The ball scene in the musical Amazing Grace at the Bank of America Theatre in Chicago.
Toni-Leslie James’ design for a Townsperson in Amazing Grace.
Michael Dean Morgan as a Townsperson in his mock up fitting. The mock up coat, waistcoat and breeches served as the template for four different costumes.
The fabric fitting for Mr. Morgan as a Townsperson, checking pocket placements and fit.
Fall front breeches
Townsperson waistcoat, early 18th century style
Waistcoat, back view
Pocket detail
18th century coat, front interior structure uses traditional tailoring canvases (hymo, french and hair) with non-traditional extruded plastic mesh to support the pleats of the skirt.
Coat back interior structure
Townsperson coat
Coat, side view
Coat, cuff detail
Hugh Hanson 