‘Costumes are not just clothes’ - Designer Massimo Carlotto on bringing Rossini characters to life

Massimo Carlotto, the head of wardrobe for the Wexford Festival Opera, is currently overseeing the costume design for the production of Rossini’s L’equivoco stravagante. The project involves the integration of costumes, wigs, make-up, and accessories to define the characters and advance the narrative of the opera.

Carlotto emphasizes that theatrical costumes function as essential storytelling tools rather than mere clothing. By focusing on the visual identity of the characters, the production aims to enhance the audience's understanding of the opera's plot and thematic elements through meticulous design choices.