When working on a theatrical production there are a lot of details to take care of. One of the biggest things to consider is the actors. As well as knowing their lines and being in the right position they also need to look right. This is why you need to ensure that they have the right theatrical makeup.
Another good reason is that there is not always a makeup assistant available especially if it is a low budget or amateur production. Therefore it helps to know how to do it for yourself so that you can be confident that you will look right when you get onto the stage. Furthermore things can happen and you may need to do touchups at the last minute.
For starters the kind of makeup you would put on a prim Victorian woman would be different for someone who is a dancer in a nightclub in the Prohibition era. For example the shade of lipstick a dancer in the twenties would wear would be darker and the effect of what they wear would be more dramatic.
You also need to be sure that men wear makeup too. It is vital to clarify that this is not a vanity issue but an issue of practicality. Stages tend to have very bright lights and the audience need to be able to make out the faces in the lights. When applying on men remember to use natural tones, with lighter tones for younger men and darker tones for older men.
Men traditionally have been hesitant to wear makeup on stage in the mistaken thought they will look odd. It is important to explain that they need to wear it in order to be clearly seen under the stage lights and they will look stranger if they do not wear it. When applying on men remember to use natural tones, although lighter tones work better on younger boys and men than older men.
With lipstick natural shades are best for men. However it can depend on the character. For example a darker shade may be associated with a villain or more seductive character. Equally it may also depend on the period a play is set in and whether or not the lipstick fits the tone. Applying light baby powder or having someone blow it towards you will help to keep the finished makeup in place.
Once you are finished either get someone to blow baby powder at you or put in on your face. This will make it easier to keep it in place. This is especially important if you are involved in more physical productions as this reduces the risk of anything spreading if you sweat during any intense physical activity on stage.
There are various websites that can show you how to apply theatrical makeup. Video tutorials are ideal as this will make it easier to pause and look over how it is done. Look online for examples from professionals to help you develop your skills and prepare you for your next production.
Another good reason is that there is not always a makeup assistant available especially if it is a low budget or amateur production. Therefore it helps to know how to do it for yourself so that you can be confident that you will look right when you get onto the stage. Furthermore things can happen and you may need to do touchups at the last minute.
For starters the kind of makeup you would put on a prim Victorian woman would be different for someone who is a dancer in a nightclub in the Prohibition era. For example the shade of lipstick a dancer in the twenties would wear would be darker and the effect of what they wear would be more dramatic.
You also need to be sure that men wear makeup too. It is vital to clarify that this is not a vanity issue but an issue of practicality. Stages tend to have very bright lights and the audience need to be able to make out the faces in the lights. When applying on men remember to use natural tones, with lighter tones for younger men and darker tones for older men.
Men traditionally have been hesitant to wear makeup on stage in the mistaken thought they will look odd. It is important to explain that they need to wear it in order to be clearly seen under the stage lights and they will look stranger if they do not wear it. When applying on men remember to use natural tones, although lighter tones work better on younger boys and men than older men.
With lipstick natural shades are best for men. However it can depend on the character. For example a darker shade may be associated with a villain or more seductive character. Equally it may also depend on the period a play is set in and whether or not the lipstick fits the tone. Applying light baby powder or having someone blow it towards you will help to keep the finished makeup in place.
Once you are finished either get someone to blow baby powder at you or put in on your face. This will make it easier to keep it in place. This is especially important if you are involved in more physical productions as this reduces the risk of anything spreading if you sweat during any intense physical activity on stage.
There are various websites that can show you how to apply theatrical makeup. Video tutorials are ideal as this will make it easier to pause and look over how it is done. Look online for examples from professionals to help you develop your skills and prepare you for your next production.
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