Costume and wigs
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Costume making
The different wings of the costume department are spread over all six floors of the National.
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Design
The different wings of the costume department are spread over all six floors of the National.
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Running wardrobe
Members of the running wardrobe team keep costumes clean, repaired and looking good, as well as helping dress actors before and during shows.
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Wigs & Make-up
Many actors wear wigs to help portray their character. Standard stage make-up is used less heavily now that modern stage lighting techniques are so adaptable, but the wigs team is also responsible for special effects make-up.