ASSESSING THE INTEGRAL METHOD OF COSTUME AND MAKEUP DESIGN IN NIGERIAN THEATRE: A STUDY OF IDOMA INTERNATIONAL CARNIVAL
Abstract
This paper assess the Integral Method of Costume and Makeup Design in Nigeria Theatre; using a case study of Idoma International Carnival. It utilizes the content analytical method of the qualitative research to explore core facts that music and dance are vital art forms for the passing on of core traditional values of a group of people from one generation to another. With this backdrop, the research projects the significance of Costume and Makeup Design. It advocates for better understanding of Costume and Makeup Design in Nigeria Theatre settings. It also recommends that more effort should be geared toward focused trainings on Costume Design and Makeup application, collaboration with professional costume designers and makeup artists to bring new ideas and techniques. Leveraging carnivals as a platform to showcase local talent and creativity in costume and makeup design can contribute to promoting the cultural and artistic richness of Nigeria to a wider audience
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