AQA GCSE Drama sample

Costume, hair and make-up design inspired by context In the beginning of Act 2, the teenage Sammy is 16 and getting into trouble with the police. Although he didn’t have much money, like many young men at this time, Sammy’s fashion choices were influenced by rock bands, such as the Bay City Rollers, and other well-known figures, such as the footballer George Best. In some working-class communities there was a revival of Teddy Boy clothing, with exaggerated 1950s big jackets, rolled jeans and heavy shoes or boots. As a designer, how would you costume Sammy for the scene in Act 2 when he gets into trouble with the bus conductor? Consider: how the costume will reflect his personality how the costume will reflect the play’s context. Te�nage Sam�y Hairstyle: Short? Long? Styled? Make-up: Clean-shaven or stub�le? Clear complexion or spots? TIP It is important to explain why you have made your design choices. For example, have you chosen bright colours to suggest he has an outgoing personality, or chosen heavy boots, which might make him seem more dangerous or threatening? Does he take care with his appearance or model himself on people he admires? TASK 3 Now create a costume design for Mrs Johnstone. Think about how the costume can be adapted for when she is working and when she is at home. Will there be costume pieces or accessories, which she adds or removes depending on what she is doing? Take into account her personality and lack of money, as well as the fashions of the time. Ac�es�ories: Watch? Bandana? Belt? Other? Jacket: Leather? Cotton? Polyester? Fit: Loose? Fitted? Shape: Long? Short? Shirt: Plain or patterned? Tucked in or left out? Long sleeves or short sleeves? Trousers: Jeans? Chinos? Suit? Corduroy? Fit: Loose or tight? Short or long? Rolled or not? Condition: Worn or new? Patched? Footwear: Trainers? Boots? Loafers? Materials: Suede? Leather? Cloth? Headwear? Hat? Cap? Download a printable version from Samples & Downloads at www.illuminatepublishing.com . 54 COMPONENT 1 UNDERSTANDING DRAMA