Rosie Tipler
About Rosie Tipler
Rosie Tipler is a skilled costume assistant and alterations specialist with extensive experience in the performing arts. She currently works at English National Opera and Grange Park Opera, having previously held various roles in costume design and making across notable institutions.
Current Role at English National Opera
Rosie Tipler currently serves as the Assistant Costume Supervisor at English National Opera, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she oversees various aspects of costume design and management for productions, ensuring that the costumes meet the artistic vision of the performances. Her experience in this capacity contributes to the overall quality and presentation of the opera's productions in London, England.
Experience at Grange Park Opera
Since 2021, Rosie Tipler has worked at Grange Park Opera as a Costume Cutter and Maker. In this role, she is responsible for creating and altering costumes for various productions, applying her skills in costume design and construction. Her involvement in this organization has allowed her to contribute to the artistic endeavors of the opera, enhancing the visual storytelling through costume work.
Previous Experience in Costume Design
Rosie Tipler has a diverse background in costume design and making, having held several positions in notable organizations. She worked as a Costume Maker at the English National Opera for three months in 2019 and as a Costume Designer/Maker at Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance in 2017. Additionally, she served as a Costume Technician and Maker at the London Theatre Company in 2020, showcasing her versatility in the field.
Educational Background in Costume Design
Rosie Tipler studied at the Accademia Di Costume E Di Moda, where she achieved a Master's degree in The Art and Craft of Costume for Opera and Ballet from 2017 to 2018. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Costume for Performance from the London College of Fashion, University of the Arts London, which she completed from 2011 to 2014. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in costume design principles and practices.
Involvement in Major Productions
Throughout her career, Rosie Tipler has been involved in significant productions, including her role as Assistant Costume Supervisor for Gilbert and Sullivan's HMS Pinafore. She has also worked on the Phantom of the Opera Tour as a Costume Maker and Alterations at Her Majesty's Theatre in 2019. These experiences highlight her contributions to well-known theatrical works and her expertise in the costume design field.