Community Theater Green Room Discussion Board: Basic Stage Makeup

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    Hi!

  I'm a student looking for a basis of stage makeup. I've heard
lots of theories about dots beside the eyes making them look bigger, a
white line down your nose is a necessity, etc. I was looking for some
tips on basic stage makeup.  I am female, but as a leader of my
Drama Club, I get looked upon to do the makeup for everyone, including
the guys. How much is "too" much on a guy? 

Thanks!

Padfoot

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padfoot13 Player Joined: 5/23/05 Online Status: Offline Posts: 24	Topic: Basic Stage Makeup Posted: 5/24/05 at 10:36pm
	Hi! I'm a student looking for a basis of stage makeup. I've heard lots of theories about dots beside the eyes making them look bigger, a white line down your nose is a necessity, etc. I was looking for some tips on basic stage makeup. I am female, but as a leader of my Drama Club, I get looked upon to do the makeup for everyone, including the guys. How much is "too" much on a guy? Thanks! Padfoot

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Shatcher Celebrity Joined: 2/21/05 Location: United States Online Status: Offline Posts: 251	Posted: 5/25/05 at 11:42am
	There are many great book about theatrical make up. You could also try to call a local college or university to see if they have someone who could come out and do a demo for you. In my local area grad students do this kind of demo pretty often. Also contact Ben Ney and see if they have any materials they can send you. Many vendors will send this kind of stuff out free of charge to teachers and theatre staff. good luck!
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Topper Celebrity Joined: 1/27/05 Location: United States Online Status: Offline Posts: 543	Posted: 5/25/05 at 2:53pm
	"Stage Makeup" by Richard Corson is a large, folio-sized book, filled with many color photos, b&w photos, diagrams and such. It is practically the make-up artist's bible and is updated in newer editions regularly to keep pace with the changing trends. It is expensive (about $75.00) in its current, Ninth edition, but earlier editions may be available for review at your library or for purchase at discount bookshops. Good luck!
	"None of us really grow up. All we ever do is learn how to behave in public." -- Keith Johnstone
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Nyria Celebrity Joined: 1/20/05 Location: Canada Online Status: Offline Posts: 157	Posted: 6/04/05 at 3:24pm
	Check out: http://www.kevynaucoin.com/lessons/?highlighting It's not reall 'stage make up' but the basics are the same. As for how much is too much? It depends on the lighting in your theatre - I'd say just keep trying until you see what works Nyria
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