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The 39 Steps

Set, Costume and Puppet Designer
 

Adapted by: Patrick Barlow Director: Martin Hutson | Lighting Designer: Grace Priest

Richard Burton Company | RWCMD 2022

Photographer: Kirsten McTernan

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Hilariously blending action, noir thriller and slapstick comedy, 'The 39 Steps'  is a play that asks: how can a small theatre troupe, with 4 actors and limited means, recreate a large-scale, action-packed Hollywood production?
(The answer is with much problem-solving, resourcefulness and a lot of self-satirising.)
 

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Scroll down for an overview my process

Set Designing Process:

Moodboards & Research

Creating mood boards based on my research into 1930s theatres, film noir, etc.

Film Noir Moodboard
Set Dressing & Props Moodboard
Backstage in 1930s Theatres
1930s Bachelor Pad Moodbord
Location Research
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Costume Design Process:

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Research & Moodboards

Pulling images & inspiration from fashion plates, photojournalism, museum collections and fashion catalogues.

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Puppet Design Process:

Research & References

Researching 1930s puppetry, Humanette Puppets and physical/slapstick comedy.

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