Costume Designer & Stage Manager

Exploring creativity through costume design and stage management at Anderson University.

A theatrical stage setup with a red curtain and numerous costumes hanging from a chandelier. The backdrop includes abstract panels with Asian-inspired designs. To the sides are large, ornate wooden mirrors.

A theatrical stage setup with a red curtain and numerous costumes hanging from a chandelier. The backdrop includes abstract panels with Asian-inspired designs. To the sides are large, ornate wooden mirrors.

Krystyna "Krysia" Thomas

Costume Designer and Stage Manager, Studying at Anderson University

A selection of colorful costumes hangs on a clothes rack in front of a sign labeled 'HAIR & MAKEUP.' The costumes include a yellow ruffled dress, a silver fringe dress, and other vibrantly textured garments. There's a handwritten note about the close relationship between the makeup designers and actors alongside images of the team at work.

A selection of colorful costumes hangs on a clothes rack in front of a sign labeled 'HAIR & MAKEUP.' The costumes include a yellow ruffled dress, a silver fringe dress, and other vibrantly textured garments. There's a handwritten note about the close relationship between the makeup designers and actors alongside images of the team at work.

Costume Design

Innovative designs for various theatrical productions and performances.

A vibrant theater stage with a group of performers dressed in costumes, holding a large flag, possibly from a staged performance. An orchestra is visible in the pit below the stage. The theater's interior is ornate, with elaborate decorations and balconies.

A vibrant theater stage with a group of performers dressed in costumes, holding a large flag, possibly from a staged performance. An orchestra is visible in the pit below the stage. The theater's interior is ornate, with elaborate decorations and balconies.

An ornate theater stage with rich burgundy curtains adorned with gold tassels and decorative patterns. The emblem above the curtains adds a touch of elegance to the classical setting. Wooden panels frame the sides, enhancing the traditional atmosphere.

An ornate theater stage with rich burgundy curtains adorned with gold tassels and decorative patterns. The emblem above the curtains adds a touch of elegance to the classical setting. Wooden panels frame the sides, enhancing the traditional atmosphere.

A colorful performance scene featuring characters in costumes standing on a stage. The backdrop includes vibrant, painted scenery. The area is adorned with a variety of flowering plants and ornamental grasses. The stage itself has decorative architectural elements.

A colorful performance scene featuring characters in costumes standing on a stage. The backdrop includes vibrant, painted scenery. The area is adorned with a variety of flowering plants and ornamental grasses. The stage itself has decorative architectural elements.

Stage Management

Coordinating and managing all aspects of theatrical productions.

Costume Design

As a theatre costume designer, I create unique costumes that enhance storytelling and character development in productions.

Passionate about design.

Experience

Theatre Costume Designer

Anderson University

August 2022 - Present

Currently studying theatre design while gaining practical experience in costume creation.

Stage Management

Anderson University

August 2022 - Present

Managed stage operations and coordinated with designers to ensure smooth production flow.

A theater setting with rows of red cushioned seats facing a stage. The stage is framed by a bright pink curtain, and overhead lights illuminate parts of the space, adding a dramatic effect.

A theater setting with rows of red cushioned seats facing a stage. The stage is framed by a bright pink curtain, and overhead lights illuminate parts of the space, adding a dramatic effect.

Costume Gallery

Explore my creative designs and stage management work in theatre.

A group of women dressed in elaborate, theatrical costumes perform on stage. Their outfits feature intricate patterns, and they each wear large feathered headdresses in vibrant green and white. The background includes a decorated stage with artistic and colorful designs.

A group of women dressed in elaborate, theatrical costumes perform on stage. Their outfits feature intricate patterns, and they each wear large feathered headdresses in vibrant green and white. The background includes a decorated stage with artistic and colorful designs.

A group of performers on stage under bright stage lights. The central figures include a man in a plaid shirt and khaki shorts and a woman in a pinkish-orange top and leopard print skirt. Additional performers in various colorful outfits can be seen in the background, with large decorative bows as part of the stage design.

A group of performers on stage under bright stage lights. The central figures include a man in a plaid shirt and khaki shorts and a woman in a pinkish-orange top and leopard print skirt. Additional performers in various colorful outfits can be seen in the background, with large decorative bows as part of the stage design.

A performer on stage in a colorful costume with bright lights in the background. The attire includes a multicolored skirt, a white top with vibrant sleeves, and a pink head wrap. The scene is dramatic with a backdrop of red and blue lights adding to the atmosphere.

A performer on stage in a colorful costume with bright lights in the background. The attire includes a multicolored skirt, a white top with vibrant sleeves, and a pink head wrap. The scene is dramatic with a backdrop of red and blue lights adding to the atmosphere.

A group of performers in elaborate, traditional costumes stand on stage. The scene is rich with ornate headdresses, detailed costumes in vibrant colors, and intricate accessories. The backdrop features silhouettes and decorative elements, enhancing the theatrical setting. Bright lighting highlights the colorful costumes, suggesting a festive or cultural event.

A group of performers in elaborate, traditional costumes stand on stage. The scene is rich with ornate headdresses, detailed costumes in vibrant colors, and intricate accessories. The backdrop features silhouettes and decorative elements, enhancing the theatrical setting. Bright lighting highlights the colorful costumes, suggesting a festive or cultural event.

Krysia's costumes brought our production to life! Her attention to detail and creativity made a significant impact on our show. Highly recommend her talent!

Sarah Lee

★★★★★