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Equitable Stage Makeup and Hair
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Equitable Stage Makeup and Hair

University of Michigan

Learn inclusive stage makeup and hair techniques for diverse skin tones and hair textures, including wig preparation and character development.

Unknown8 weeksEnglish

About this Course

Go beyond the limitations of mainstream courses and gain a broad overview of inclusive makeup and hair practices, regardless of your experience level. Equitable Stage Makeup and Hair offers highly detailed videos and in-depth practice guides to train you on applying makeup for all skin tones and ways to prepare wigs for a variety of different hair textures. Designed to propel forward your skills, training in applying makeup for all skin tones, and wig preparation for a variety of hair textures, you will learn techniques for applying natural makeup for both on stage and camera, and aging makeup. The course allows you to tailor your learning experience based on your own makeup and hair needs with additional modules on trauma makeup, special effects makeup, or drag makeup. Makeup application techniques are supported by lessons in facial anatomy, color theory, character analysis, and personalized makeup worksheet demonstrations. Hear from renowned makeup artists, performers, and drag queens to learn from their experience in the entertainment and theater industries. By learning inclusive methods of hair and makeup, you can work to build more equitable spaces for everyone

What You'll Learn

  • Learn foundational techniques for stage makeup on all complexions and bone structures
  • Apply inclusive language and techniques for theatrical hair and wig preparation
  • Analyze texts and use color theory to develop characters through makeup and hair

Prerequisites

  • Basic computer and internet skills
  • Ability to read course instructions in English and complete short practice activities

Instructors

S

Sarah M Oliver

Associate Professor Emerita of Theatre and Drama

Topics

Personal Development
Performing Arts
Design
Storytelling
Color Theory
Cultural Sensitivity
Diversity Awareness
Detail Oriented
Creativity

Course Info

PlatformCoursera
LevelUnknown
PacingUnknown
PriceFree

Skills

التنمية الشخصية
الفنون الأدائية
التصميم
سرد القصص
نظرية الألوان
الحساسية الثقافية
الوعي بالتنوع
الاهتمام بالتفاصيل
Creativity

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