what is it?
This is the primary purpose of stage makeup in theatre.
What is to enhance or alter appearance under stage lighting?
This is the first step in applying any makeup.
What is cleansing and moisturizing the face?
This makeup style makes performers appear natural under lights.
What is straight or corrective makeup?
This is a wax product used to build or alter facial features.
What is nose putty or modeling wax?
This must be considered before designing the character’s makeup.
What is the character’s age, personality, and background?
This makeup product is used to create a smooth base on the skin.
What is foundation?
This makeup technique is used to emphasize or reshape facial features.
What is contouring?
This style transforms a performer into a non-human character.
What is fantasy or creature makeup?
This is a dark makeup used to create shadow and depth.
What is shading or contour?
This tool helps plan where makeup is applied.
What is a face chart or character analysis sheet?
These two tools are essential for applying precise makeup lines and blending.
What are brushes and sponges?
This should be applied to “set” makeup and prevent it from smudging.
What is setting powder?
This style reflects realistic aging.
What is old age makeup?
This is a reference image or guide used during makeup application.
What is a makeup chart or face chart?
This theatrical element influences color and style of makeup.
What is lighting and costume design?
This type of makeup is designed to hold up under hot lights and long performances.
What is theatrical makeup or greasepaint?
This is used to make old age makeup more realistic.
What is stippling or using fine lines and shadowing?
This style emphasizes exaggerated expressions for comedic effect.
What is character makeup (comedic)?
These are pre-made pieces used for prosthetic effects.
What are appliances?
When playing an animal character, this part of the face is often emphasized.
What is the nose or mouth?
This is the reason makeup looks more dramatic on stage than in real life.
What is stage lighting and distance from the audience?
This should always be done before and after using shared makeup.
What is sanitizing the products and tools?
This highly detailed makeup is used in opera and high-drama performances.
What is stylized or period makeup?
This is a person skilled in applying and designing makeup.
What is a makeup artist?
This process combines acting and makeup to fully bring a character to life.
What is character embodiment or transformation?