Alison Wagstaffe
Credits
Year | Job Title Project Type |
Project Name Director / Company |
Location |
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2019 |
Dresser
Theatre |
True West West of East |
Vaudeville |
2018 |
Dresser
Theatre |
King Lear Jonathan Munby / ATG |
Duke Of York's |
2018 |
Wardrobe Manager
Theatre |
Eugenius! The Musical Kevin Wood Productions |
the Other Palace, Victoria |
2018 |
Designer, Project Manager
Event |
Lord Mayor's Show Lord Mayor's Show |
|
2017 |
Wardrobe Supevisor
Theatre |
Queen Anne Natalie Abrahami / RSC |
Theatre Royal Haymarket |
2017 |
Deputy Wardrobe and Wardrobe Supervisor (Maternity Cover)
Theatre |
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time Marianne Elliot / National Theatre Productions |
Gielgud Theatre |
2014 |
Dresser
Theatre |
Another Country Jeremy Herrin / Theatre Royal Bath |
Trafalgar Studios |
2014 |
Dresser
Theatre |
Strangers on a Train Michael Rose Productions |
Gielgud Theatre |
2013 |
Wardrobe Assistant
Theatre |
Dance Overtures London Studio Centre |
New Wimbledon Theatre |
2013 |
Dresser
Theatre |
Singin' in the Rain Stage Entertainment |
Palace Theatre |
2012 |
Wardrobe Assistant
Theatre |
1 Man 2 Guv'ners National Theatre |
Adelphi |
2012 |
Assistant Costume Supervisor
Event |
Horse of the Year Show Squires and Johns/ Pleasure Beach |
Olympia |
2012 |
Wardrobe Assistant
Theatre |
Dance Overtures London Studio Centre |
New Wimbledon Theatre |
2011 |
Assistant Costume Supervisor
Event |
Horse of the Year Show Squires and Johns/ Pleasure Beach |
Olympia |
2011 |
Deputy Wardrobe Mistress
Theatre |
Top Hat UK tour Kenny Wax |
UK tour |
2011 |
Wardrobe assistant
Theatre |
panto Chaplins Ltd |
|
2011 |
Dresser
Theatre |
London Road National Theatre |
National Theatre London |
2011 |
Dresser
Theatre |
1 Man 2 Guvners National Theatre |
National Theatre London |
2011 |
dresser
Theatre |
The Wizard Of Oz Really Useful Theatre Co |
London Palladium |
2011 |
wardrobe mistress
Theatre |
G*mania big name productions |
|
2011 |
Wardrobe no.2
Theatre |
Cinderella Qdos |
New Theatre Cardiff |
2010 |
Wardrobe Mistress
Theatre |
Hecuba Lazarus Theatre Company |
New Diorama |
2010 |
Dresser
Theatre |
Chitty Chitty Bang Bang New WImbledone Theatre |
|
2009 |
wardrobe no.2
Theatre |
The Little Mermaid (panto) QDOS Entertainment |
Alban Arena, St Albans |
2009 |
Wardrobe Assistant
Theatre |
P&O Cruises Winter Season 2009 Carnival UK |
International |
2009 |
Dresser
Theatre |
Peter Grimes/Cosi Fan Tutte/ Madam Butterfly/L'amour de Loin ENO Summer Season 2009 |
London Coliseum |
2009 |
dresser
Theatre |
Sylvia/ Still Life from Penguin Cafe Birmingham Royal Ballet |
London Coliseum |
2009 |
Dresser (soloists)
Theatre |
Swan Lake/ LeCorsaire American Ballet Theatre |
London Colisuem |
2009 |
Dresser
Theatre |
Dr Atomic English National Opera |
London Coliseum |
2009 |
Dresser
Theatre |
Let 'em eat Cake/Of Thee I sing/Skin Deep Opera North UK Tour |
Sadlers Wells |
2009 |
Costume Designer
Theatre |
Angels in America Italia Conti |
Landor Theatre |
2009 |
Dresser
Theatre |
Magic Flute English National Opera |
London Colosium |
2008 |
Dresser
Theatre |
Stravinsky Celebration Birmingham Royal Ballet |
Sadlers Wells Theatre |
2005 |
costume maker/ props maker/ production assistant
Event |
various Trends Productions |
The Cpitol Theatre, Horsham |
2005 |
wardrobe mistress
Theatre |
cinderella Pantomime AJ costumes |
The Cpitol Theatre, Horsham |
2005 |
dresser/wardrobe assistant
Theatre |
richard II the old vic theatre company |
the old vic |
2005 |
dresser/ wardrobe assistant
Theatre |
the philadelphia story the old vic theatre company |
the old vic |
2003 |
Alterations assistant
Event |
various Angels The Costumiers |
Education
Year | Qualification | Where |
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2004 | post grad photography | central st martins |
2002 | 3 yr. Scenic Design | Arden School Of Theatre |
Equipment
My Equipment/Kit:
I can use:
About me
COSTUME SKILLS:Experienced wardrobe manager, attentive to all members of the company and their needs throughout the production run.
Excellent sewing skills, cutting and construction of garments, knowledge of textiles. Strong interest in period costumes and unusual design prop style costumes.
Proficient at handling and prioritising workload as an individual and as part of a team. Able to work on own initiative and under pressure achieving excellent results, liaising between departments to meet the requirements of the job.
Thrives in busy and lively environments.
Excellent attendance/time keeping record, personable manner, enthusiastic and reliable.
Adept in execution of tasks quickly and efficiently and to the best of ability. Willing to part take in tasks outside of remit in order to ensure the job is completed on time.
Attentive to the needs of performers whilst in production and the need to make them feel relaxed and confident in their apparel, though this may sometimes be outside of their comfort zone.
My knowledge of costume history and interest in fashion helps me to assist actors wear their costumes accurately and appropriately, in accordance with designer/supervisor instructions.
Thorough and organized in execution of allocated tasks, from preshow checks to setting up of quick change areas and preparation of costumes and props for scenes. Able to manage dress plots, maintain costumes and meticulous note taker.
Strong awareness of Health and Safety Laws, able to maintain a safe working environment at all times in accordance with these laws.
Additional skills:
Excellent computing knowledge of Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, Photoshop, Picture Wire. Skills include digital retouching, resizing, Mac & PC literate.
Excellent 35mm digital and film camera skills
Experienced in printing, both digital and darkroom and film processing.
Full drivers licence.
Completed Direct Lighting's Assistant Photographer Lighting course
Referees:
Ms. Thea Foster, Assistant General Manager National Theatre Productions
National Theatre, Upper Ground London SE1 9PX removed removed
Mr Alan Downing, Chairman Bridge Ward Club, Co Producer Lord Mayors Show 2014
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Lindah Balfour, Company Manager, Queen Anne Productions
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License & Passport
Driver's License: | Yes |
Skills
Job Titles | Production Assistant (PA), Photographer, Costume Designer, Costumer Maker, Wardrobe / Wardrobe Support, Prop Maker, Props Assistant / Support, Set Dresser |
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Years in industry | 6+ years |
Organisations / Memberships | BECTU (UK) |
Work Permits | EU |