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37-414: The athletic arts were looking for a sport that could challenge and excite skilled musicians, so they started creating their own styles all over the world. Since then, marching percussion has advanced and moved into auditoriums and gymnasiums as percussion ensembles looked for ways to maintain their skills during the winter months when performing outdoors on football fields was not practical. Following in

74-438: A front ensemble . With these groups there is very little movement other than the motion needed for playing the instruments. The other type of indoor percussion group is known as marching percussion. These groups also include a front ensemble but add a marching ensemble for more movement. The marching ensembles have a much more visual aspect to their performances which includes marching, visual theatrics, and much more depending on

111-401: A change in identity, such as theatrical, Halloween, and mascot costumes. Before the advent of ready-to-wear apparel, clothing was made by hand. When made for commercial sale it was made, as late as the beginning of the 20th century, by "costumiers", often women who ran businesses that met the demand for complicated or intimate female costume, including millinery and corsetry . Derived from

148-462: A culture's unique attributes. They are often a source of national pride. Examples include the Scottish kilt , Turkish Zeybek , or Japanese kimono . In Bhutan there is a traditional national dress prescribed for men and women, including the monarchy. These have been in vogue for thousands of years and have developed into a distinctive dress style. The dress worn by men is known as Gho which

185-563: A final costume. Wearing costumes is an important part of holidays developed from religious festivals such as Mardi Gras (in the lead up to Easter ), and Halloween (related to All Hallow's Eve ). Mardi Gras costumes usually take the form of jesters and other fantasy characters; Halloween costumes traditionally take the form of supernatural creatures such as ghosts , vampires , pop-culture icons and angels . Halloween costumes developed from pre-Christian religious traditions: to avoid being terrorized by evil spirits walking

222-401: A gathering or convention. A significant number of these costumes are homemade and unique, and depend on the character, idea, or object the costume wearer is attempting to imitate or represent. The costumes themselves are often artistically judged to how well they represent the subject or object that the costume wearer is attempting to contrive. Costume design is the envisioning of clothing and

259-443: A more dramatic effect. Depending on the financial situation and the creativity of the design team, sets can be created to help the audience engage the performance to a greater depth. Painted floor coverings and backdrops are used to portray a story as the group performs the music in and around the props. Most upper-level groups have large nylon-vinyl tarps that cover an entire gym floor. Sets must also be designed to function within

296-442: A more personal performer-crowd interaction. Since each group has their own tarp with a specific design, called a floor, most groups use some type of grid to set their positions, or dots. The ensemble member is also required to 'guide' to the others, meaning to use the other marchers as a reference point and keep with formation using peripheral vision. Indoor ensembles may even incorporate dance moves and choreography into their shows for

333-436: A particular style of clothing worn to portray the wearer as a character or type of character at a social event in a theatrical performance on the stage or in film or television. In combination with other aspects of stagecraft, theatrical costumes can help actors portray characters' and their contexts as well as communicate information about the historical period/era, geographic location and time of day, season or weather of

370-454: A rendition of West Side Story or as complicated as special jumpsuits with chains and feathers to portray a show like Cirque Du Soleil , though many groups use more modern uniforms. A more recent development in the indoor percussion ensemble genre has been the introduction of mixed-group ensembles, combining winter guard with indoor percussion ensembles, sometimes referred to as winter marching ensemble. Auditorium An auditorium

407-439: A short jingle or a cappella singing which is typically accompanied by the front ensemble. Spoken word via microphone or a recording on a sampler is used on occasion as well. In many cases, percussion groups will use unconventional instruments including trash cans, barrels, pipes, brooms, and other objects to output desired sound effects. There are two types of indoor percussion ensembles. A concert percussion group consists of only

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444-482: A word of Japanese origin that in English is short for "costume display" or "costume play", is a performance art in which participants wear costumes and accessories to represent a specific character or idea that is usually always identified with a unique name (as opposed to a generic word). These costume wearers often interact to create a subculture centered on role play, so they can be seen most often in play groups, or at

481-463: Is a robe worn up to knee-length and is fastened at the waist by a band called the Kera . The front part of the dress which is formed like a pouch, in olden days was used to hold baskets of food and short dagger, but now it is used to keep cell phone, purse and the betel nut called Doma . The dress worn by women consist of three pieces known as Kira , Tego and Wonju . The long dress which extends up to

518-439: Is a room built to enable an audience to hear and watch performances. For movie theatres , the number of auditoriums is expressed as the number of screens . Auditoriums can be found in entertainment venues, community halls, and theaters, and may be used for rehearsal, presentation, performing arts productions, or as a learning space . The term is taken from Latin (from audītōrium , from audītōrius ("pertaining to hearing"));

