Bluebeard's Castle

Drawing inspiration from Béla Bartók’s The Bluebeard’s Castle, Xuanran's interpretation takes place in Judith's dream, with the costume reflecting her fall from purity to a brutalized existence. The transformation from duvet to wedding dress exposes the stifling of feminine desire beneath society's beautiful veneer. Her aim is to reveal the hidden cruelty within.

Production Team

Costume Design Concept and Realisation: Xuanran Jo

Performer: Beth Beard

Movement Director: Peta Lily

Project Leader: Donatella Barbieri

Costume for Live Performance

Jan 22'

Storyboard