Stage Makeup Basics

• Red nail polish will show up on stage as black…nix the dark nail colors.
  
• For general ballet stage makeup; a bright red lipstick is necessary, any other color will get washed out. You can use red glitter on your lips as well.
  
• Eyes need to be widened and enlarged in most ballets. The use of false eyelashes is a good way to bring them out; use on top and bottom.
  
• spray glitter can be used on hair, it comes out as shine on the stage.
  
• Be sure to follow the exact instructions of your choreographer when applying your own makeup. What looks like too much up close, is sometimes not enough for the stage.
  
• Makeup needs to be worn to dress rehearsal for lighting and distance review…and for simple practice!
  

Bobbie pins/hair accessories
Makeup
Glitter for hair and body
Hairspray
Petroleum jelly for teeth
Hair curlers and/or hot iron
Safety pins and sewing kit
Double stick tape/glue
Bandaids and ointment
Copy of the edited stage music for practice
Extra pair of tights & pointe/jazz/tap shoes