555-878: Is an 80 year old association of professional costumers and costume shops. The Costume Designer is a quarterly magazine devoted to the costume design industry. Notable costume designers include recipients of the Academy Award for Best Costume Design , Tony Award for Best Costume Design , and Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Costume Design . Edith Head and Orry-Kelly , both of whom were born late in 1897, were two of Hollywood's most notable costume designers. Professional-grade costumes are typically designed and produced by costume companies who can design and create unique costumes. These companies have often been in business for over 100 years, and continue to work with individual clients to create professional quality costumes. Professional costume houses rent and sell costumes for

592-635: Is arranged based on original works as well as recreations of movie themes, popular music , classical music , and more. Instrumentation is anything that would or could be used under the percussion category of any musical group. This includes instruments such as snare drums , tenors , bass drums , cymbals , xylophones , marimbas , vibraphones , tambourines , chimes , timpani , drum kits , and other similar instruments. Electronic instruments such as guitars , bass guitars , theremins , and synthesizers are also allowed in most competitive circuits. Some groups will also use prerecorded sound samples such as

629-448: Is important for a technician to keep the ideas of the designer in mind when building the garment. Draping is the art of manipulating the fabric using pins and hand stitching to create structure on a body. This is usually done on a dress form to get the adequate shape for the performer . Cutting is the act of laying out fabric on a flat surface, using scissors to cut and follow along a pattern. These pieces are put together to create

666-603: Is open to anyone who can afford tickets. Additionally, some sports venues were themselves called auditoriums, such as the former Buffalo Memorial Auditorium . Costume Costume is the distinctive style of dress and/or makeup of an individual or group that reflects class, gender, occupation, ethnicity, nationality, activity or epoch—in short, culture . The term also was traditionally used to describe typical appropriate clothing for certain activities, such as riding costume , swimming costume , dance costume , and evening costume . Appropriate and acceptable costume

703-604: Is popular; in the Netherlands, the costume of Zwarte Piet is customary. Easter costumes are associated with the Easter Bunny or other animal costumes . In Judaism , a common practice is to dress up on Purim . During this holiday, Jews celebrate the change of their destiny. They were delivered from being the victims of an evil decree against them and were instead allowed by the King to destroy their enemies. A quote from

740-476: Is subject to changes in fashion and local cultural norms. "But sable is worn more in carriages, lined with real lace over ivory satin, and worn over some smart costume suitable for an afternoon reception." A Woman's Letter from London (23 November 1899). This general usage has gradually been replaced by the terms "dress", "attire", "robes" or "wear" and usage of "costume" has become more limited to unusual or out-of-date clothing and to attire intended to evoke

777-671: The Book of Esther , which says: "On the contrary" ( Hebrew : ונהפוך הוא ) is the reason that wearing a costume has become customary for this holiday. Buddhist religious festivals in Tibet , Bhutan , Mongolia and Lhasa and Sikkim in India perform the Cham dance , which is a popular dance form utilising masks and costumes. Parades and processions provide opportunities for people to dress up in historical or imaginative costumes. For example, in 1879

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814-514: The Italian language and passed down through French , the term "costume" shares its origins with the word signifying fashion or custom. Variedly, the term "costume," indicating clothing exclusively from the eighteenth century onward, can be traced back to the Latin consuetudo, meaning "custom" or "usage." National costume or regional costume expresses local (or exiled ) identity and emphasizes

851-643: The furry fandom , where the costumes are referred to as fursuits and match one's animal persona, or " fursona ". Costumes also serve as an avenue for children to explore and role-play. For example, children may dress up as characters from history or fiction, such as pirates, princesses , cowboys, or superheroes. They may also dress in uniforms used in common jobs, such as nurses, police officers, or firefighters, or as zoo or farm animals. Young boys tend to prefer costumes that reinforce stereotypical ideas of being male, and young girls tend to prefer costumes that reinforce stereotypical ideas of being female. Cosplay ,

888-645: The Earth during the harvest festival Samhain , the Celts donned disguises. In the eighth century, Pope Gregory VIII designated November 1 as All Saints Day, and the preceding days as All Hallows Eve; Samhain's costuming tradition was incorporated into these Christian holidays. Given the Catholic and pagan roots of the holiday, it has been repudiated by some Protestants. However, in the modern era, Halloween "is widely celebrated in almost every corner of American life," and

925-641: The activity's history. There are many organizations unaffiliated with WGI that hold smaller regional shows all over the world. As the number of ensembles that competed in WGI competitions grew, different skill level divisions ranging from A class to World class. Competition became international when Color Guard Netherlands (CGN) introduced indoor percussion in Europe. In 2008 CGN hosted the first WGI Regional for percussion outside of North America. Since then, WGI has expanded even further to parts of Asia and Africa. Music

