Desenvolvimento do figurino do número circense “Pluma Feito Aço” do artista Gil Rodriguês

Abstract

This article, entitled Development of the costume for the circus act "Pluma Feito Aço" by artist Gil Rodriguês, aims to reinforce the importance of costume design in artistic acts and shows for the fashion designer. It also reports on the importance of ergonomics for costumes developed for dance and performance. The methodology used to construct this writing was bibliographical research, relying on theoretical references found in books and articles; and documentary research, structured on an experience report in which the stages and methodologies of costume development for the show "Pluma Feito Aço" were analyzed. Academic research was carried out into the areas presented and qualitative research was carried out directly with the artist to develop the costumes. Costumes play a fundamental role in an artistic act. It is one of the elements that communicates the artist's intention and the art long before the first movement on stage, and it is the costume designer's role to make the connection with the other elements on stage.