Performance Lab #8: Theatre Makeup and Prosthetic SFX - The October People

The Lab

A class to address theatre makeup fundamentals, tips & tricks, as well as intro to SFX makeup with a focus on gore/injury SFX. This class will be a hybrid of presentational theory and interactive practical application.

***Trigger warning - replication of physical injury, blood, gory visuals, discussion of mechanics/science behind bodily injury.

Pay What You Will

Suggested Donation of $10

What Do You Need To Join?

In Person

• Your self
• Something to take notes
• Your Make Up Kit - Eyeshadow Pallet - if you have one no worries if not!

Online

• Your self
• Something to take notes
• A Device To Zoom In On
• An Internet Connection
• Your Make Up Kit - Eyeshadow Pallet - if you have one
• Lipsticks or eyeshadows in reds, purples and yellows
• White Glue

Accessibility

In Person

• ASL Interpretation will be available in person
• Venue Accessibility

Online

• ASL Interpretation and Auto-Generated Captions will be provided online

About your Lab Instructors

Kat & John Evans

The October People Productions was founded in Amiskwaciy-Wâskahikan/Edmonton by husband-and-wife team John (he/him) and Kat (she/her) Evans. John is a graduate of Red Deer College's Performing Arts Program, and Kat has her BFA in Theatre Design from the U of A.

While their work through TOPP tends to specialize in practical SFX and immersive design for theatre/film and escape rooms, their experience extends into nearly every corner of these industries. Kat is a freelance professional Designer, PM/TD, Technician and Stage Manager. By day, John serves the industry as a Senior Culture Banker for ATB Financials’ Branch for Arts and Culture, and by night he is a Performer, Creator, Designer, and SFX Aficionado.