962-482: The ankle is Kira. The jacket worn above this is Tego which is provided with Wonju, the inner jacket. However, while visiting the Dzong or monastery a long scarf or stoll, called Kabney is worn by men across the shoulder, in colours appropriate to their ranks. Women also wear scarfs or stolls called Rachus , made of raw silk with embroidery, over their shoulder but not indicative of their rank. Costume often refers to

999-573: The artist Hans Makart designed costumes and scenery to celebrate the wedding anniversary of the Austro-Hungarian Emperor and Empress and led the people of Vienna in a costume parade that became a regular event until the mid-twentieth century. Uncle Sam costumes are worn on Independence Day in the United States. The Lion Dance , which is part of Chinese New Year celebrations, is performed in costume. Some costumes, such as

1036-474: The concept is taken from the Greek auditorium, which had a series of semi-circular seating shelves in the theatre , divided by broad 'belts', called diazomata , with eleven rows of seats between each. The audience in a modern theatre are usually separated from the performers by the proscenium arch , although other types of stage are common. The price charged for seats in each part of the auditorium (known in

1073-430: The footsteps of indoor guard ensembles, indoor percussion ensembles arrange music and motion appropriate for a more intimate setting. The activity is enjoyed throughout the United States and Japan , as Winter Guard International (WGI) provides many regional and national opportunities to compete. Percussion ensembles first appeared in WGI shows in 1992, and the theatrics, sets, and music selection has advanced throughout

1110-521: The industry as the house ) usually varies according to the quality of the view of the stage. The seating areas can include some or all of the following: Sports venues such as stadiums and racetracks also have royal boxes or enclosures, for example at the All England Club and Ascot Racecourse , where access is limited to royal families or other distinguished personalities. In other countries, sports venues have luxury boxes , where access

1147-544: The ones used in the Dragon Dance , need teams of people to create the required effect. Public sporting events such as fun runs also provide opportunities for wearing costumes, as do private masquerade balls and fancy dress parties . Costumes are popularly employed at sporting events, during which fans dress as their team's representative mascot to show their support. Businesses use mascot costumes to bring in people to their business either by placing their mascot in

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1184-919: The overall appearance of a character or performer. Costume may refer to the style of dress particular to a nation, a class, or a period. In many cases, it may contribute to the fullness of the artistic, visual world that is unique to a particular theatrical or cinematic production. The most basic designs are produced to denote status, provide protection or modesty, or provide visual interest to a character. Costumes may be for, but not limited to, theater, cinema, or musical performances. Costume design should not be confused with costume coordination, which merely involves altering existing clothing, although both processes are used to create stage clothes. The Costume Designers Guild 's international membership includes motion picture, television, and commercial costume designers , assistant costume designers and costume illustrators, and totals over 750 members. The National Costumers Association

1221-414: The show theme. A notable difference with marching in indoor percussion is the use of toe-down marching instead of roll stepping. Marching within indoor percussion is much more fluid in contrast with corps style marching. Due to the fact that the activity is being performed in a gymnasium means the performers are closer to the audience and requires a more fluid approach to convey the type of energy needed for

1258-603: The space provided. If a performance is in a gym, the materials must be able to enter the gym. If the performance is in a stadium type gym, then doors and openings are easier to access. There are strict rules on the area sets that can be placed on and the time a group is allowed to set them up. Violations of these rules result in score deductions. At first, indoor percussion ensembles wore traditional marching band uniforms. As shows and concepts increased in detail, uniforms were left behind, and theatrical costumes took their place. Uniforms could be as simple as jeans and T-shirts for

1295-406: The street by their business or sending their mascot out to sporting events, festivals, national celebrations, fairs, and parades. Mascots appear at organizations wanting to raise awareness of their work. Children's Book authors create mascots from the main character to present at their book signings. Animal costumes that are visually very similar to mascot costumes are also popular among the members of

1332-478: The theatrical performance. Some stylized theatrical costumes, such as Harlequin and Pantaloon in the Commedia dell'arte , exaggerate an aspect of a character. A costume technician is a term used for a person that constructs and/or alters the costumes. The costume technician is responsible for taking the two dimensional sketch and translating it to create a garment that resembles the designer's rendering . It

1369-520: The wearing of costumes forms part of a secular tradition. In 2022, United States households spent an average of $ 100 preparing for Halloween, with $ 34 going to costume-related spending. Christmas costumes typically portray characters such as Santa Claus (developed from Saint Nicholas ). In Australia, the United Kingdom and the United States the American version of a Santa suit and beard

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