Period Make-up for the Stage

An extensively illustrated guidebook that looks at make-up and hairstyles from the ancient Egyptians through to the Elizabethans and on to punk in the 1970s. Advice is given on how to create each look for men and women with specific details for white, Hispanic, Chinese, black and Asian skin types.

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Period productions on stage, television and film are increasingly popular. Part of the success of these productions is authentic make-up. In this text, basic stage make-up for men and women is described and illustrated clearly for white, Hispanic, Chinese, black and Asian skins. Step-by-step instructions are given on how to create each look, from Ancient Egyptian, to the Punk-look of the 1970s."