Historical costumes
Contemporary costumes
Contemporary costumes interpreted for theatre, dance and film – inspired by both, my theatrical and haute couture experience.
Tutu making
Extensive tutu-making experience and fitting experience. I have worked for various ballet companies and hold great in-depth knowledge of different tutu styles and making techniques.
Workshops and lectures
Having completed a Master’s in Research, I am passionate about sharing my knowledge and experience and inspiring a new generation of costumiers.
Services
I work with all body shapes and expressions of gender.
The portfolio will grow as we obtain photos' copyrights
Experience
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2019 - 2024 Head of Ladies Workroom/Head Ladies Cutter for all new opera and ballet productions at the Royal Opera House, London2024
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2020 - 2023 Completed Master of Research Historical Costume, Arts University Bournemouth focusing on historical tutu-making.2023
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2017 - 2019 Assistant Head of Ladies Workroom/ladies cutter for all new opera and ballet productions at the Royal Opera House, London2019
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2013 - 2016 Freelance pattern cutter and dressmaker for ballet, theatre, film and fashion, e.g. English National Ballet, Stuttgart Ballet, Cosprop, Glyndebourne, Halfpenny London and Emma Hunt London.2016
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2009 - 2013 Costume cutter at the ladies' opera and ballet costume department, Staatstheater Stuttgart, Germany.2013
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2004 - 2008 Meister Certificate Tailor and Dressmaker, Germany (German dressmaking and pattern cutting degree and apprenticeship – BA equivalent, passed with excellent grades).2008
About me
Having originally trained in Germany in both, historical and couture pattern cutting and dressmaking, I hold over fifteen years of experience working for various well-known theatres, film productions and couture houses in the UK and abroad.
Most recently, during my time as head cutter and ladies costume workroom manager at the Royal Opera House, London, I have proven excellent cutting skills for opera and ballet, covering all historical periods and contemporary styles and I hold a successful record of working together with many well-known designers to interpret their design concepts by combining excellent technical skills with creativity and a distinct eye for detail.
Additionally, over the past few years, I have shown that I am passionate about creating a highly motivated, safe, efficient, diverse, and inclusive working atmosphere. I lead by example and apply a positive, approachable, and supportive management style while ensuring that work is delivered on time to the highest standards, even under pressure.
As part of my management experience, I have effective budget management, planning, problem-solving and communication skills, as well as relevant IT skills.
I am flexible and extremely passionate. I strive for perfection in everything I do with great energy and enthusiasm, and I would like to invest these skills into your project.
Get in touch
To discuss any historical, contemporary or ballet costume project or for any other questions, please do not hesitate to get in touch.
I would like to hear from you.
London and Sussex
TELEPHONE:
075 3441 3238
EMAIL:
costumes@kincel.eu
WEBSITE:
www.costumes.kincel.eu