Opera

In the summer of 2022, Aryana had the privilege of working as a stitching apprentice at the renowned Santa Fe Opera, where she contributed to the intricate artistry behind opera costumes.

Barber of Seville

Presented By: Santa Fe Opera - Awarded Festival of the Year 2022

Photos by: Curtis Brown Photography

Costume & Scenic Designer: Andrew D. Edwards

Kim Buetzow: Costume Workroom Supervisor
Carey Blackerby Hansen: Costume Scenes Supervisor
Lara Southerland Berich: Costume Technical Advisor

Aryana conducted alterations to costumes and aided in the construction of Rosina's dress (top left in left image; center in right image.)

(from left to right) Rosina in her room accompanies by Dr. Bartolo, Count Almaviva, Berta, Figaro, and Don Basilio

Rosina (c) accompanied by (from left to right) Berta, Count Almaviva, Figaro, and Don Basilio, Dr. Bartolo

Falstaff

Presented By: Santa Fe Opera - Awarded Festival of the Year 2022

Photos by: Curtis Brown Photography

Costume & Scenic Designer: Sir David McVicar

Kim Buetzow: Costume Workroom Supervisor
Carey Blackerby Hansen: Costume Scenes Supervisor
Lara Southerland Berich: Costume Technical Advisor

Aryana built the mock-up and final breeches, collar, and vest for Falstaff. She also built the bodice for Dame Quickly's dress.

Falstaff (c) and Ensemble

Finale Scene. Dame Quickly (Left most) and Ensemble.

Muslin Mockup of Breeches

Lined Cuffs for Breeches

Button Fly on Breeches

Lace Collar

Lace Detail Collar

Pleated sleeve of Dame Quickly's Dress

Pleated Sleeve Cuff of Dame Quickly's Dress

Finished Sleeve and Bodice of Dame Quickly's Dress

M. Butterfly

Presented By: Santa Fe Opera - Awarded Festival of the Year 2022

Photos by: Curtis Brown Photography

Costume Designer: James Schuette

Kim Buetzow: Costume Workroom Supervisor
Carey Blackerby Hansen: Costume Scenes Supervisor
Lara Southerland Berich: Costume Technical Advisor

Aryana aided in the creation of the finale Kimono for Song Liling as well as alterations on undergarments for most of the cast.

Bra Alterations

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