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Youth America Grand Pix 'The Making of a Costume'

2/11/2015

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On Monday, I attended the YAGP 'Making of a Costume' event held at the New York City Center. Host of the evening, Barbara Brandt kicked off the event chatting with principal dancer Chase Finlay and YAGP alumna, soloist Lauren Lovette, both of New York City Ballet.  (I arrived right in the middle of the trio discussing fittings)
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After discussion, Barbara introduced the audience to the designer, B Michael, who will create a one-of-a kind tutu for the event. B Michael talked about the difference between costume designing and fashion designing for couture. He also discussed  ideas  from concept to creation and working with Andrea Schermoly, the choreographer. After the sit-down portion, B Michael introduced a lady on his design team to the audience.
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It was then, B Michael explained the process of making the special tutu and how it all starts.  The audience looked in closely as the lady pulled the seam up one by one.

Once she was done, we clapped as the designer and his team partner walked away to finish the final design of the tutu.
After, Barbara came back out and introduced the choreographer, Andrea
Schermoly.
Andrea talked about the dancers' costumes and presentation (which they performed beautifully in front of us after the final sit down conversation with Andrea & B Michael)
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The presentation was undeniably outstanding. The work these dancers go through and the extensive length they trained their bodies is nothing short of remarkable. After the performance, the auction began. B Michael introduced the one-of-a kind tutu back out again, but this time the tutu was completed and ready to go! The final result looked gorgeous.

Check out the up-close picture below:
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The tutu was sold for a whopping $3,800! The winner will not only take home the special tutu, but more perks including tickets to B Michael's fall 2015 show on February 18th. Once the auction was over, I happily chatted with the pr team and fellow media. Wine and food was served to the guests before the ending of the event. Proceeds from the YAGP 'Making of a Costume' will provide  scholarships to talented young dancers.

To learn more about YAGP, click here.

Photography by
Gregory Partanio & Christine Shepherd

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