Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

Engagement in the Arts is essential to every student, teacher, and community member. With this belief is at its core, the Van Wezel is committed to assuring each student receives a well-rounded education, each teacher has tools and resources to reach every student, and every community member has access to meaningful arts experiences.

Schooltime Performances for 2024-24 School Year
Providing Schooltime Performances during the school year is one of our most exciting adventures. Please check our website for more updates and information. If you have any questions, please contact Margaret Lindsey at (941) 263-6750 or Margaret.Lindsey@sarasotafl.gov

EDUCATOR CONTACT INFO

mia.strickland@sarasotafl.gov

http://www.vanwezel.org/edu/st.cfm

  777 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236

9412636771

Costume Creations: Costume Renderings

Program description

This workshop is available virtually or in person

With Katelyn McKelley, a Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall Teaching Artist, students will learn about the basic concepts of costume design and what role costume designers play in the performing arts. Students will explore the elements costume designers research in order to design and create costumes (i.e. mood, character, and setting). Students will also investigate fundamentals of costume creation, including fit, function, fabrics, and principles of fashion. Students will create their own costume rendering based upon characters, written works, and/or historical figures, depending on grade level.

Teaching Artist: Katelyn McKelley

Length: 30 to 45 minutes

Supplies Needed:

  • Print out of figure drawing template or plain, blank paper
  • Pencil
  • Coloring utensils (colored pencils, markers, crayons, etc.)

Virtual lessons will be through Zoom or a platform of your choice.

Booking / scheduling contact

Mia Strickland

   941.263.6771

 mia.strickland@sarasotafl.gov

Program detail
Artistic discipline:
Cultural Origin: Array, Array
Program type: In-School Exploration, Online Virtual Exploration
Population served: 3-5, K-2
Subject: Social Studies, Theater, Visual Art
Bilingual: No
Fees / Ticketing:

30 minutes: $50

45 minutes: $75

Transportation

Is transportation needed for this exploration?: No
Is financial assistance offered?: No

Program info

Summer or Family Programs Offered?: yes