Costume Designer Job at The Shakespeare Project of Chicago, Chicago, IL

  • The Shakespeare Project of Chicago
  • Chicago, IL

Job Description

The Shakespeare Project of Chicago seeks a creative and detail-oriented Costume Designer for our upcoming production of Dear Rhoda at Theater Wit in January 2027. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of period design, specifically the 1920s, and the ability to visually tell a story through clothing that reflects character, class, and the cultural vibrancy of the era. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with the director and design team to develop a cohesive costume design concept that supports the play’s themes and narrative. Research and interpret 1920s fashion, including professional-class, working-class, and bohemian subcultures of Chicago. Design, source, or build costumes for a diverse cast of characters, including historical figures such as Clarence Darrow, Carl Sandburg and Fanny Brice. Manage costume budget, rentals, purchases, and/or construction. Work collaboratively with actors, oversee fittings, alterations, and costume continuity throughout the run. Ensure all costumes are production- ready by technical rehearsals. Qualifications: Experience as a Costume Designer for theater productions (professional or academic). Strong knowledge of period costume history, particularly the 1920s. Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with a creative team. Proficiency in sketching, draping, sewing, and/or sourcing costumes. Strong organizational and time-management skills. Familiarity with Chicago’s theater community and resources is a plus. Local to the Chicagoland area General Show Information Rehearsals: December 27, 2026 through Jan. 6, 2027 (off New Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day) Performances: Jan. 7 -24, 2027 at Theater Wit, 1229 W. Belmont, Chicago. More about Dear Rhoda: About Dear Rhoda In the vibrant chaos of 1920s Chicago, Jerry and Rhoda find each other at the Dil Pickle Club—a bohemian haven for artists, radicals, and free thinkers. Drawn together by shared ideals, fiery passion, and an undeniable connection, their love ignites. But as a devastating disease spreads, prejudice tightens its grip, and society teeters on the edge of change, will their bond endure? Inspired by the real-life letters of Chicago bookseller Jerry Nedwick and featuring iconic figures like Carl Sandburg, Clarence Darrow, and Fanny Brice, this captivating tale comes to life byThe Shakespeare Project of Chicago. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Shakespeare Project of Chicago

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