The Light Princess is a dark fairytale about grief, rebellion and the power of love. Once, in opposing kingdoms lived a princess and a prince who had lost their mothers. Althea, unable to cry, became light with grief and floated, and so was locked away. Digby became so heavy-hearted that he could never smile, and so was trained as a warrior. Through the story they meet each other, confront their grief and form a new kingdom. This collection includes a short film on fairy tales and an interview with Professor Bill Gray on the original story of The Light Princess and its author George MacDonald.
See how Designer Rae Smith's costume concepts are turned into beautiful finished pieces in the National Theatre costume workshop. This short film follows the process of creating the beautiful military dress coat worn by Hal Fowler as King Ignacio, from initial sketches to the full detail of the...
Published 04/02/14
Go into the National Theatre's costume workshop and fitting room to show how a dress, worn by Rosalie Craig as Althea in The Light Princess, was designed and created for the stage. We learn how Designer Rae Smith's period inspirations are turned into a finished garment by Head Ladies' Cutter...
Published 04/01/14