Dressing Ditties
When a dresser says, “Going off Com.” What does the word “Com” mean?
Communication
Does our Juki sewing machine have a zig-zag stitch?
No, not our Juki sewing machine.
Who is Samson’s 2018 vocal coach?
Perry Harper
What does “blocking a wig” mean?
Place a wig on a block head and pinning a damp bias tape over the edge of a lace front to prevent it from curling or stretching.
What is Katy’s spirit animal?
Mermaids
In dressing terms, what is the difference between a “Necklace” and a “Dive?”
Dive - This quick change technique consists of threading yours arms up the sleeves and down the back of the garment.
Necklace - Similar to the dive, this technique consist of running your arms down the back of the garment, only you don’t thread your arms up the sleeves.
What is the Green Book?
A set of sewing guidelines for both Branson and Lancaster costume shops to follow, cultivating cohesion.
How many married couples are in the cast this year?
Four
As of September, 2018 how many total Samson wigs are used for the show?
19
What is Shanda's Harry Potter house?
Gryffindor
Besides being used for sticking a mustache to an actor’s face, what is “No Glue Please” more commonly advertised and used for?
Toupee tape
WITHOUT LOOKING...
How many sewing machines and sergers are used by the Branson Wardrobe team.
13 (9 sewing machines and 4 sergers)
Why was Isaiah Bailey not in MOC 2017?
He was in Amazing Grace in DC
Most of our wigs are made from synthetic or human hair blends, which character in Samson 2018 is not and what is the material?
Papa's wigs are made out of Yak hair
What is Nyssa’s least favorite fabric?
Fleece
What is the main difference between Isaiah and Jesse in the Samson quick change after Funeral?
Isaiah will take off his hair harness after Funeral and Jesse will not. Jesse will take off his hair harness on Del's house.
What is the difference between an overlock and a coverstitch?
A serger and an overlocker are different names for the same machine; overlocking, or serging, trims and binds seams so that the fabric cannot unravel.
A coverstitch machine beautifully finishes hems on most types of garments, especially knits.
During turnarounds, what is a clear signal for actors that is it safe to enter/cross the stage?
When the legs are in, acting can begin.
Which four male actors do NOT grow their own facial hair?
Brendon McAlester
Matt Ranker
Tom Hallet
Ryan Hippe
What is Jenny’s alter ego?
Gangster
What is the nudie catch phrase?
“Keep it fresh and conceal the flesh."
What are “Paper Pulling” documents?
An overview of a certain look in the show. These documents list specific character names and sizes along with small thumbnails of each costume.
What job did John Paul Fox previously hold for 7 years?
Veterinarian Assistant
Which wig has been worn by the same actor in every show since the first year of Jonah?
Ryan Wilcox and his Hebrew wig
What is the species and name of Sue's big cat?
Zack is a Serval