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Join us at Macalester College for a special presentation led by the artist Weriem, exploring the world of seventeenth- and eighteenth-century stage costumes at the French royal court.
In this presentation, we’ll explore the opulent world of stage costumes at the French royal court, drawing inspiration from the illustrations of renowned artists who worked under Louis XIII, XIV, XV, and XVI. We’ll examine the extravagant ballet and opera costumes, their symbolic meanings, and the evolving rules that defined their design. The presentation will conclude with a look at contemporary costume designs by Weriem, whose work draws inspiration from the splendor and theatricality of the Baroque era.