Where Does This Live (with Hope Cox)

Daniel Does DFW Theater

Join us on this episode of Daniel Does DFW Theater as we explore costume design with our special guest, the incredibly talented costume designer Hope Cox. Hope shares her unique journey from fashion design to becoming a sought-after name in the Dallas-Fort Worth theater scene. From her early days inspired by her seamstress mom to her work on productions at Theater Arlington and Jubilee Theatre, Hope gives us a behind-the-scenes look at her creative process, including her upcoming full design show at the Dallas Theater Center. We even flirt with the idea of collaborating with the drag community to elevate the wig game in local theater.
In the next segment, we spotlight her as an unexpected hero in the theater world—a Lewisville resident who offered their sewing skills via a simple email and found themselves thrust into the demanding world of costume design with the show "La Cage Aux Folles." We trace her career growth, celebrating her willingness to embrace every opportunity. To lighten the mood, we play a hilarious game of color identification, revealing humorous and unexpected results that had us all laughing out loud.
Our final chapters are a must-listen for aspiring costume designers and theater enthusiasts alike. We navigate through the art and science of costume design, discussing everything from initial script read-throughs to the importance of color theory and character alignment. Hope shares insightful anecdotes from productions like "Rocky Horror" and "James and the Giant Peach Jr.," emphasizing the importance of self-advocacy and open communication between designers and actors. We wrap up with a fun and informative segment where Hope demonstrates her stoning technique, and we share playful behind-the-scenes stories. This episode is packed with laughter, creativity, and a deep appreciation for the magic of theater.

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Chapters

1. Where Does This Live (with Hope Cox) (00:00:00)

2. Designer Spotlight (00:00:01)

3. Color Identification Game and Theater Journey (00:07:41)

4. The Art of Costume Design (00:16:41)

5. Costume Design and Color Theory (00:24:28)

6. Costume Challenges and Dream Shows (00:32:49)

7. Costume Design and Self-Advocacy (00:37:53)

8. Costume Design Techniques and Stories (00:44:38)

9. Stoning Techniques and Messy Fun (00:54:27)