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Costuming Basics for Actors
ONLINE WORKSHOP

Saturday, January 24, 2026

11:00am - 1:00pm (Pacific)*


$55 (GST Included)

Prerequisites: None

Discover the art of costuming for film and television from an industry professional!

In this interactive online session, Costume Designer Shanna Mair will share insider knowledge and practical tools to help actors better understand the characters they portray. Costumes aren’t just clothing, they’re a vital part of storytelling and character creation.

Concepts explored in this workshop include:


  • The purpose and storytelling power of costumes


  • Audition clothing tips and tricks


  • The creative process behind costuming


  • Fitting/Onset ettiquette

Originally from Toronto, Vancouver-based Costume Designer, costume instructor, and emerging producer Shanna has spent the past 21 years working in the costume department across commercials, television, film, and print. Read more about Shanna with the link below!

You need to take this if you're:


  • Not sure how to prepare for a costume fitting


  • Never sure what to wear for self-tapes


  • Wanting more audition clothes but don't know where to buy them

By the end of this workshop, actors will not only feel more confident navigating the costuming process on set but will also have the tools to start building a wardrobe for auditions.

This is a rare opportunity to gain a behind-the-scenes perspective on how costume designers and actors collaborate to bring unforgettable characters to life!

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