SWF Dirty Feet: 29 October 2019
| Documentation by Chloe Chotrani |
A few days before the first performance, we finalize details:
Costume, bring tomorrow:
Grey, white, black
Use accessories to distinguish characters
Accessories that can be easily removed, stacked away, etc.
Mama, visor cap, sarong
Papa, mustache, sarong
Ali, stach
Salama, flower clip
Shop lady, head wrap
Shop man, good morning towel
Materials needed, bring what’s possible:
Water spray
Umbrella — tudung saji for food
Rice
Face paint
Crushed newspaper
Queenfish throne
This behind-the-scenes documentation gives an interesting glimpse into the preparation involved before a performance. The details about costumes, accessories, props, and materials show how much thoughtful coordination happens before the audience ever sees the finished work. I recently came across a similar discussion on https://peacockbuild.com/, and it offered another interesting perspective on creative preparation and teamwork.