Special Effects Stage Make-Up

In this workshop, learn how to create special effects with stage make-up. 

On stage, one’s features must be clearly visible to everyone sitting in the theater, even the people in the very back row. Many people don’t know the correct technique to apply make-up that will look good from 30 feet away, especially when it comes to exaggerated facial features.

Both male and female actors use basic stage make-up techniques to enhance their natural features, correct or diminish other features, and change their appearance. Often, a role calls for “character” makeup, such as stylized fairies, zombies, animals, or a look of old age. Makeup can accomplish all of these looks and many more.

You will need a T shirt you don’t mind getting dirty, and a great sense of humor.

Leader: Stephanie Brucas