| Statement:
The Costume Program in the School of Drama offers rigorous conservatory training with strong mentorship by working professionals dedicated to the preparation of students for careers in the costume industry. Tsu offers a strong foundation in design, research skills, drawing and painting, while Anderson offers courses in construction, history and works with students on television and film projects. Narelle Sissons offers Scenography Courses and Ken Chu, newly appointed as Shop Manager, brings impressive professional credentials to the costume area. Master Draper, Marianne Krostyne also joins the costume staff. Ample design opportunities exist in theatre, musical theatre, dance, opera, television and new plays. Links with area theatres provide professional opportunities as designers and assistants. Built in 1999, the Purnell Center for the Arts boasts spacious state of the arts facilities with natural light in all rooms, including a spacious costume shop. Renown alumni in film, television, and theatre work with students annually on projects and form a devoted hiring network for recent graduates.
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| Degree Programs: |
| BFA: Design, Design and Technology |
| MFA: Design, Design and Technology |
| MFA: combination possible - Costume/Scenery, Costume/Lighting, Costume/Scenery/Lighting |
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| Faculty: |
| Barbara Anderson: History of Clothing, Construction, Design--Theatre, Film, Television |
| Narelle Sissons: Sceneography--Theatre, Opera, Figure Drawing |
| Susan Tsu: Costume Design, Drawing, Painting -- Theatre, Opera, Television |
| Beth Zamborsky: Figure Drawing |
| International Guest Designers: Sceneography, Costume Design, Figure Drawing |
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| Staff: |
| Kenneth Chu: Costume Shop Manager |
| Celina Ferencz: Costume Shop Crafts and Wardrobe |
| Marianne Krostyne: Costume Shop Master Draper |
| Leslie Kennedy Maxson: Costume Shop First Hand, Draper |
| Marlene Speranza: Costume Shop Tailor, Draper, Costumer |
| ...Overhire staff as needed |
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| General Contact Information: |
| Susan Tsu | |
| School of Drama | |
| Carnegie Mellon University | |
| 349 Purnell Center for the Arts | |
| Pittsburgh. PA 15235 | |
| 412-268-3130 | |
| FAX: 412-621-0281 | |
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