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PLAYHOUSE CREATURES
2023 I Set Designer
Venue I Richard Burton Theatre
Company I Richard Burton Theatre
Director I Patricia Logue
Costume Designer I Emily Cantwell
Lighting Designer I Yasmin Alayoubi
Production Photos I Simon Gough
1663. Charles II reopens the Playhouses after years of suppression and for the first time, allows women to take to the stage. For four women, this signals the beginning of a new chapter in their lives. On stage, the women enjoy their newfound freedom; behind-the-scenes, they struggle for equality and recognition.
The design's original concept was to emphasise the idea of women on display. However, the play's setting in the 1600s suggested a design that evoked the fear and darkness of a tiring theatre room, particularly for these women. This would contrast with what is happening in front of the proscenium arch, where the theatre shows a more rich and elegant side, a place to have them on display.
DESIGN PROCESS (Please click the arrows to follow)
Concept Sketch
Working Design Concept
Detailed Sketch
Concept Sketch
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Extensive research and trial-and-error were conducted for the textures of the walls, as well as communication with the director. I wanted the finish on the walls to emphasise the concept of fear in the space (tiring-room), with overlaying layers to show its history and grittiness. Again, this would help to contrast with the softness of the flowing fabric on the front side of the proscenium.
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