Dates
June 2016 – September 2016
Fifth Annual Shakespeare Exhibition
The costumes on display have been loaned by the Shakespeare Gild from their extensive collection. While they have been designed to show the richness necessary to reflect the status of their noble wearers, they also reveal the practicality of designing for the stage. While the gowns shimmer like silk and the embroidery appears to contain gold or silver threads, the materials are, in fact, hard-wearing modern fabrics. The illusion is created by imaginative designers and talented seamstresses. Fortunately the Shakespeare Gild has always benefited from talented people in both roles.
The long Shakespeare tradition in the Ardens is rich with players, back-stage folk, front-of- house staff, and fortunately, costumers. We are pleased to be able to share their history with the audiences at this years’ production.
Now–Hei thee forth to the play!
