern/color paletteWould be evening dress (cut off sleeves, lower front)
Scottish Couple
Wool muff/collarHarkens to the HighlandsBow closing collar tartan patternScottish CoupleYouthful slippersInstead of white/cream tartan patternOBNOXIOUS PLAID!
Scottish Couple
Underneath collarAgain, plaidHighlands are cold layers!Scottish CoupleColor palette tartanA little more fancy for nighttime wear bigger buttons, gilded trim
Scottish Couple
See central figureBulky, large, intimidatingSize and stature of Scottish manCoachman
CoachmanFancy coachYellow would turn to plaid!
Coachman
Not a fancy coachmanNot used to fancy coachSee next slide usual carriageCoachmanThe coachmans usual coachExplains personality
Coachman
Simple costumeTophat promotion (see next slide)CoachmanSee different hat bowler hatTransition from lesser coach to a coach for Zangler & friends
Waiter
Waiter
See apronDifferentiates between waiter and dinersWaiterSimple costume connotes lower statusPossibly not suitable for Imperial Gardens though
Waiter
Italian waitersRomantic flair hairSimple black/white costumeWaiterBetter view of costumeCrisp, clean
Vienna Cityscape
Vienna Cityscape
Vienna Cityscape
Vienna CityscapeStone structures strong in stability yet soft in aestheticLight colors allow for pop in dark as well as bright/silly costumes Vienna CityscapeZanglers Grocer Shop
Zanglers Grocer ShopAn outside viewSimilarly matches the Vienna CityscapeShop on the left
Zanglers Grocer Shop
Image of scales, weightsClose up view of behind the counterZanglers Grocer ShopLarge view of inside of a general storeWalls lined with shelves, one long counter
Zanglers Grocer Shop
See costume for when Chris/Weinberl work in shopNot too fancyWoodPractical useZanglers Grocer ShopTillThe bars would be guildedRest of shop will have similar woodwork
Miss Blumenblatts Parlor
Miss Blumenblatts Parlor
Exterior of Blumenblatt houseThe trim/door/landscaping will follow color paletteMiss Blumenblatts ParlorSee busyness of interiorPictures/mirrors on wallsPatterned floor and walls (differing!)Tables, chairs, lamps, pianos, etc
Miss Blumenblatts Parlor
Possible family photos on wallDaguerreotype fadMiss Blumenblatts ParlorExample of sofaCrazy patternFancy woodwork
Miss Blumenblatts Parlor
Fancy armchairAgain, strong pattern, fancy woodworkWould have fringe as wellMiss Blumenblatts ParlorCrazy ornate pianoWoodwork mirrors fanciness of furnitureParlor music!
Imperial Gardens Caf
Imperial Gardens Caf
1854 Crystal PalaceInspiration for atrium of cafGlass enclosed able to see foliage, plants, sky
Imperial Gardens CafSee fountain, tree, light airy feel
Imperial Gardens Caf
Inspiration for color paletteFancy wrought iron filigree Possible outside seetingImperial Gardens CafInside seatingPattern on rug lighter colorSunlight from ceilingPlants as well as painted plants
Imperial Gardens Caf
Natural/organic shaped chairInlayed painting fancy, mimics paintings on wallsNature painting/landscapeImperial Gardens CafChinese screen mentioned in textLighter colorAntique but exact years not known
Imperial Gardens Caf
Lamp/wall sconce See nature themeFoliage, fruitSoft lightImperial Gardens CafFancy goblets/wine glassesGilded and paintedMatch color palette