Sophie Meechan
Credits
Year | Job Title Project Type |
Project Name Director / Company |
Location |
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2009 |
Deputy Wardrobe
Event |
La Cage Aux Folles Terry Johnson / Ambassodor Theatre Group |
|
2008 |
Wardrobe maintenance
Event |
Turandot Anthony Clarke / The Hapstead Theatre |
|
2008 |
Assistant Costume Supervisor
Event |
All Productions Regent's Park Open Air Theatre |
|
2008 |
Principle dresser
Event |
Dirty Dancing Lionsgate |
|
2007 |
Costume Supervisor
Event |
The Dysfunckshonalz The Bush Theatre |
|
2007 |
Assistant Costume Supervisor
Event |
All productions Regent's Park Open Air Theatre |
Education
Year | Qualification | Where |
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2005 | BA(Hons)Costume for the Screen and Stage | The Arts Institute at Bournemouth |
Equipment
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I can use:
About me
After completing my degree I began working in regional theatre wardrobe departments and I have now worked in London for two years in which I gained experience of costume Supervision and I am currently working as deputy wardrobe on a west end musical.Additional information:
I am interested in gaining film continuity experience and costume for film and television work, in particular work on period drama.
Theatre professional:
I have 7 years experience working within busy wardrobe departments, mainly within the West End but also various producing houses including three seasons at Shakespeare's Globe. I also have Uk touring experience as wardrobe deputy on a six month tour. I am looking to gain further exprience as a costume supervisor or design assistant.
Additional skills:
Experienced deputy wardrobe and wardrobe assistant. Knowledge of original practice clothing and maintenance as well as the construction and maintenance of ruffs, collars and cuffs. Proven costume supervisory skills as well as buying and sourcing appropriate fabrics and accessories. Dressing experience includes historical and modern theatrical costume, ballet, opera and musical theatre.
Referees:
Megan Cassidy (wardrobe manager)
Wardrobe department Shakespeare's Globe
21 New Globe walk
Southwark
Angie Burns (Costume Supervisor)
Open Air Theatre Regents Park
London
NW1 4NR
Sam Paterson (Production Manager)
Chichester Festival Theatre
Oaklands Park
West Sussex
License & Passport
Driver's License: | Yes |
Skills
Secondary Job Title | Costume Designer |
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Job Titles | Costume Designer, Costume / Costume Support, Wardrobe / Wardrobe Support |
Years in industry | 3 to 6 years |